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The objective of this position is to interact with local, state and federal legislative bodies and government agencies for Delaware, Maryland and Virginia to represent the interests of the Association and members.

Reports to: Executive Director

Specific Duties:

• Researches and monitors government activities that could affect the Association and Delmarva chicken community, including growers, chicken companies and allied businesses.
• Advocates for legislative and public policychanges that will support the Association and the Delmarva chicken community.
• Assists executive director and Board with policydevelopment for the Association.
• Works with DCA membership to develop advocatesfor the Delmarva chicken community
• Prepares updates on issues impacting the chickencommunity to members, Board and staff, including our e-newsletter, DCA inAction.
• Prepares letters, articles, talking points andspeeches for DCA members, staff and/or Board.
• Builds and maintains professional relationshipswith members of local, state and federal government entities and agencies.
• Participates with pertinent trade associationsand industry groups.
• Collaborates with industry advocates to buildareas of common interest.
• Represents DCA and our membership at legislativeor government committees or meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, business, political science, public relations or related field.
• Minimum of one year's experience in advocacy or public policy
• Knowledge of agriculture or poultry is preferred, but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communicationskills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Current relationships with local, state, and/or federal contacts is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritizeworkload involving multiple projects at one time.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite orrelated software.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk andworking on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.

Work Environment
The Delmarva Chicken Association office is located in Georgetown, DE, however remote work is expected and work from home may be considered. Some occasional work could be required on nights and weekends. Candidate must have a valid drivers' license and use his/her own automobile for association travel, that may involve up to 15,000 miles per year.Mileage reimbursement will be provided.Some overnight travel might be required. The position is exempt and overtime compensation will not be offered after 40 hours per week.

Compensation & Employee Benefits
Salary range is $75,000-$95,000 depending on experience. Benefits include health (90% employer paid), dental, vision, life and disability insurance; pension plan contributions, holiday, vacation and sick leave pay; tuition reimbursement and more.

How to Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter to Holly Porter at porter@dcachicken.com or mail to 16686County Seat Highway, Georgetown, DE 19947 postmarked by September 18, 2026.

For more information, visit www.dcachicken.com or call 302-856-9037.

About Delmarva Chicken Association
Delmarva Chicken Association, founded in 1948, is the Delmarva chicken industry's voice as the premier membership association focusing on advocacy, education and member relations. DCA's vision is to be the most-respected chicken organization in the United States. For more information about the Delmarva Chicken Association, visit www.dcachicken.com or call 302-856-9037.