Managing Director, Government Relations
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Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 161999 - 175000
Posted on:
8 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Roosevelts Work
The Roosevelt Institute takes on todays greatest public policy challenges by advancing bold cutting-edge research and policy ideas. We believe that the future of the American economy and our democracy depends on a new way of thinking about markets and governmentand have successfully engaged with policymakers and the media to inform and shape public debate. Too few people hold too much economic and political power today and we know that a stronger society is possible if we rectify this imbalance between private actors and the public. With a commitment to restructuring markets transforming corporations reviving democratic institutions and reimagining the role of government our work moves our nation toward a more resilient equitable and green future. The Roosevelt Institute is a think tank a student network and the nonprofit partner to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum that together are learning from the past and working to redefine our collective future. Focusing on corporate and public power labor and wages and the economics of race and gender inequality the Roosevelt Institute unifies experts invests in young leaders and advances progressive policies that bring the legacy of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt into the 21st century.
What Youll Do
The Managing Director of Government Relations will lead Roosevelt Institutes engagement withfederal policymakers with a primary focus on Congress and a select set of state and localleaders. This role is responsible for developing and executing a forward-looking government relationsstrategy that ensures Roosevelts ideas meaningfully shape legislative debates policymaker thinkingand long-term economic closely with senior leadership and policy directors the Managing Director will translateRoosevelts research programs and long-term strategy into proactive congressional Managing Director will position Roosevelt not only as an influential voice in shaping governingagendas but also as a trusted go-to think tank relied upon by Members of Congress andcommittees for smart creative and rigorous policy expertise.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Strategy & Leadership
Develop and execute a comprehensive federal government relations strategy with a primary focus on Congress and select state/local engagement aligned with Roosevelts strategic priorities
Identify priority committees Members caucuses and key legislative moments where Roosevelt can shape debate and outcomes
Design innovative approaches to congressional engagement expanding alliances cultivating emerging leaders and building new pathways to socialize ideas and foster dialogue
Establish clear goals and metrics for policy influence relationship-building and institutional positioning
Policymaker Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with Members of Congress committee staff and select state and local elected officials
Position Roosevelt as a trusted policy resource proactively offering background briefings policy ideas hearing support and one-on-one engagement with Members
Ensure Roosevelt experts are visible accessible and relied upon in legislative conversations hearings and policy development
Translate Roosevelt research into clear actionable policy guidance tailored to diverse congressional audiences
Staff organizational principals and senior fellows for high-impact policymaker engagements
Political & External Interface
Interface appropriately with federal political stakeholders including political committees and allied political infrastructure within applicable compliance boundaries
Monitor political dynamics that affect policy windows and advise leadership on strategic engagement opportunities
Identify and cultivate relationships with rising political leaders and influential policy leaders
Internal Coordination & Campaign Alignment
Coordinate closely with policy teams to align government engagement with Roosevelts research agenda and campaign priorities
Partner with Communications Partnerships and Roosevelt Forward (c4) leadership to ensure aligned strategy within appropriate compliance guidelines
Support fellows and policy directors in developing engagement strategies that increase the uptake and visibility of their work
Keep leadership apprised of congressional developments and recommend strategicinterventions
Operations & Team Management
Oversee CRM systems and institutional tracking of government relationships
Manage and mentor a small government relations team
Ensure compliance with all applicable c3/c4 advocacy and lobbying requirements
What Youll Have
Bachelors degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred
10 years of experience working with Congress in legislative leadership roles or in high-level policy advocacy
Deep understanding of federal legislative processes and congressional operations
Demonstrated ability to translate complex policy ideas into actionable legislative strategy
A track record of innovative policymaker engagement and coalition-building
Strong political judgment and comfort operating in high-stakes complex environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including briefing memos and executive-level materials
Experience managing staff and cross-functional initiatives
Commitment to Roosevelts values and goals of building a more just inclusive and equitableeconomy
Additional Details
The salary for this position is $161999 - $175000 plus benefits. This is a hybrid role based inWashington DC.
The application deadline isThursday April 30 2026.
The Roosevelt Institute provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation national origin ancestry age mental or physical disability pregnancy alienage or citizenship status marital status or domestic partner status genetic information genetic predisposition or carrier status gender identity HIV status military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions including but not limited to recruitment hiring compensation training and apprenticeship promotion upgrading demotion downgrading transfer lay-off and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.
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Roosevelt Institute is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
*To apply, please submit both a resume and cover letter. This role is onsite/hybrid and will include occasional travel to Roosevelt's Washington, DC,...
