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DIRECTOR, FEDERAL RELATIONS, Federal Relations
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Director, Federal Relations
Boston University (BU) Federal Relations seeks a Director of Federal Relations to represent the University in federal policy deliberations concerning education, research, and other matters. The Director will serve as a liaison with federal policymakers, identify trends in federal funding and policy, and support the BU community as they interact with federal officials. Successful candidates will have a deep understanding of how the federal government functions, an extensive network of federal contacts, and experience devising and executing legislative or regulatory strategies to advance policy goals.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement legislative, regulatory, and communications strategies that advance BU’s operational and strategic priorities across its mission.
Foster, maintain, and leverage legislative and regulatory policy expertise and close, collaborative relationships with federal policymakers.
Envision, design, plan, prepare, and produce meetings, events, written materials, and electronic communications that promote BU’s federal agenda.
Proactively research, track, and report on federal legislative, budgetary, and regulatory actions that impact BU.
Represent the University at public meetings and events with policymakers and governmental entities.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree with eight or more years of related experience.
Deep understanding of how the federal government functions and an extensive network of federal contacts, with more than five years of experience working with Capitol Hill, the executive branch, think tanks, or Washington‑based NGOs.
Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with policymakers and NGOs.
Experience devising and executing legislative or regulatory strategies to advance a policy goal.
Ability to take initiative, problem‑solve, and work independently with good judgment.
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously with accurate, timely completion.
Ability to protect confidential information and exercise tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive situations.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in federal higher education and science policy.
Demonstrated understanding of the New England Congressional delegation and Massachusetts politics.
Experience working with diverse backgrounds, identities, life experiences, and communication styles.
Salary range: Grade 51 ($120,375 – $150,000). Location: Washington, DC. Position type: Full‑time Regular.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, or veteran status.
We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316132
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Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement legislative, regulatory, and communications strategies that advance BU’s operational and strategic priorities across its mission.
Foster, maintain, and leverage legislative and regulatory policy expertise and close, collaborative relationships with federal policymakers.
Envision, design, plan, prepare, and produce meetings, events, written materials, and electronic communications that promote BU’s federal agenda.
Proactively research, track, and report on federal legislative, budgetary, and regulatory actions that impact BU.
Represent the University at public meetings and events with policymakers and governmental entities.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree with eight or more years of related experience.
Deep understanding of how the federal government functions and an extensive network of federal contacts, with more than five years of experience working with Capitol Hill, the executive branch, think tanks, or Washington‑based NGOs.
Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with policymakers and NGOs.
Experience devising and executing legislative or regulatory strategies to advance a policy goal.
Ability to take initiative, problem‑solve, and work independently with good judgment.
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously with accurate, timely completion.
Ability to protect confidential information and exercise tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive situations.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in federal higher education and science policy.
Demonstrated understanding of the New England Congressional delegation and Massachusetts politics.
Experience working with diverse backgrounds, identities, life experiences, and communication styles.
Salary range: Grade 51 ($120,375 – $150,000). Location: Washington, DC. Position type: Full‑time Regular.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, or veteran status.
We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316132
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