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The Office of Federal Relations advocates on behalf of UW-Madison in Washington, DC. Our office works to advance the university's interests and serves as a liaison to the federal government.
The Assistant Director is responsible for monitoring and analyzing federal agency regulations, policy developments, and funding opportunities that impact UW-Madison. This role identifies opportunities for faculty and administrators to provide expertise to federal agency officials or serve on advisory groups. The Assistant Director will develop a strong working knowledge of UW-Madison research initiatives and strengths through close coordination with campus leadership, leveraging that knowledge to identify research opportunities. The Assistant Director works with the Director of Federal Relations to support daily operations, collaborate with campus-based University Relations colleagues, and coordinate with the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association to engage DC-area alumni. In addition, this role will work with the Wisconsin in Washington Director to support student-focused programs and initiatives, including Washington, DC internships.
Responsibilities:
Government Affairs Liaison II (Inst) (CM006)Government Affairs Liaison I (Inst) (CM049)
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
Education:
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred
Master's Degree
Advanced degree in law, political science/government, public policy, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) or related field preferred.
Qualifications:
- Professional work experience in federal government affairs, public policy, or a related field.
- A demonstrated understanding of the federal legislative and regulatory processes.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to exercise independent judgment, decision making and confidentiality, all with limited supervision. Must be self-motivated.
Preferred:
- Extensive background in higher education, federal research funding, and related policies.
- A proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with federal agency officials.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
This position will be located in Washington, DC with occasional travel to Madison required.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced insurance plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Learn more at https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/.
Additional Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. University sponsorship of an employment visa is not available for this position.
How to Apply:
Click the 'Apply Now' button above to begin. After creating a UW Jobs profile, you will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume highlighting your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications.
The deadline to assure consideration is March 3, 2024. However, the posting will remain open and applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled.
Contact:
Kory Breuer
kory.breuer@wisc.edu
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Govt Affairs Liaison II (Inst)(CM006) or Govt Affairs Liaison I (Inst)(CM049)
Department(s):
A02-GENERAL SERVICES/A0223/FEDERAL RELATIONS
Employment Class:
Limited
Job Number:
293996-LI
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
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