Director of Federal Affairs
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Parents Defending Education has retained the recruiting firm Big Fish on this search.
Please reach out to Angel FimbresBarcelo at with any questions or to refer a candidate.
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Title: Director of Federal Affairs
Location: Washington D.C. (Remotefriendly but must be available for inperson meetings and events in the D.C. area)
Parents Defending Education (PDE) is hiring a Director of Federal Affairs to lead its engagement with Congress and the federal government. This is a missioncritical role for someone who thrives in policy believes in parental rights and wants to shape the future of K12 education at the national level.
The Director of Federal Affairs will drive PDEs outreach to Congress the Department of Education and key federal stakeholderstranslating the organizations priorities into meaningful conversations strategic relationships and where appropriate legislative solutions. This person will work across both PDE 501c3 and PDE Action 501c4 and will be a key architect in how the organization communicates its work in Washington.
Were looking for someone who knows the Hill understands the stakes in K12 education and can move from policy brief to power meeting without breaking stride.
What Youll Do:
Develop and execute a smart proactive outreach strategy to Congress and federal agencies
Build and maintain highvalue relationships with education staffers administration officials and coalition partners
Lead federal events briefings and meetings that showcase PDEs work and mission
Draft compelling statements letters quotes and policy documents that drive our message home
Propose and advance legislative ideas and frameworks aligned with PDEs goals
Manage the political director and contribute to PDEs longterm strategic planning
Stay ahead of federal education policy changes and translate them into clear actionable guidance for PDE and its parent network
Work with researchers and attorneys to craft model policies
Represent PDE in media as needed
What You Bring:
34 years of experience in a congressional office federal agency or relevant government relations role
A strong grasp of K12 education policy and the challenges parents and students face
Excellent written and verbal communication skillscomfortable in both a staff briefing and a national oped
Organizational chops and attention to detail (you follow through without fail)
A selfstarter mentalitysomeone who can drive their own priorities and also support the broader mission
Comfort working across 501c3 and 501c4 spaces
This role is perfect for someone who sees education as a cornerstone issue for our country and wants to be part of a growing missiondriven team fighting to make sure schools work for studentsnot systems.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Remote
