Policy Director

1 day ago

Washington, United States Union of Concerned Scientists Full time
Job Title: Policy Director

Join the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) as a Policy Director and play a leading role in shaping the organization's science policy agenda. As a key member of the Center for Science and Democracy (CSD) team, you will be responsible for developing, socializing, and implementing strategic policy objectives at the federal level, and in key states as needed.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the CSD team in developing and advancing policy objectives, working closely with the Program Director, policy team, campaign team, research team, and external stakeholders.
  • Act as the lead decisionmaker on requests for UCS to support federal and state legislation related to science policy, defense of science, and elections science.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with congressional representatives and their staff, administration and agency officials, advocates from allied organizations, and other stakeholders.
  • Author and review written reports, fact sheets, testimony, media statements, and other key documents.
  • Monitor the policy landscape for program priority issues, including science policy, democracy, electoral administration and systems reform, science of elections, scientific integrity, science-informed procedural equity, environmental justice, disinformation, and others.
Requirements:
  • Master's or Juris Doctor required, PhD a plus, in a relevant field, such as science policy, public policy, political science, government, or other policy-oriented field in the natural and social sciences.
  • 10+ years of comparable and relative experience to include issue campaign development, a thorough understanding of advocacy campaigns and the legislative process, advocacy skills, project management, policy expertise, and an understanding of political organizing and planning/strategy development at the federal level, with an understanding and experience of similar issues at the state level preferred.
  • Expertise in science policy, such as science-informed public policy, policy for defense of science, scientific integrity, science of elections, environmental justice, regulatory reform, and science for public participation.
  • 3+ years of supervisory experience and experience working with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated experience engaging with campaigns, coalitions, and partners with diverse policy perspectives.
  • Understanding of, and experience with, integrating justice and equity perspectives into policy advocacy and analytics.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Skills in public speaking, taking media inquiries, and strong written communication (including an ability to synthesize science in layperson-friendly ways) strongly preferred.
  • Training or experience in project management preferred.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary range of $129,001-145,130.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on creating a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive for all staff.
How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you

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