University of California Office of the President
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND LEGISLATIVE ANALYSIS
University of California Office of the President, Oakland, California, United States, 94616
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND LEGISLATIVE ANALYSISLocation:
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72737Job PostingUC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENTAt the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer Prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community.The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world.Department OverviewThe University of California's Office of Federal Governmental Relations is located at the UC Washington Center in Washington, DC. As the largest public research institution in the world, the university engages in numerous partnerships with federal education, health care and research agencies. Working with Congress, the administration, federal agencies and national organizations, we advocate for the university and its policy and fiscal priorities in education, research, healthcare and public service.Position SummaryThe Assistant Director for Government Relations and Legislative Analysis has responsibility for legislative analysis and advocacy on federal policies impacting the University of California, with a focus on education and health care related issues. The position is within the University of California's Office of Federal Governmental Relations (FGR) located in Washington, DC, and is under the supervision of the Senior Director for FGR. The Assistant Director assists in planning, developing and implementing strategies for government relations and related advocacy activities, including developing and advancing priorities and policy positions through engagement with federal government officials and/or their staff. The Federal Government Relations office is operating in a hybrid model where the Assistant Director will be required to come into the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of most weeks, with some additional in-person days as job responsibilities and staffing needs dictate.Key Responsibilities50% Legislative Analysis:
Under the direction of the Senior Director, the Assistant Director for Government Relations and Legislative Analysis provides policy and legislative analysis, develops policy statements, congressional correspondence, legislative background materials, hearing summaries and other materials and provides support to the Director of Education and the Director of Health and Clinical Affairs. The Assistant Director is responsible for researching, analyzing, monitoring and reporting on federal legislative, regulatory, funding and policy issues and initiatives that impact UC and the institution's priorities. These may include but are not limited to student financial aid, immigration and visas, teacher preparation, educational research, basic needs, the humanities, graduate medical education, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, biomedical research, health care regulation, public health as well as health and higher education-related appropriations.25% Federal Advocacy:
Under the direction of the Senior Director and in coordination with advocacy and legislative staff, assists with implementation of advocacy-related events and activities that advance UC's federal priorities, including supporting efforts related to federal engagement with UC's grassroots advocacy network. The Assistant Director will organize UC systemwide participation in advocacy days, Congressional briefings, and other events as needed.25% Communications:
The Assistant Director drafts advocacy messages to the Congressional delegation and develops written materials such as fact sheets and talking points, to support the University's governmental relations and advocacy efforts before Congress and the executive branch on legislation, regulatory activity, funding opportunities and initiatives.Other duties as assigned.ExperienceRequired QualificationsA minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in advocacy or governmental relations and researching complex subject matter, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Skills and AbilitiesEducationRequired QualificationsBachelor's degreeJob TitleFederal Government Relations Profl 3Job Code004337Salary GradeGrade 23Payscale:$108,000 - $122,000The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.Benefits:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
Benefits of BelongingADDITIONAL INFORMATIONHOW TO APPLYPlease be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.APPLICATION REVIEW DATEThe first review date for this job is
September 24, 2024 . The position will be open until filled.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTBackground Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position.
Background check process at UCOPSmoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014.
UC Smoke & Tobacco Free PolicyAs a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California
Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.EEO STATEMENTThe University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at:
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Washington D CJob ID:
72737Job PostingUC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENTAt the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer Prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community.The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world.Department OverviewThe University of California's Office of Federal Governmental Relations is located at the UC Washington Center in Washington, DC. As the largest public research institution in the world, the university engages in numerous partnerships with federal education, health care and research agencies. Working with Congress, the administration, federal agencies and national organizations, we advocate for the university and its policy and fiscal priorities in education, research, healthcare and public service.Position SummaryThe Assistant Director for Government Relations and Legislative Analysis has responsibility for legislative analysis and advocacy on federal policies impacting the University of California, with a focus on education and health care related issues. The position is within the University of California's Office of Federal Governmental Relations (FGR) located in Washington, DC, and is under the supervision of the Senior Director for FGR. The Assistant Director assists in planning, developing and implementing strategies for government relations and related advocacy activities, including developing and advancing priorities and policy positions through engagement with federal government officials and/or their staff. The Federal Government Relations office is operating in a hybrid model where the Assistant Director will be required to come into the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of most weeks, with some additional in-person days as job responsibilities and staffing needs dictate.Key Responsibilities50% Legislative Analysis:
Under the direction of the Senior Director, the Assistant Director for Government Relations and Legislative Analysis provides policy and legislative analysis, develops policy statements, congressional correspondence, legislative background materials, hearing summaries and other materials and provides support to the Director of Education and the Director of Health and Clinical Affairs. The Assistant Director is responsible for researching, analyzing, monitoring and reporting on federal legislative, regulatory, funding and policy issues and initiatives that impact UC and the institution's priorities. These may include but are not limited to student financial aid, immigration and visas, teacher preparation, educational research, basic needs, the humanities, graduate medical education, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, biomedical research, health care regulation, public health as well as health and higher education-related appropriations.25% Federal Advocacy:
Under the direction of the Senior Director and in coordination with advocacy and legislative staff, assists with implementation of advocacy-related events and activities that advance UC's federal priorities, including supporting efforts related to federal engagement with UC's grassroots advocacy network. The Assistant Director will organize UC systemwide participation in advocacy days, Congressional briefings, and other events as needed.25% Communications:
The Assistant Director drafts advocacy messages to the Congressional delegation and develops written materials such as fact sheets and talking points, to support the University's governmental relations and advocacy efforts before Congress and the executive branch on legislation, regulatory activity, funding opportunities and initiatives.Other duties as assigned.ExperienceRequired QualificationsA minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in advocacy or governmental relations and researching complex subject matter, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Skills and AbilitiesEducationRequired QualificationsBachelor's degreeJob TitleFederal Government Relations Profl 3Job Code004337Salary GradeGrade 23Payscale:$108,000 - $122,000The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.Benefits:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
Benefits of BelongingADDITIONAL INFORMATIONHOW TO APPLYPlease be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.APPLICATION REVIEW DATEThe first review date for this job is
September 24, 2024 . The position will be open until filled.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTBackground Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position.
Background check process at UCOPSmoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014.
UC Smoke & Tobacco Free PolicyAs a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California
Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.EEO STATEMENTThe University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at:
Accessibility
or email the Human Resource Department at:
epost@ucop.edu .To apply, visit
https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucop/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=72737&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=19&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant
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