Legislative Affairs Liaison

Legislative Affairs Liaison

Salary

$98,475.00 - $128,017.50 Annually

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610753

Department

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT

Division

COMMUNICATIONS

Opening Date

08/06/2026

Closing Date

8/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

D61

Hiring Salary

$98,475 - $128,017.50 Annually

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

Prince William County is seeking a strategic, collaborative Legislative Affairs Liaison to advance and protect the county's legislative interests. This important position serves as the primary liaison for legislative and intergovernmental matters, involving the Virginia state and federal government, regional partners, and other stakeholders. The Legislative Liaison will monitor policy developments, build productive relationships with elected officials and intergovernmental partners, and provide timely analysis and recommendations to Prince William County leadership.

About This Role:

The Legislative Liaison is responsible for coordinating legislative advocacy, policy monitoring, and intergovernmental engagement for Prince William County. Working with general direction and broad organizational objectives, the incumbent develops plans, priorities, and recommendations that support Prince William County's legislative agenda and strategic interests.

This is a high-visibility, externally facing role requiring sound judgment, strong communication and relationship-building skills, political awareness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities during fast-paced legislative sessions.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 8 years of related experience.

Preferences:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in public administration, public policy, political science, law, communications, business administration or a related field.
• Experience working directly with the Virginia General Assembly, Virginia state agencies, or local governments in Virginia.
• Experience representing a government entity, public agency, nonprofit organization, association, or business in legislative or governmental affairs.
• Experience drafting legislative testimony, policy briefs, fiscal or programmatic analyses, and executive-level reports.
• Experience developing legislative agendas, tracking bills, coordinating advocacy campaigns, or managing intergovernmental initiatives.
• Experience managing contracts for lobbying services.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires regular travel within Virginia, including to and from Richmond and other locations throughout the state, to attend meetings, conferences, and other events. A valid driver's license is required for travel in the performance of assigned duties.
• The successful candidate must be able to attend meetings, hearings, and events outside normal business hours, particularly during legislative sessions.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of any required background checks.

Work Schedule:

This position generally works Monday through Friday during regular business hours. However, the Legislative Liaison must maintain a flexible schedule and be available for early-morning, evening, and occasional weekend meetings, legislative hearings, stakeholder events, and travel. Extended or nontraditional hours should be expected during the Virginia legislative session and other periods of significant legislative activity.

Hiring Salary Range: $98,475 - $128,017.50 Annually

We also offer great benefits, including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here for PSLF additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the departments business needs. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1) Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2) My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience, and required fields on the Prince William County application; 3) Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4) If selected, my employment dates will be verified for the past three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

02

Do you have 8 or more years of related experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Please select your highest level of education.

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degreee
• High School Diploma or GED
• None of the above

04

Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in public administration, public policy, political science, law, communications, business administration, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered yes to the above question, please list your degrees and specify each major below. If you answered no to the above question, please write "N/A".

06

What is your level of experience working with the General Assembly, Virginia state agencies, or local governments in Virginia?

• I have extensive expertise
• I have intermediate experience.
• I have some experience.
• I do not have experience.

07

Briefly describe your experience below. Include your role and the organization(s) involved. If you do not have experience working with the General Assembly, Virginia state agencies, or local governments in Virginia, please write "N/A".

08

What is your experience level in preparing legislative testimony, policy briefs, analyses, or reports for senior leaders?

• I have extensive experience.
• I have intermediate experience.
• I have some experience.
• I do not have experience.

09

Briefly describe your experience preparing legislative testimony, policy briefs, analyses, or reports for senior leaders. What types of documents have you prepared? If you do not have experience, please write "N/A".

10

Briefly describe your experience developing legislative priorities, tracking bills, coordinating advocacy efforts, or managing intergovernmental projects.

11

Please quantify your experience level in supervising staff, leading a team, or managing lobbying contracts.

• I have extensive experience.
• I have intermediate experience.
• I have some experience.
• I do not have experience.

12

Please share an example of a legislative, regulatory, or policy issue you analyzed. What was the result?

13

This position requires regular travel within Virginia, occasional travel to Prince William County, and availability for early-morning, evening, and occasional weekend meetings and legislative hearings. Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

14

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

15

Do you have any current employment, consulting arrangement, board membership, political activity, financial interest, or other affiliation that could create an actual or perceived conflict of interest in representing Prince William County's interests before Virginia governmental bodies?

• Yes
• No

16

If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please provide additional details. If you answered "No", please write "N/A".

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers