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NWCOA Public Policy Director (posted 5/7/2026)

Remote Position

Position Overview

The National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) is seeking a Public Policy Director to lead all advocacy, legislative, and regulatory efforts impacting the wildlife control industry nationwide. This role is responsible for protecting the tools, methods, and professional standards of wildlife control operators through proactive engagement with regulators, lawmakers, and industry partners.

This position is critical to the long-term sustainability of the industry and serves as NWCOA’s primary voice in public policy.

Core Responsibilities

1.       Advocacy & Legislative Strategy

Lead monitoring and analysis of state and federal legislation, rulemaking, and regulatory actions affecting wildlife control professionals.

Develop and execute NWCOA’s national advocacy strategy in coordination with the Advocacy Committee and Board of Directors.

Serve as primary liaison to state agencies, wildlife commissions, and licensing boards.

Coordinate legislative days, commission attendance, readiness summits, and other advocacy events.

2. Policy Development & Communications

Draft all official policy responses, testimony, regulatory comments, letters, and advocacy position statements.

Maintain issue tracking systems, deadlines, and advocacy outcome records.

Provide finalized regulatory interpretation and guidance to the Training Coordinator for curriculum development.

3. Fundraising & Defense Fund Management

Oversee all fundraising efforts related to the Wildlife Control Defense Fund.

Design and manage donor campaigns, outreach strategies, and reporting systems.

Track fundraising performance and provide regular updates to the Board.

4. Committee & Organizational Leadership

Lead and manage the Advocacy Committee including scheduling, agenda development, meeting facilitation, and documentation.

Build and maintain relationships with coalition partners, allied organizations, and industry stakeholders.

Provide advocacy training and resources to members and state leaders.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in public policy, advocacy, government relations, or regulatory affairs.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit or trade association operations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex issues across multiple jurisdictions.
• Self-starter capable of working independently with high accountability.
• Willingness to travel for legislative sessions, commission meetings, and advocacy events.

Compensation

• Competitive full-time salary commensurate with experience.
• Benefits package as determined by NWCOA policy.