Council for Quality Growth | Director of Policy & Government Affairs | atlanta,

Overview The Council for Quality Growth, a 39-year-old organization based in Atlanta, Georgia, is searching for a Director – Policy & Government Affairs. The Chason Group has been retained to lead the executive search for the Council. The position will be filled prior to the start of the Georgia General Assembly in 2025. The Council brings together advocates for those who work at the intersection of public policy and private investment, including developers, contractors, engineers, architects, planners, law firms, banks, and CIDs. About The Council For Quality Growth The Council delivers their mission through the platforms of advocacy, information, and education. The membership-based organization supports a pro-growth, pro-business, attainable housing, and transportation agenda. The Council brings together a coalition of voices to promote policies that limit unnecessary regulation and burdensome laws to ensure continued quality of growth and economic success for the metro Atlanta region and state. Position Responsibilities The Director – Policy & Government Affairs is a senior-level policy position responsible for managing the Council’s public policy agenda related to its mission of promoting balanced and responsible growth throughout the Metro Atlanta region and State of Georgia. The Director reports to the President & CEO of the organization and is responsible for a proactive policy agenda and work plan developed to further the Council’s mission and accomplish the goals outlined by the Board of Directors. Key areas of responsibility include: Formulating, developing, and communicating positions related to infrastructure planning, legislative initiatives, regulatory issues, land use, transportation, and environmental planning policies. Building and strengthening relationships with elected officials, citizen advisory groups, policy makers, and other industry, business, and environmental organizations. Articulating through written and verbal communication positions and technical aspects of issues affecting Council members. Preparing news articles, reports, and white papers for Council communications. Monitoring and reporting on a variety of local, regional, and state public meetings and stakeholder groups. Serving as the lead lobbyist for the Council. Managing the Council’s Government Affairs Task Force. Key Skill Sets Required Excellent communication skills (Written, verbal, listening, technology) Understanding of local & state governments Self-starter Team management experience Strong diplomatic and public relations skills Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects utilizing volunteers and internal team members Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and business practices related to growth and development Education And Leadership Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college; graduate degree preferred; or related job experience. Minimum of three years of experience in advocacy for a trade organization or similar business and/or government involvement. Successful history of advocacy and policy knowledge. Reside within 30 minutes of the Council’s offices located at 5901 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd #500, Atlanta. How to Apply for Director of Policy & Government Affairs Position: Experienced individuals interested in applying for the Director – Policy & Government Affairs with the Council may upload a cover letter and resume at www.thechasongroup.com. For more information on the position, candidates may contact Tim Chason at 404.735.0540 or tchason@thechasongroup.com. The most qualified candidates will be asked to complete a detailed application prior to an interview. The targeted start date is January 1. The position will remain open until filled.

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