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Job Title: LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS DIRECTOR AT HOUSING CALIFORNIA Position Type: FULL TIME Location: SacramentoDescription: Application ProcessAxis Talent Partners is supporting Housing California with this search. Please do not submit your name, resume, or contact information outside of the formal application system, as only applications submitted through Housing Califrnia official portal will be reviewed. All applications must be submitted by June 20, 2026 via the link below: Apply here: ABOUT HOUSING CALIFORNIA Since 1988, Housing California (Housing CA) has worked to create a California with homes, health, and prosperity for all in thriving, sustainable communities. We bring together a diverse, cross-sector network to prevent and end homelessness, increase the supply of safe, stable, affordable homes, and reverse the legacy of systemic racial and economic inequities by building power among the people most impacted by housing injustice in partnership with cross-sector partners, shaping the narrative, and advocating for the passage of transformative statewide policy solutions. Learn more about long term policy agenda here and explore additional information about Housing CA's current legislative priorities on our website at . POSITION SUMMARY The Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Director will lead the development and oversee the execution of Housing CA's legislative and regulatory strategy, with a primary focus at the state level. This role is central to translating policy ideas into legislative outcomes by leveraging a deep understanding of the legislative and regulatory landscape, engaging strategically with policymakers, converting evidence-based solutions into actionable initiatives, collaborating closely with partners, and driving cross-organizational efforts toward systems and policy change. The Director will manage a team dedicated to advancing state policies and regulatory reforms and will play a key role in the overall success of the organization. As a senior leader, this position champions the integration of legislative strategy with grassroots organizing, narrative change, and long-term movement building. We are seeking a candidate who not only understands how California policy and politics function but also views legislation as a powerful tool to transform systems, redistribute power, and advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our organization is committed to maintaining a "big tent" approach-working collaboratively across sectors and disciplines to achieve meaningful systems and policy change. WHAT YOU WILL DO Legislative Policy Advocacy Strategy Bring deep knowledge of the legislative landscape to advise on and identify strategic pathways for advancing policies.Cultivate and maintain relationships with legislators, legislative staff, caucuses, the Governor's office, administrative agency representatives, and fellow advocates. Engage these stakeholders through education, meetings and collaboration to inform, develop, and advance effective policies. Plan, advise, and oversee the activities of a team to implement legislative, administrative, and regulatory strategies aimed at achieving both short- and long-term policy goals. The Director ensures Housing CA staff and consultants are present at hearings, briefings, and coalition meetings, and oversees the development of position papers, testimony, fact sheets, and other advocacy materials-in close collaboration with internal team members and coalition partners. Provide leadership and input in the planning and execution of key organizational initiatives and events where policy and legislative issues are central. This includes the Residents United Network Annual Summit, Housing CA's Annual Advocacy Day, quarterly policy town halls, and Roadmap Home-focused convenings. Collaborate with the Narrative and Strategic Communications team, the Power Building team and Residents United Network, the Strategic Initiatives and campaign teams, and the Policy Com