The BOARD is initiating this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit Proposals from consultants interested in assisting and representing the BOARD in legislative matters. The BOARD seeks an experienced, highly skilled governmental relations person/group. Working with the BOARD and its Executive Director, this position will assist the BOARD as necessary to secure support for the BOARD’s public policy and budget requests. This may include activities such as participating in the annual BOARD policy retreat, assisting staff in analyzing or drafting legislation, soliciting sponsors for BOARD priority bills, testifying in committees, and meeting with legislators one-on-one on behalf of the BOARD. At the request of the Chair and/or Executive Director, attend BOARD Executive Committee and BOARD meetings to report on legislative activity and advise the BOARD on legislative recommendations. Provide relevant real-time updates to the BOARD and staff during legislative session. Assist in arranging meetings with legislators, Executive Branch staff, state officials, and other key stakeholders as needed and as relevant to the BOARD’s advocacy activities. In collaboration and consultation with BOARD staff: Draft testimony, messages and talking points, collateral materials, educational materials, amendments, legislation, and other materials as needed. Review, analyze, and monitor legislation of interest and that affects the BOARD.
