Case Western Reserve University
Executive Director of Government Relations
Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
Job DescriptionPOSITION OBJECTIVE
The Executive Director of Government Relations is responsible for developing and executing the university's government relation's federal and state strategy in collaboration with the Office of Research and Technology Management, senior university leadership, consultants, and staff. This includes maintaining effective policy advocacy efforts with elected and appointed officials and agencies and communicating developments and opportunities in a clear and concise manner. The executive director supports the associate vice president for government relations in establishing and implementing priorities for policies and programs that support the university's goals, including increasing government support for programs and projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develop and execute a government relations strategy (legislative and agencies) for the university around priority programs critical to advancing the university's mission. This requires regular interaction with the leadership. The executive director will optimize research funding from the federal budget and major spending bills and provide timely information to associate vice president of government relations and senior leaders and will identify opportunities from the key federal agencies including strategic federal and state research areas. (40%)
Advise Case Western Reserve University administration and faculty on policy and research at the federal and state level, including providing white papers and other briefing materials. (15%)
Ability to represent the university's president, top leadership, and faculty in various local, state and national venues, including industry, universities, consultants, and associations. (15%)
Identify opportunities for Case Western Reserve University to impact policy or future funding and provide strategic direction on how best to engage in dialogue on relevant issues, including by faculty members providing congressional testimony and serving on advisor committees. (10%)
Support the associate vice president for government relations in advocacy efforts around policy issues that are important to the university. (10%)
Lead special projects as assigned by the associate vice president for government relations. (9%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform other duties as assigned. (1%)
CONTACTS
Department: Continuous contact with deans, Research and Technology Management and other senior leaders to develop strategies, provide information and solicit feedback.
University: Regular contact with faculty and staff from the Office of Research and Technology Management, Office of Government and Community Relations, Office of the President, Office of the Provost, and Office of the General Counsel.
External: Continuous engagement with outside legislators and executive leadership at federal agencies to build relationships and understand positions.
Students: Infrequent
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no direct supervision of staff employees.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 8 years of experience working in government relations role or equivalent at the federal level (Congressional office, committee staff, etc.) or as a consultant or association staff.
Education: Bachelor's degree required. Graduate or professional degree preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Ability to lead complicated initiatives and seek input and buy-in from various stakeholders.
Ability to identify and solve problems and to work effectively as a member of the university team which includes external federal relations consultants.
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with diverse internal and external constituent groups, and to secure federal support for university programs and projects.
Thorough knowledge of legislative process.
Ability to analyze, understand, and communicate complex legislative and policy issues and to balance multiple complex projects successfully.
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communications.
Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
Ability to meet consistent attendance.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment. Frequent travel required.
Diversity StatementIn employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable AccommodationsCase Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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The Executive Director of Government Relations is responsible for developing and executing the university's government relation's federal and state strategy in collaboration with the Office of Research and Technology Management, senior university leadership, consultants, and staff. This includes maintaining effective policy advocacy efforts with elected and appointed officials and agencies and communicating developments and opportunities in a clear and concise manner. The executive director supports the associate vice president for government relations in establishing and implementing priorities for policies and programs that support the university's goals, including increasing government support for programs and projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develop and execute a government relations strategy (legislative and agencies) for the university around priority programs critical to advancing the university's mission. This requires regular interaction with the leadership. The executive director will optimize research funding from the federal budget and major spending bills and provide timely information to associate vice president of government relations and senior leaders and will identify opportunities from the key federal agencies including strategic federal and state research areas. (40%)
Advise Case Western Reserve University administration and faculty on policy and research at the federal and state level, including providing white papers and other briefing materials. (15%)
Ability to represent the university's president, top leadership, and faculty in various local, state and national venues, including industry, universities, consultants, and associations. (15%)
Identify opportunities for Case Western Reserve University to impact policy or future funding and provide strategic direction on how best to engage in dialogue on relevant issues, including by faculty members providing congressional testimony and serving on advisor committees. (10%)
Support the associate vice president for government relations in advocacy efforts around policy issues that are important to the university. (10%)
Lead special projects as assigned by the associate vice president for government relations. (9%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform other duties as assigned. (1%)
CONTACTS
Department: Continuous contact with deans, Research and Technology Management and other senior leaders to develop strategies, provide information and solicit feedback.
University: Regular contact with faculty and staff from the Office of Research and Technology Management, Office of Government and Community Relations, Office of the President, Office of the Provost, and Office of the General Counsel.
External: Continuous engagement with outside legislators and executive leadership at federal agencies to build relationships and understand positions.
Students: Infrequent
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no direct supervision of staff employees.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 8 years of experience working in government relations role or equivalent at the federal level (Congressional office, committee staff, etc.) or as a consultant or association staff.
Education: Bachelor's degree required. Graduate or professional degree preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Ability to lead complicated initiatives and seek input and buy-in from various stakeholders.
Ability to identify and solve problems and to work effectively as a member of the university team which includes external federal relations consultants.
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with diverse internal and external constituent groups, and to secure federal support for university programs and projects.
Thorough knowledge of legislative process.
Ability to analyze, understand, and communicate complex legislative and policy issues and to balance multiple complex projects successfully.
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communications.
Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
Ability to meet consistent attendance.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment. Frequent travel required.
Diversity StatementIn employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable AccommodationsCase Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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