Director, Legislative Outreach

Position Summary

This position leads legislative outreach and engagement on standards and technology policy issues. The role monitors federal and state legislative activity affecting standards, provides timely analysis and status updates, and supports the planning and execution of congressional education and outreach programs. The incumbent will build and maintain relationships with key federal and state policy stakeholders, including organizations such as the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) and the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS). The position also develops strategic messaging and high-impact programs that demonstrate the value of standards in advancing public health, safety, security, innovation, and U.S. economic competitiveness.

Essential Functions

• Monitor and analyze standards- and technology-related legislation, hearings, and policy developments in Congress, and provide regular updates to leadership.

• Identify opportunities, venues, and stakeholders for congressional outreach and educational programs that highlight the role of standards in addressing national priorities.

• Develop briefing materials, policy communications, and educational resources that increase legislative awareness of the benefits of standards to public health, safety, security, and economic competitiveness.

• Build and maintain relationships with state legislative organizations and policymakers to promote understanding of standards and standardization activities.

• Interface with other ANSI staff to acquire knowledge about various ANSI programs and services and coordinate messaging. 

Information Security Responsibilities

• Attend/complete assigned information security training by the designated completion date.

• Read and adhere to published ISMS policies and procedures.

• Report timely any observed violations of ISMS policy - or known encroachments on information security - to your department leader and/or the Information Technology Department.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree preferred; focus on economics, business, public policy, engineering, science or related field a plus

• A minimum of ten years’ experience, preferably at a nonprofit organization, public interest group, Congressional office or government agency

Other Qualifications

• Communications coursework a plus

• Further relevant education a plus

• Familiarity with the standards community and U.S. system

• Thorough knowledge of technology issues

• Working knowledge of the legislative process and Congressional operations generally

• Strong networking skills

• Strong interpersonal, social media, verbal communication, and writing skills

• Team player with ability to interact with all levels of the organization

• A commitment to public service and the protection of others

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet

Starting compensation will be in the $133,400 to $150,900 range, depending on education, experience, and other qualifications.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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