Center for Christian Virtue
OCEN Policy Director
Center for Christian Virtue, Columbus, Ohio (CCV Office; occasional statewide travel)
Full‑time, Salaried/Exempt position reporting to OCEN Executive Director. Working hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm.
Compensation: Salary range $115,000.00 – $145,000.00 per year, with benefits including paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, monthly cell phone allotment, mileage reimbursement, health, vision, and dental insurance (CCV covers 75% of premium), life insurance, and a 3% match on retirement plan available after one year.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and advance OCEN’s policy agenda for each General Assembly session in alignment with OCEN’s core values.
Build and maintain influential relationships with lawmakers, bureaucrats, and coalitions with like‑minded advocacy groups.
Contribute to the broader CCV policy team through meetings, educational expertise, and participation in non‑OCEN policy initiatives as needed.
Connect lawmakers with school leaders by facilitating campus visits, hosting school leaders at the Statehouse, and promoting the value of Christian schools to lawmakers and their districts.
Engage with grassroots groups to support promotion of the policy agenda.
Coordinate a leadership council of Christian school heads to provide feedback on member schools’ policy needs.
Communicate regularly with member schools regarding policy issues, compliance requirements, and other legal and legislative matters.
Serve as a liaison between member schools and state government, assisting schools in solving problems related to compliance, chartering, transportation, and other issues between schools and the state.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications & Requirements
Undergraduate degree required.
5+ years of Christian school administration or 3+ years of lobbying experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; capable of effectively communicating ideas before large groups.
Highly personable and eager to meet new people.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems.
Capable of envisioning new opportunities for schools and the growth of Christian education.
Character and Spiritual
Mature Christian, currently attending or pursuing attendance in a local church.
Agreement with and adherence to CCV’s Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct.
Demonstrated commitment to CCV’s mission and position on Core Issues.
Ability to work discreetly with confidential information.
Trustworthy, responsible, tactful, diplomatic, and focused on building consensus rather than emphasizing differences.
Maintain a high level of professionalism focused on client/constituent relationships.
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Full‑time, Salaried/Exempt position reporting to OCEN Executive Director. Working hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm.
Compensation: Salary range $115,000.00 – $145,000.00 per year, with benefits including paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, monthly cell phone allotment, mileage reimbursement, health, vision, and dental insurance (CCV covers 75% of premium), life insurance, and a 3% match on retirement plan available after one year.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and advance OCEN’s policy agenda for each General Assembly session in alignment with OCEN’s core values.
Build and maintain influential relationships with lawmakers, bureaucrats, and coalitions with like‑minded advocacy groups.
Contribute to the broader CCV policy team through meetings, educational expertise, and participation in non‑OCEN policy initiatives as needed.
Connect lawmakers with school leaders by facilitating campus visits, hosting school leaders at the Statehouse, and promoting the value of Christian schools to lawmakers and their districts.
Engage with grassroots groups to support promotion of the policy agenda.
Coordinate a leadership council of Christian school heads to provide feedback on member schools’ policy needs.
Communicate regularly with member schools regarding policy issues, compliance requirements, and other legal and legislative matters.
Serve as a liaison between member schools and state government, assisting schools in solving problems related to compliance, chartering, transportation, and other issues between schools and the state.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications & Requirements
Undergraduate degree required.
5+ years of Christian school administration or 3+ years of lobbying experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; capable of effectively communicating ideas before large groups.
Highly personable and eager to meet new people.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems.
Capable of envisioning new opportunities for schools and the growth of Christian education.
Character and Spiritual
Mature Christian, currently attending or pursuing attendance in a local church.
Agreement with and adherence to CCV’s Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct.
Demonstrated commitment to CCV’s mission and position on Core Issues.
Ability to work discreetly with confidential information.
Trustworthy, responsible, tactful, diplomatic, and focused on building consensus rather than emphasizing differences.
Maintain a high level of professionalism focused on client/constituent relationships.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Center for Christian Virtue by 2x.
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