The American Chemistry Council (ACC), a national trade association representing the world’s leading chemical and plastics manufacturers, currently has an opportunity for Manager, State Legislative & Regulatory Affairs for its State Affairs division.  ACC represents its members on public policy issues; coordinates the industry’s research and testing programs; and administers Responsible Care®, the industry’s environment, health, safety and security performance improvement initiative. 

The position is responsible for managing a multi-faceted regional state legislative and regulatory program that includes state regulatory monitoring and reporting, coalition and alliance support, member communications and outreach to strengthen the American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) state regulatory efforts and legislative outcomes.  The position reports directly to the Senior Director, State Affairs – Northeast Region.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in policy/regulatory analysis, trade association support, member services, or other relevant experience. In-depth knowledge and understanding of political, legislative and regulatory processes on the state level, experience in tracking platforms preferred (Policy Note, Lexis Nexis, Quorum, etc.), the ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues, projects, tasks, and information/requests as well as the ability to travel, as needed, within the United States are a must.

About American Chemistry Council

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading companies engaged in the business of chemistry. ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative products and services that make people's lives better, healthier and safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health and safety performance through Responsible Care®, common sense advocacy designed to address major public policy issues, and health and environmental research and product testing. The business of chemistry is a $558 billion enterprise and a key element of the nation's economy. It is one of the nation’s largest exporters, accounting for ten cents out of every dollar in U.S. exports. Chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research and development. Safety and security have always been primary concerns of ACC members, and they have intensified their efforts, working closely with government agencies to improve security and to defend against any threat to the nation’s critical infrastructure.

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