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Director of Government Relations Job at University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research Washington, DC

Job Information

  • Date Posted
    2025-08-20
  • Location
    Washington, DC
  • Job Title
    Director of Government Relations
  • Gender
    Both
UCAR is excited to announce the job opening for the role of Director of Government Relations. This position is responsible for the implementation of UCAR goals through cultivating productive relationships with federal, state, and local government entities and aligning outreach to promote NCAR/UCAR's) mission and strategic priorities.

This position is the primary organization contact and internal advisor for legislative and public policy matters; is UCAR’s liaison to and fosters relationships with key members of government and Earth system science affiliate groups to promote NCAR/UCAR and its university member interests; ensures appropriate NCAR/UCAR participation in government forums; works with policymakers, leaders of government and affiliate industry councils and lobbyists to influence public policy, monitor government initiatives and advocate for specific plans to advance NCAR/UCAR’s interests in Earth system science.
Where You Will Work:
The Office of Government Relations sits within the Office of the President. This office is responsible for a range of activities, including highlighting the value of our science for policy issues, helping NCAR scientists engage in the policy process, and more.
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Job Location: Option of Washington D.C or Boulder, CO
Job Location Type: Hybrid (Combination of Remote and Onsite presence), with the expectation that up to 25% travel may be required to conduct in-person activities.
Position Type & Term: Full-Time, Regular

Hiring Range: $190,000 - $225,000
*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.*
Application Notes:
Hiring Process Timeline: In hopes of providing a clear and well-informed process, below is a prospective overview of the timeline :
  • Application Deadline: Monday, February 13, 2023
  • Hiring Committee Applicant Review: February 13-17, 202
  • Interviews: February 12-24, 2023
  • Verbal Offer Extend: February 27-March 2, 2023
Required application materials:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • An Inclusion statement may be required for applicants advancing to an in-person or video interview. When applicable, candidates will be notified with instructions.
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Work Authorization: US Residency is a Requirement. You must reside in the U.S. for this position. [Choose appropriate option: UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa (e.g., J-1, H-1B, etc.) for this position. U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or another protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) is required for this position.] Please see “Final Considerations” for more information at the bottom
  • International remote work is only available for 20 days per calendar year
  • Relocation Assistance: [identify the appropriate option: Relocation assistance is available for this position OR Relocation assistance is not available for this position.]
  • Pre-employment screenings are conducted for selected candidates; background checks are also conducted for risk-based positions.
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Benefits Overview ( not including internship or casual roles)
UCAR affirms its commitment to employees through
competitive benefits
. In addition to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance, UCAR offers a variety of programs focused on work-life balance and professional and personal development. These include:
  • Tuition Assistance, time off allowance to attend classes, and other professional development opportunities
  • UCAR contributes 10% of your pay into your retirement account; 100% fully vested on day one
  • Starting minimum accrual of 32 days of personal time off each year (prorated for less than full-time positions)
  • 10 paid holidays
  • 10 days of sick leave each year
  • 14 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Short-term medical leave paid at 100% of your regular salary
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our organization is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. To learn more about these efforts, visit the
Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan
and our
Diversity & Inclusion: A Welcoming Workplace
site.
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ABOUT THE ROLE & ITS IMPACT AT UCAR
The Director of Government Relations reports to the UCAR President and coordinates closely with UCAR’s external advisory groups, board of trustees, and member universities. This position directs the work of UCAR’s advocacy consultants and will lead collaborative government relations efforts involving those consultants and NCAR and UCAR Community Programs (UCP) leadership. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
PROGRAM OVERSIGHT
  • Develop, manage, and implement organizational strategy for representing NCAR/UCAR’s interests policypolicymakers
  • Develop, manage, implement, and articulate the organization’s priorities, vision, and strategic direction through a comprehensive annual advocacy plan.
  • Ensure alignment of the organization's government relations efforts to NCAR strategic and implementation plans as well as UCAR Community Programs’ strategic priorities.
  • Provide UCAR leadership with timely information on the political landscape so as to enable strategic decision making.
  • Provide regular reporting of federal budget, policy development, legislative and leadership information that could affect the Earth system science community.
  • Lead advocacy and legislative campaigns and other federal policy initiatives that advance UCAR’s/NCAR’s organizational imperatives and the priorities of the Earth system sciences community in Washington D.C.
  • Provide essential communication of federal budget, policy, legislative, and leadership news; policy event information; and other federal government information critical to the future of the organization and the Earth system science community.
  • Manage, organize, implement, major legislative and policy advocacy campaigns on behalf of UCAR/NCAR and the community.
  • Supervise the efforts of Government Relations Manager and other support staff as required.
  • Oversee and/or mentor up to two Public Policy Fellows.
STRATEGY AND COMMUNICATION
  • Communicate NCAR/UCAR’s strategic goals to Congress and other federal science partners.
  • Communicate particular science research and programmatic support activities performed by UCAR/NCAR and its university members.
  • Develop and communicate UCAR/NCAR’s institutional understanding of the political and policy environment
  • Draft oral and written testimony and provide training for scientists and UCAR representatives giving testimony before Congress or other agencies.
  • Organize staff congressional visits for UCAR/member university staff
  • Provide timely, targeted, and continuous communication of UCAR/NCAR/UCP and the university community’s priorities and positions to policy and decision makers across the federal government (e.g. weekly targeted lobbying, Board of Trustees visits to federal officials, UCAR/NCAR leadership visits to federal officials, Congressional Visits Days).
  • Provide policy oriented education, communications training, and other opportunities for UCAR/NCAR scientific leadership and other Earth system scientists to be effectively engaged with the policy making process.
  • Accompany scientific leadership of UCAR/NCAR on official visits to federal, state and local government officials.
  • Organize and direct annual briefings on cutting edge UCAR/NCAR scientific research to policymakers in Washington, D.C.
RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key federal and state legislators, policy makers, trade organizations, and science agencies to increase UCAR’s presence in Washington D.C. (showcase UCAR/NCAR/UCAR Community Programs science and scientific research support)
  • Lead strategically targeted advocacy and relationship building within the federal budget process to develop, secure, and grow major sources of federal funding for UCAR/NCAR and the university research community (e.g. NSF, NOAA, OMB, Congressional appropriators).
  • Gather insight and information from federal agencies to facilitate strategic decision making and advocacy for UCAR/NCAR and the community.
  • Seek opportunities to introduce and elevate Earth system scientists to positions of policy and political influence (e.g. nominations to important boards and commissions).
  • Participate in general science education and community advocacy targeted towards federal and local decision makers thereby raising the profile of UCAR/NCAR within the Earth system science community and beyond (Congressional briefings, Climate Science Day on the Hill, Weather Day on the Hill).
  • Participate on behalf of UCAR in advocacy coalitions with community partners sharing a common strategy, including member universities, science associations, science advocacy organizations, local, state and regional governing organizations., private weather, water and climate businesses, Non-governmental organizations.
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WHO WE’D LOVE TO JOIN OUR TEAM
Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:
Education & Experience
  • Master’s degree in business, public policy, or public administration or related field.
  • At least ten years of experience working with legislators and policy makers and the knowledge of the Earth system science community or equivalent combination of education and experience (Background in science is preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Expert knowledge of science and technology policy in the Washington, D.C. environment.
  • Advanced skill in working with congress and federal agencies.
  • Advanced skill in working with private and public officials at local, state, national and international levels.
  • Advanced skill in communicating scientific concepts and ideas to a non-scientific audience.
  • Proven ability to communicate priorities clearly and effectively to a wide variety of stakeholders, both internal and external.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in an organization committed to respect for diversity and inclusion and the ability to model and champion those values among staff.
  • Excellent people management skills including mentoring, leading complex project teams.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to motivate a team and work in a highly collaborative environment.
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SOME FINAL CONSIDERATIONS
Flexible Work
At UCAR, we are committed to supporting our mission by giving staff the flexibility to find the schedule and location that works best to maintain their own work-life circumstances and reach their full potential as professionals. Many positions within our organization are eligible for fully on-site, hybrid, fully-remote and/or flexible work schedules.
Employee Well-Being & Vaccines
In support of the health of our employees and their families, as well as visitors and the community, all UCAR employees are required to comply with UCAR’s COVID-19 vaccination policy, which requires staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject only to legally required accommodations implemented by HR, prior to their start date.
Equal Opportunity Employer
UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at UCAR.
Export Control
This position is subject to work location requirements for obtaining access to facilities and research systems. These requirements may include a combination of national security checks, credit checks, fingerprinting, or other security clearance requirements. This position is open to U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders.
Visa Wait Times
Please consider the length of visa procurement when applying for this posting, understanding that you will not be able to begin employment until you are able to get a visa and enter the U.S.
Risk-based Position
Pre-employment screenings and background checks are conducted in conjunction with an offer for employment into risk-based positions. This screening may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: restricted parties screening, employment verification, education verification, reference checks, verification of professional licenses, certifications, and Motor Vehicle Records. Risk-based positions require pre-employment screening, a criminal background check, and Sex Offender Registry screening (for positions working with vulnerable populations). UCAR complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.
Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.



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