Statehouse Jobs Marketplace

Executive Director -- Ohio Conference of the American Association of University Professors

Posted: September 15, 2025

General Duties:

The Ohio Conference AAUP (American Association of University Professors) is seeking a self-motivated, dynamic, versatile individual to serve as its executive director. The position is based in Columbus, Ohio, with remote work options.

The executive director is responsible for every aspect of organizational success and reports to the Board of Trustees. The executive director oversees all operations, including the following: monitoring relevant developments in state government, establishing contacts with agency heads and legislators, and advising the Board on appropriate responses by the Conference; generating communications  including legislative testimony and op-eds, and regular communications to the Board, the chapter leaders, the members, and allied groups; engaging with current coalitions and fostering additional alliances; assisting AAUP chapters and members, in some instances by serving as a liaison with the national office; managing the Conference’s budget; maintaining the Conference’s website and social media; and performing administrative duties related to the Conference’s activities.

Full details

How to Apply:

Applicants should email a cover letter and resume to: apply@ocaaup.org by Monday October 6th. For full consideration, applicant cover letters should demonstrate an understanding of the challenges within the current state and federal higher education landscape.

Director of Government Affairs -- Cincinnati Regional Chamber

Posted: September 12, 2025

General Duties:

The Director of Government Affairs will lead the Chamber’s state and federal advocacy work while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Government Affairs & Advocacy team. Reporting to the Vice President of Civic Strategy & Policy, the Director will manage two team members focused on local government relations and events/programming, ensuring the team delivers high-quality advocacy, engagement, and programming for Chamber members.? 

Additional details

How to Apply:

Apply online

Legislative Counsel/Policy Director -- Ohio State Bar Association

Posted: September 4, 2025

General Duties:

This position works directly with the CEO to represent the interests of Ohio Bar members, set our strategy and keep members updated on legislative developments that impact their practices. Your days will vary, but may include: advising Ohio Bar members as we formulate positions on legislation and policy proposals; reviewing, tracking and reporting on legislation from introduction to passage; and communicating with Ohio bar members regarding legislative and rules of practice developments.

Full Description

Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of experience working in legislation or directly with the General Assembly
  • Must be a lawyer or law student who prefers to advocate at the statehouse rather than the courthouse

Full Description

How to Apply:

Please send cover, resume and salary requirements to: Mary Augsburger at maugsburger@ohiobar.org.

Director of Public Policy -- Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities

Posted: September 3, 2025

General Duties:

The Director of Public Policy will lead OACBHA’s efforts to influence and advance sound public
policy at both the state and federal levels. This includes:

  •  Developing and implementing strategies to engage policymakers, stakeholders, and partners.
  • Analyzing and responding to legislative and regulatory proposals.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key decision-makers.
  • Advocating for the priorities and needs of Ohio’s community behavioral health system

Full Description

Requirements:

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
  • At least five years of relevant experience in public policy, government, or a public/non-profit organization.

Full Description

Pay Range: Starting at $80,000

How to Apply:

All interested individuals should submit a resume and references to the Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities. (OACBHA) at 175 S. Third Street, Suite 900, Columbus, Ohio 43215, or by email to sflorio@oacbha.org by October 3, 2025.

Executive Assistant/Operations Manager -- Groundwork Ohio

Posted: September 2, 2025

General Duties:

The Executive Assistant/Operations Manager will support Groundwork’s Ohio’s statewide efforts so that every child has the best chance for lifelong success. This position plays the critical role of providing strategic operations support to improve the Groundwork Ohio organization and improve the focus and productivity of the President & CEO (CEO).

Full Description

Requirements:

  • College degree or equivalent experience
  • At least 3 years of administrative experience
  • Experience supporting a Senior Executive/Leader

Full Description

Pay Range: $45,000 to $70,000

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to info@groundworkohio.org with the subject line: “Executive Assistant/Operations Manager Role.”

Minority Democratic Caucus Policy Advisor -- The Ohio House of Representatives

Posted: August 20, 2025

General Duties:

This position offers an exceptional chance for you conduct in-depth research and analysis on legislative proposals, bills, and issues within critical domains such as Criminal Justice, State and Local Government, Economic and Workforce Development, and Higher Education. This analysis may involve assessing the potential impacts of proposed policies on constituents, the economy, and society at large. The Minority Democratic Caucus Policy Advisor position is a key role within the political landscape, particularly within the context of a legislative body such as a state house or congress. As a Policy Advisor, you would be working closely with members of the Minority Democratic Caucus, providing strategic guidance and expertise on various policy matters.

Full Description

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • One year of relevant work experience
  • A strong background in policy analysis, political science, law, or a related field.

Full Description

Pay Range: $61,400

How to Apply:

Should you find this opportunity aligning with your professional aspirations and expertise, we encourage you to submit your resume to Dionna Herbert at Dionna.Herbert@ohiohouse.gov

Public Relations & Events Coordinator -- Ohio Township Association

Posted: August 14, 2025

General Duties:

The OTA Public Relations & Events Coordinator assists in implementing the OTA communications strategy
in collaboration with the Director of Communications and executing OTA events in collaboration with the
Director of Education & Events. In a supporting role for these two positions, this role consists primarily of
working with OTA members and affiliates, producing publications, planning, and attending events, and
maintaining a presence for the OTA in social media and on its website.

Full Description

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-3 years of previous event or public relations experience, preferred
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Full Description

How to Apply:

To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Kelli Bailey at bailey@ohiotownships.org.

Government Relations Director Senior - Ohio -- Elevance Health

Posted: August 13, 2025

General Duties:

The Government Relations Director Senior is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to advocate enterprise and large state specific legislative and regulatory positions in the most complex legislative and/or regulatory environments, directing and overseeing the resolution of most highly complex, varied and sensitive political issues within the region, and may have federal or multi-state responsibility. Also responsible for enterprise business development and retention which includes supporting new business growth within existing markets, as well as new market (or customer) opportunity development.

Full Description

Requirements:

  • Requires a BA/BS in a related field
  • 10 years of legislative, regulatory, political, public affairs or industry experience
  • Any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background

Full Description

Pay Range: $174.7K/yr - $262.1K/yr

How to Apply:

Apply here.

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