Director, State Association Alliance

Director, State Association Alliance

The American Bankers Association is the banking industry's champion. Joining ABA makes you part of a team that : has Extraordinary People - ABA experts are the "go to" sources for bankers, policy makers and the media for credible information and insights for the banking industry. has Unmatched Scope and Scale - ABA's unparalleled information and services keep members current, knowledgeable and prepared. is Impact-Driven - ABA has a proven record of bringing about positive change for our members and the industry. We take action and achieve results. Plus competitive pay, an outstanding benefits package, a convenient DC location, a professional collegial work environment and an opportunity to work on issues of national significance equals a winning combination!

The Director maintains and strengthens ABA's alliance with state bankers associations by supporting leadership in managing relationships with 52 state partners. This position ensures each association is actively engaged across key areas, including political advocacy, policy, volunteer leadership, education, training, and member services.

Key Responsibilities :

• Process, understand, and analyze information on banking policy, membership, advocacy, products / services, technology, governance, and other vital association functions to make decisions to effectively grow engagement between ABA and the state associations.
• Work with other key stakeholders across the organization, track state-by-state engagement, and develop strategies to build and grow relationships in specific areas.
• Conduct outreach to state associations to build relationships with leadership and determine opportunities to grow and tailor engagement.
• Serve as a liaison to state association peer groups, including Communication Directors and Education Directors.

Manage all aspects of the Washington Visit Program, including budget, program structure, and coordination with ABA and state association leadership and federal regulatory agency contacts

Plan and execute the annual Alliance Advocacy Workshop and, in collaboration with Advocacy & Innovation team colleagues, the annual State Issues Summit.

Work with SVP and Alliance Leadership to plan and coordinate additional Alliance engagements, including State Executives Workshop and Alliance meetings in conjunction with the Conference for Community Bankers, Washington Summit, Summer Leadership Meeting, and Annual Convention.

Manage all Alliance communications, including weekly Zoom meetings and newsletters, event marketing, and the Higher Logic group for state executives and state association communications professionals.

Manage and support key Alliance initiatives, including surveys and ad hoc working groups, etc.

Represent the alliance team in interdepartmental meetings to promote the value and impact of ABA's strong relationships with state associations.

Support Emerging Leader initiatives, including council meetings, forums, awards program, and programming at ABA conferences.

Qualifications :

Target Salary Range : $120,000 - $130,000

Salary Band Range : $85,120.00 - $112,810.00 - $140,500.00

American Bankers Association (ABA) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.