Director Federal Relations

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Job Title

Director, Federal Relations

Department

GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

Position Number

FA005A

Location

Washington, DC

Job Summary

The Director of Federal Relations will represent ODU in Washington, D.C. The Director will advocate with legislators and their staffs as well as leaders and staffs of federal agencies on policies and opportunities that are relevant to ODU's academic interests. Reporting to the Executive Director of Government Relations, the Director interacts frequently with ODU's executive leadership team. Key Priorities include: Coordinating the development of annual federal relations priorities along with a strategic plan to realize them; Nurturing working relationships with members of the Virginia delegation and other Members of Congress, key Congressional and committee staff in the House and Senate, Administration officials, and key appointees and staff at federal agencies with jurisdictions that are central to ODU's academic interests; and the advocacy of ODU's positions with respect to issues and legislation affecting higher education, including funding opportunities.

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of legislative process and demonstrated ability to identify legislative issues of relevance and/or concern and solve problems and successfully propagate the University's legislative agenda.
Considerable knowledge of political and governmental protocol.
Considerable knowledge of Congressional and federal policies and legislative/rulemaking processes.
Proven record of dealing with confidential information.
Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to deliver a clear and compelling message
Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently
Demonstrated ability to quickly analyze and apply data.
Demonstrated ability to actively engage in diverse and equitable thought and promote such a work environment

Education or training:
Master's degree in political science, government, marketing and communications or related field, or bachelor's degree plus training and related work experience at a level which equates to an advanced degree.

Experience:
Comprehensive experience working on Capitol Hill, conducting federal governmental relations, or a combination thereof, with a record of effectiveness in advancing objectives.
Considerable experience working on the federal level as a legislative liaison or director of governmental relations.

Preferred Qualifications

Substantive first-hand knowledge of Congressional and federal policies and legislative and rulemaking processes
Established connections and experience with research-related funding Established bipartisan relationships
Considerable experience and exposure working in education and healthcare policy

Conditions of Employment

Completion of Statement of Personal Economic Interests is required upon hire.
Job Open Date

02/17/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Review Date

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., located in the City of Norfolk in the metropolitan Hampton Roads region of coastal Virginia, is a state-assisted, Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive institution that serves its students and enriches the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through rigorous academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active civic engagement. Its 24,000 students, including over 6,000 graduate students, form a diverse and multicultural community in six academic colleges. Through a collaborative and innovative approach to education and research, the University focuses on student learning and addresses critical needs in the professions. ODU's programs are offered on the main campus, at higher education centers in the region, and at numerous distance learning sites.

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