Government Relations Senior Manager

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience: 

Bachelor's degree and seven years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Five years or more experience on Capitol Hill and/or Federal Government strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in a government relations environment, focusing on federal and/or state level.
• Demonstrated advanced judgment and knowledge of the political process at the federal and/or state level.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively and diplomatically with policymakers.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to diplomatically solve problems and build key relationships.
• Skilled lobbyist or prior experience as an aide/advisor to an elected or appointed government official with working knowledge of the political system and political process at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Ability to recognize potential areas of constituency concern and address, resolve and/or mitigate problems or issues.
• Proficient skills to read, interpret, understand, and respond to pending and proposed legislation, including skills to write effective position statements and draft proposed legislation.
• Proficient computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software, email applications, and presentation programs such as Photoshop, Dreamweaver and/or Keynote

Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Able to speak to both policy makers and staff about Hoover’s core policy priorities with an emphasis on technology, foreign policy, and education.
• Experience working for elected officials at the federal level preferred.
• Strong relationships with federal government officials and their staffs.
• Excellent written communication skills, reporting skills, and advanced skills in conceptual editing, copy editing, and proof reading.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills in working with a variety of people.
• Capacity to write and synthesize materials and communicate information in a manner easily understood.    
• Work within Hoover media and government relations team to build a network of key contacts.

Certifications and Licenses:

• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sitting.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May require working flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Ability to travel.
• Valid passport for international travel.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients as well as with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The expected pay range for this position is $141,000 to $187,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You
 
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.