Government & public sector jobs in Washington, DC

About the role

This position is eligible for remote work within the Washington DC / Baltimore metro area only.

What you'll bring

• A bachelor’s degree is required for this position, along with a minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in federal government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, health policy, higher education policy, scientific research advocacy, or related fields, including demonstrated experience leading major advocacy initiatives, legislative portfolios, coalition activities, or policy programs.   related work experience (advanced degree in a related field can substitute as appropriate).
• Recognized subject matter expertise in federal legislative and regulatory processes, advocacy strategy, coalition engagement, and policy analysis.
• Demonstrated experience leading significant advocacy initiatives, coalitions, programs, or cross-functional projects.
• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in federal government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, health policy, higher education policy, scientific research advocacy, or related fields, including demonstrated experience leading major advocacy initiatives, legislative portfolios, coalition activities, or policy programs, including experience:
• Developing legislative strategy recommendations and advising organizational leadership regarding policy opportunities, risks, and engagement approaches.
• Working with elected officials at local, state, and federal level;
• Covering hearings, briefings, and related events;
• Handling advocacy and constituency coalitions communications and inquiries;
• Tracking and analyzing federal legislative and regulatory issues;
• Experience working on federal budget, appropriations, medical research, public health, health care, higher education, Veterans Affairs, or related policy issues.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills (with particular emphasis on writing) required.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Benefits