Associate Director of Federal Affairs

Trustees of University of Pennsylvania; Calais (ME); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, seeks an Associate Director of Federal Affairs to advance the university's federal engagement on research, education, and service. The role supports policy analysis, strategic communications, and coordination with federal audiences.

The position reports to the Assistant Vice President for Federal Affairs and leads efforts to engage with lawmakers, agencies, and partners, including organizing campus events and advocacy days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of legislative/advocacy experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge of higher education issues; Capitol Hill experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and analyzing legislation, policy, and political developments
• Drafting communications, talking points, reports and briefing materials
• Supporting the University's engagement with key audiences and organizations
• Collaborating with University stakeholders to facilitate events involving public officials, including campus visits, roundtables, and advocacy days
• Ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Associate Director of Federal Affairs

Job Profile Title

Associate Director C, Business and Finance, Legal and Government Affairs

Job Description Summary

The Associate Director of Federal Affairs in the Office of Government and Community Affairs at the University of Pennsylvania supports the University's activities to engage with the federal government on issues related to our mission of research, education, and service.

Job Description

The Associate Director of Federal Affairs in the Office of Government and Community Affairs at the University of Pennsylvania supports the University's activities to engage with the federal government on issues related to our mission of research, education, and service.

The Associate Director reports to the Assistant Vice President of Federal Affairs and has a range of responsibilities to support the University's federal affairs activities, including:

• reviewing and analyzing legislation, policy, and political developments
• drafting communications, talking points, reports and briefing materials
• supporting the University's engagement with key audiences and organizations
• collaborating with University stakeholders to facilitate events involving public officials, including campus visits, roundtables, and advocacy days.

The Associate Director is energetically responsive to campus stakeholders, supporting faculty, students, senior administrators, and staff in their engagements with public officials and ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of legislative and/or strategic advocacy experience in a government role or government relations experience in a private‑sector organization or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Demonstrable knowledge of higher education issues required; Capitol Hill experience preferred.

The Associate Director is based in Philadelphia or Washington DC, with frequent travel between Philadelphia and Washington, DC, and periodically to other locations.

Job Location – City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

President's Center

Pay Range

$77,330.00 - $104,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tui