Career Opportunity

Position:Executive Director for Legislative Affairs (Executive Director #1684)Inventory#:1684Location:Springfield or ChicagoUnion:ExemptDepartment:Legislative AffairsAnticipated Starting Salary Range:$111,702 - $148,004Full Salary Range:$111,702 - $184,308Office Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Posted Date:September 30, 2025Closing Date:Open Until Filled Reporting to the policy & communications officer, is responsible for responding to legislative inquiries on education bills and issues; resolves sensitive issues; coordinates written summaries and recommendations on legislation affecting the agency and education; develops and coordinates databases; and, attends hearing and committee meetings.​

Duties and Responsibilities: ​​Researches and responds to constituent and legislative inquiries from legislators, liaisons, directors and/or the governor's office staff regarding education bills and issues. ​​Plans and develops a strong state legislative program and effectively coordinates legislative initiatives. ​​Provides written summaries and recommendations of legislative action that may affect education and the agency to the Superintendent or other agency staff. ​​Represents the agency; may attend and document legislative committee meetings during legislative session. ​​Resolves situations of a sensitive nature by researching, analyzing and handling problems that arise and ensures that accurate responses are provided and deadlines met. ​​Develops and coordinates detailed databases. ​​Provides complex management reports including tracking the status of and agency position on pending legislation. ​​Performs other duties as assigned.​​ Required Qualifications: ​​Master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus ten years of relevant professional experience. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION) ​​Experience in dealing with constituent inquiries from legislative offices. ​​Experience in working in an electronic bill analysis tracking system. ​​Experience in working with the various legislative support agencies and the governor's office of management & budget. ​​Ability to work in a fast paced environment with accuracy and efficiency. ​​Ability to develop and maintain databases and use software packages. ​​An in-depth understanding of the general assembly and the legislative process. ​​Good interpersonal and communication skills.​​ Preferred Qualifications: ​​A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional and/or administrative experience in the area of legislative affairs.​

ISBE provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We actively foster a culture of inclusion and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Illinois has an urgent and collective responsibility to achieve educational equity by ensuring that all policies, programs, and practices affirm the strengths that each and every child brings within their diverse backgrounds and life experiences, and by delivering the comprehensive supports, programs, and educational opportunities they need to succeed.