Assistant Director of Federal Relations - Washington D.C.

Online applications must be received before 11: 59pm on: August 10, 2025If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s)1157-NN_ADMINPRO - Assistant DirectorBusiness TitleAssistant Director of Federal Relations - Washington D. C. Employee TypeAdmin. ProfessionalPosition DetailsSummary of Duties: As the Assistant Director of Federal Relations, you will serve as a vital member of the Washington State University (WSU) system office of External Affairs and Government Relations team representing all five WSU campuses and our global campus.

You will also play a key role in providing strategic analysis and policy expertise on a variety of topics, including budget, appropriations to advance WSU’s institutional advocacy, funding, and policy goals, provide a fixed presence with members of Congress and the Executive Branch including federal agencies, and national-level organizations. In the Assistant Director role, you will collaborate with the Director to advance priorities within the offices of the President, Campus Chancellors, and College leadership on legislative, regulatory, budgetary, advocacy, and communications issues.

The position requires detailed knowledge of the federal government, the legislative process, including appropriations and authorization, as well as the functions of a land grant university. The Office of Federal Engagement and Advocacy is the unit within the University responsible for communicating institutional priorities, developing and maintaining positive working relationships, and raising the profile of WSU within the federal government. This position is located in Washington, D. C. Additional InformationThis is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime exempt. Monthly Salary: $ 7,272. 22 - $ 9,323. 35 | Commensurate with experience and qualificationsIn accordance with RCW 49. 58.

110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required QualificationsPositions require a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which has included at least one (1) year of managerial experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Education and experience can be tailored to fit the specific organizational entity/directorial assignment. Positions may require applicable licensure and/or certification.

At least 4-6 years of working with federal elected officials and/or federal agency representatives in a legislative capacityAbility to work with diverse communities and constituents of diverse backgroundsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsRecord of dealing with confidential informationUnderstanding of the federal legislative process, including the federal budgetary appropriations and authorization process, advocacy, and communicationsExperience with a successful track record in a legislative setting with increased responsibilitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced team environment while maintaining high work standardsFlexibility and availability to travel by air several times a yearPossession of, or ability to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s licenseWilling to locate in Washington, D.

CExternal Affairs and Government Relations WebpageThe External Affairs and Government Relations department at Washington State University serves as the university’s primary liaison with local, state, and federal governments. It advocates for WSU’s legislative and policy priorities, builds strategic partnerships, and ensures the university’s voice is represented in public policy discussions that impact higher education, research, and community engagementApplication Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Resume Cover LetterExternal candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday. Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74. 34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time TypeFull timePosition Term12 MonthWashington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U. S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers:

1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu. edu.

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