Federal Relations Specialist - Office Of Government And Community Relations

fostonlab.wustl.edu

Washington, District of Columbia, US
Base: $53,100.00 - $90,600.00 annually; bonus/equi...
Onsite
Federal priorities advancement
Congressional activities monitoring
Policy research and recommendations
Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Federal Relations Specialist for its Office of Government and Community Relations in Washington, DC. The role involves supporting federal relations activities, managing administrative tasks, and promoting the university's federal priorities

Job Summary

  • The position will play a central role by leading efforts that advance the University’s federal priorities and by managing administrative, logistical, and programmatic functions of the DC office and federal relations personnel.
  • Develop strategies and manage implementation of programming/events held at the DC Office, Capitol Hill, or elsewhere in Washington DC designed to increase awareness of WashU’s academic, research, healthcare strengths among policymakers.
  • Benefits include up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, sick time, competitive health insurance, free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees, and a 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.

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Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Federal Relations Specialist for its Office of Government and Community Relations in Washington, DC. The role involves supporting federal relations activities, managing administrative tasks, and promoting the university's federal priorities.

Salary

Base: $53,100.00 - $90,600.00 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Federal priorities advancement
  • Congressional activities monitoring
  • Policy research and recommendations
  • Event planning and logistics
  • Lobbying disclosure reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive independent work
  • Discretion and good judgment
  • Collaborative approach
  • Navigating complex issues
  • Handling sensitive information

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 1 year relevant experience
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite

Work Rights

Not specified

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