Deputy Director of State Government Affairs

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way. 
Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community. 
As the Deputy Director of State Government Affairs team, you will support and help execute the organization’s legislative strategy and policy outreach efforts across a portfolio of states. This position blends hands-on lobbying, policy expertise, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, while serving as a key strategic partner and thought leader within the Government Affairs department.  
You will work closely with the State Government Affairs Director to advance AFP’s mission by driving policy outcomes, strengthening relationships with policymakers and partners (both internal and external), and supporting the development and effectiveness of the government affairs team.  

How You Will Contribute

• Advance state-level legislative and policy priorities by building strong relationships with internal teams, policymakers, and external partners.  
• Lead and mentor high performing staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.  
• Develop and execute lobbying strategies, prepare policy briefs, and represent AFP in hearings, meetings with elected officials, and other events.  
• Conduct research and policy analysis, providing strategic insights that inform messaging, stakeholder education, and advocacy strategy.  
• Manage relationships with key external organizations, coalitions, and influential partners in the public policy ecosystem.  
• Evaluate advocacy campaign effectiveness and identify emerging opportunities to expand collaborative policy efforts.  
• Coordinate closely with state operations, communications, policy, and the federal affairs teams to ensure alignment and maximize impact.  
• Support multistate initiatives and serve as a continuity lead when the Director is representing AFP externally. 

What You Will Bring

• 5–8 years of experience in government affairs, legislative work, lobbying, political advocacy, or public policy.  
• Strong leadership experience with a proven ability to coach teams, drive performance, and maintain high accountability standards.  
• Demonstrated success building relationships with elected officials, policymakers, coalition partners, grassroots leaders, and aligned organizations.  
• Deep knowledge of public policy and the legislative process, with experience advancing free-market and limited-government policy priorities.  
• Strategic planning and execution skills, including experience managing multistate legislative campaigns.  
• An exceptional relationship-building ability, with a talent for creating buy in among internal stakeholders and external partners.  
• A self-starter mindset, strong organizational skills, and a track record of thriving in a dynamic government affairs environment. 
• An ability to travel approximately 40% of the time.  
• Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together'svision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect. 

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits:Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace. 
• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges. 
• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents. 
• Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive. 

For this position we anticipate paying between $120,000 - $140,000 per year and this position may be eligible for additional bonus compensation. Actual amount may be higher or lower based on various factors such as a candidate