Senior Director, Health & Education Policy — Hybrid

Center Road; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Flexible hybrid scheduling

Paid parental leave

Professional development stipend

Job summary

Center Road Solutions seeks a Senior Director to lead our mission-driven nonprofit and foundation client work in Health and Education policy. The role requires deep Capitol Hill experience, strategic acumen, and a proven ability to navigate bipartisan coalitions to deliver policy victories.

Based in Washington, DC, with hybrid work arrangements, you will co‑own critical client relationships, oversee large teams, and drive complex legislative and regulatory campaigns that advance women, children,

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of direct, full‑time experience in a federal legislative, agency, or policy‑focused role (Capitol Hill experience preferred).
• Strong client-service and team‑first mindset; ownership of client needs and collaborative problem solving.
• Proven policy & legislative victory (e.g., passing authorizing statute, securing increased appropriations, or impactful regulatory advances).
• Bipartisan sponsorship track record with key committees (e.g., HELP, Ed & Workforce, Ways & Means).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to translate complex policy for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Shape strategic direction of large client accounts and projects with high autonomy.
• Co‑own client relationships with senior leadership and drive tactical execution with minimal oversight.
• Direct and mentor internal teams; ensure high‑quality deliverables and growth feedback.
• Lead bipartisan advocacy campaigns across Legislative and Executive branches; build coalitions and consensus.

Skills

Policy analysis

Legislative advocacy

Coalition building

Bipartisan collaboration

Team leadership

Project management

Job description

Center Road Solutions seeks a Senior Director to lead our mission-driven nonprofit and foundation client work in Health and Education policy. The role requires deep Capitol Hill experience, strategic acumen, and a proven ability to navigate bipartisan coalitions to deliver policy victories.

Based in Washington, DC, with hybrid work arrangements, you will co‑own critical client relationships, oversee large teams, and drive complex legislative and regulatory campaigns that advance women, children,