DIRECTOR OF TAX, IMMIGRATION AND INNOVATION

Job Type Full Time
UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
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The University of California's Office of Federal Governmental Relations (UC FGR) is located at the UC Washington Center in Washington, DC. As the largest public research institution in the world, the university engages in numerous partnerships with federal education, health care and research agencies. Working with Congress, the administration, federal agencies and national organizations, UC FGR advocates for the university and its policy and fiscal priorities in education, research, health care and public service.
Under the direction of the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Federal Governmental Relations, the Director of Tax, Immigration and Innovation (Director) has primary responsibility within UC FGR for lobbying, subject matter expertise, analysis and political strategy in the areas related to 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 supports UC's broader federal relations objectives and priorities, coordinating across the system including with the Office of the President (UCOP), campuses, health centers, national laboratories and the Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) and with organizations and associations. 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. guides the development of UC's policy positions and priorities; The Director drafts congressional testimony and questions; 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. 40% 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.
~ The Director organizes and executes UC briefings and programming focused on their portfolio's issues. The Director 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.
~5% 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.
~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.
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.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

A professional degree, law degree or graduate degree in government or public policy is highly desirable.

The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.
Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.
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