Director of Advocacy and Public Affairs

Location: Portland, Maine (hybrid work optional)
Travel: Required – In-state and out-of-state travel, based on client/project needs
Compensation: $85,000–$105,000 base salary, with performance-based bonuses 

About The Resurgam Group
The Resurgam Group is a Maine-based public affairs firm specializing in government relations, strategic communications, and campaign consulting. We serve a diverse portfolio of mission-driven organizations, labor unions, nonprofits, and coalitions seeking to shape public policy, build political power, and drive meaningful change. We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive services, delivering high-impact strategies rooted in experience, relationships, and results.


Position Summary
The Director of Advocacy and Public Affairs will be a senior leader within the firm, responsible for leading client engagements across three core service areas:

  • Government Relations & Lobbying

  • Strategic Communications & Public Relations

  • Campaign Management & Political Strategy

The ideal candidate will have deep experience in at least one of these fields, with a deep understanding of how to move public will and decision-makers. They are also entrepreneurial and confident in their ability to cultivate and secure new client relationships. They have the organizational skills and versatility to manage multiple projects.

Government Relations & Lobbying

  • Represent clients before the legislature, local governments, and regulatory agencies

  • Draft legislation, testimony, and regulatory comments in alignment with client goals

  • Monitor legislative developments and provide timely policy updates

  • Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, staff, and stakeholders

Strategic Communications & Public Relations

  • Develop and execute comprehensive communications plans, including message strategy, media outreach, and crisis communications

  • Craft earned media strategies, op-eds, press materials, and digital content

  • Serve as a media liaison and spokesperson as needed

Campaign Consulting & Political Strategy

  • Manage or advise political, issue, and ballot campaigns at the state and local levels

  • Develop campaign plans including targeting, field operations, paid media, and coalition engagement

  • Support various campaign roles, including management, general consulting, and paid media execution, based on client needs and project scope

Mission-Aligned Growth & Development

  • Help lead business development efforts across all sectors we serve, including nonprofit organizations, advocacy coalitions, campaigns, labor unions, and political committees

  • Identify and pursue new opportunities with political organizations, issue campaigns, candidate committees, and aligned mission-driven clients

  • Build and maintain a robust network of prospective partners and referral sources

  • Lead proposal development and pitch strategy with an emphasis on value alignment and strategic fit

  • Represent The Resurgam Group at conferences, political events, and industry gatherings to elevate visibility and generate new leads

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in lobbying, communications, campaign management, or public affairs consulting

  • Ability to generate and secure new business 

  • Deep familiarity with political, media, and regulatory landscape; experience in other states a plus

  • Superior written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary of $85,000–$105,000 with performance-based bonus opportunities, commensurate with experience.

  • Health insurance and flexible PTO

  • Portland-based team with flexibility for remote work as appropriate

How to Apply

Please send your cover letter and resume to bj@resurgamgroup.com with “Director of Advocacy and Public Affairs” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Salary is dependent on experience. 

The Resurgam Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workspace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.