Political Action Committee (PAC) Director

You’ve successfully led PAC efforts and are ready to take it to the next level, leading a dynamic, high-impact, multi-million-dollar political operation. You thrive on building connections, driving fundraising strategy, and navigating the political landscape with confidence and energy. You’re the kind of leader who doesn’t just show up, you make things happen.

In this role, you’ll oversee fundraising, disbursement strategy, compliance, and outreach while working closely with leadership, volunteers, and legislative affairs teams. You’ll also serve as lead staff to the PAC Executive Committee and play a key role in shaping advocacy success.

If this sounds like you, please read on!

What You’ll Do

Direct the daily operations, fundraising, and disbursement strategy of a multi-million-dollar PAC

Lead PAC strategy, budgeting, compliance, and reporting in line with FEC regulations

Serve as lead staff to the PAC Executive Committee and Resident Assembly Health Policy Committee

Plan and execute political events, fundraisers, fly-ins, and in-district activities

Build and manage donor programs, including the Advisor’s Circle and peer-to-peer initiatives

Develop outreach materials, communications, and fundraising campaigns

Represent AAOS at political events and meetings with Members of Congress

Oversee PAC communications including newsletters, reports, website updates, and advocacy content

Collaborate with legislative affairs teams to align strategy with advocacy goals

Research political races and provide funding recommendations

Ensure compliance with campaign finance laws and reporting requirements

Travel

Up to 60 days per year.

Qualifications
Required

Bachelor’s degree

Six years of government relations experience

Experience managing a PAC through at least two election cycles

Supervisory experience

Strong networking and negotiation skills

Association management experience

Knowledge of the legislative process and grassroots advocacy

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects

Strong attention to detail

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills across formats (issue papers, newsletters, fundraising appeals, reports, etc.)

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Desired

Corporate fundraising experience

Database management experience

Experience with PAC and grassroots advocacy software programs

Familiarity with the medical PAC community

Established contacts with Capitol Hill or Members of Congress

Salary Range: $102,000 - $105,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Please note: This hybrid position is based in Washington, DC and requires the ability to commute to the office at least twice per week. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. AAOS does not sponsor, and will not sponsor, Applicants or employees for purposes of obtaining or maintaining Work Authorization.

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