Director of Government Relations
Sacramento, CA
CFA is affiliated with : SEIU, AAUP, and AFL-CIO
CFA is a union of 29,000 faculty members, librarians, counselors and coaches of the California State University (CSU) system. On the 23 CSU campuses, CFA members work hard to teach our students the critical thinking skills, the technical know-how, and the cultural insights they need to be thoughtful, productive, and artistic participants in our society.
CFA is one of the largest higher education labor unions in the U.S. and is a national leader in its advocacy for anti-racism and social justice. As the exclusive collective bargaining representative, CFA negotiates a contract with the CSU administration that promotes academic freedom, upholds faculty rights, delivers financial protection for the faculty, and promotes faculty participation in the governance of the CSU.
CFA is seeking candidates with a strong knowledge and background in racial and social justice work. Candidates who have relevant experience (formally or informally) and can translate that into the range of job responsibilities listed below are strongly encouraged to apply.
CFA is proud to be a member-run union and believes in employing hard-working and creative staff whose talents complement those of our elected leadership. For more information about the CFA, visit our website at .
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS DIRECTOR
CFA’s Director of Government Relations is a management level position with overall responsibility for formulating and implementing CFA’s Legislative program. Lobbying and extensive legislative experience with demonstrated ability to manage a strategic legislative operation within a union/progressive organization setting, as well as supervision of these functions, is required.
CFA’s Director of Government Relations must have substantial “hands on” experience in building a legislative program around organizational goals, and must be able to develop and present a vision for a strategic program. The Director must be able to manage a program that enhances CFA’s power, fosters internal organizing and chapter development, and encourages members to develop strong relationships with elected officials. The Director must also develop and maintain productive working relationships with affiliates, partners in labor, and allied community organizations.
Qualified candidates must possess excellent writing, verbal and analytical skills, and be able to work well as a member of a team operating under a member governance structure. Extensive working knowledge of California politics, budget and the legislative process is essential. The Director of Government Relations reports directly to the Executive Director.
Essential Job Duties:
The ideal candidate for our team will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Other Requirements:
Salary/Benefits : CFA offers a fully paid benefit package including medical, dental, vision, SEIU defined benefit pension plan, 401(k) with employer match and generous paid leave. Salary range is $160,000 - $180,000 commensurate with experience.
To apply send cover letter and resume with references in PDF format to:
searchcommittee@calfac.org
The deadline to apply for this position is July 15, 2025.
Women, People of Color/Native People, members of the LGBTQIA community, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply .
CFA complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact searchcommittee@calfac.org
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