University of California Office of the President · 3 weeks ago
DIRECTOR OF TAX, IMMIGRATION AND INNOVATION (Lobbyist)
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$185K/yr - $205K/yr
10+ years expThe University of California Office of the President is a leading institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and public service. The Director of Tax, Immigration and Innovation will be responsible for lobbying and providing subject matter expertise in federal relations, focusing on tax, immigration, and innovation-related issues. This role requires engagement with Congress and federal agencies to advocate for the university's priorities and develop legislative strategies.
EducationHigher EducationProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Advocacy: Under the supervision of the AVP, the Director serves as one of UC’s primary federal lobbyists, advocating on issues affecting the system, including tax, immigration, labor, economic development, intellectual property, technology transfer and commercialization, capital assets and infrastructure, contractor management and other issue areas as identified. The Director engages directly with members of Congress, congressional committees and staff, executive branch officials, federal agencies and association partners. The Director provides updates to UC FGR, UCOP (including university leadership), campuses, UC ANR and the affiliated national labs on federal developments; guides the development of UC’s policy positions and priorities; and develops and implements legislative strategies and plans
The Director works closely with internal and external stakeholders to build legislative coalitions and provide legislative strategy on issues. The Director drafts congressional testimony and questions; proposals for authorizing and appropriations legislation; prepares and assists and participates in preparations for advocacy meetings and hearings; and represents the university at events with federal and advocacy stakeholders. The Director works with congressional offices to develop legislation and provides technical assistance on legislative language and proposal impacts and relay the university’s position. The Director provides assistance to UC leadership and visitors in Washington, DC who seek meetings with congressional, agency, and/or association representatives. The Director consults, advises and reports to university leadership, faculty, staff and other stakeholders on issues that may be considered by the executive or legislative branches of government
Outreach and Engagement: The Director serves as the university’s liaison with federal partners, both proactively and in response to outreach. The Director tracks federal rules and regulations that impact their portfolio and coordinates and assists in drafting federal comment letters, responses to requests for information and other correspondence. Additionally, they notify university personnel about proposed regulations or initiatives that may impact university policies, institutional management and operations, and/or funding levels
In coordination with systemwide colleagues, the Director brings UC experts to participate in Washington, DC-based advocacy, including briefings and meetings. The Director organizes and executes UC briefings and programming focused on their portfolio’s issues. This position represents UC with national associations, professional societies, industry groups and DC-based California entities (including state and local government offices and industry representatives) as aligned with the portfolio. The Director may also serve in leadership positions with national and federal higher education associations
State Governmental Relations Coordination: The Director works with the UC Office of State Governmental Relations to maintain awareness of key policy issues and legislative initiatives in California that intersect with or impact their portfolio
Communications: Works with key federal relations and university staff to develop communications tools and products (e.g., talking points, fact sheets) to advance the university's federal advocacy goals and objectives
Qualification
Required
At least 10 years of increasingly responsible experience in government relations, public policy or advocacy, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Advanced understanding of federal legislative and regulatory processes (including procedure and the budget and appropriations process) and demonstrated experience engaging with or working for federal agencies or congressional offices
Proven ability to design, develop, and implement short and long-term strategic plans, governmental relations activities, programming and events
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills, including the ability to produce information that is appropriately presented and effectively received by target constituencies
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders
Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize multiple assignments in a dynamic environment with competing demands and strict deadlines
Proven ability to exercise sound political judgment, anticipate potential areas of concern, and address, resolve, or mitigate issues to advance and protect institutional priorities
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Preferred
Familiarity with public higher education and its current issues and opportunities
Familiarity with the University of California system, including the UC Office of the President, and its mission, goals, structure, history and achievements
Advanced project management skills, including ability to plan and implement successful events
A professional degree, law degree or graduate degree in government or public policy is highly desirable
Company
University of California Office of the President
The Office of the President is the system wide headquarters of the University of California, managing its fiscal and business operations, and supporting the academic and research missions across its campuses, labs and medical centers.
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