Tulane University
State Government Relations Director >>>
Tulane University, Louisiana, Missouri, United States, 63353
Summary
Serves as Tulane University’s lead representative and advocate on issues before the Louisiana Legislature and state government. Reporting to the Vice President for Government and Community Relations, the position builds and strengthens relationships with members of the Louisiana Legislature, the Governor’s Office, the Board of Regents, and key state agencies to ensure Tulane’s priorities are effectively represented.
The position develops and implements comprehensive state engagement strategies, advises senior university leadership on policy and budget developments, and coordinates advocacy efforts that support Tulane’s academic, research, and institutional goals. It also manages the university’s state consultants and external government relations resources, ensuring their work aligns with institutional strategies and delivers measurable value.
Regular travel to Baton Rouge and occasional evening or weekend work are required, particularly during the legislative session.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with strong attention to detail (writing samples required).
Strong relationships with current and former Louisiana policymakers and elected officials in the legislative and executive branches.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with elected officials, policy makers, and opinion leaders.
Strategic thinker with strengths in problem‐solving, consensus building, and working quickly, accurately, and independently under tight deadlines.
Proactive, positive, and intellectually curious, with the ability to build trust and cultivate broad professional networks.
Ability to travel frequently to Baton Rouge and spend significant time there during the legislative session.
Familiarity with higher education systems and issues.
High degree of discretion and ethical standards.
Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in political science, public policy, public administration, law, communications, or a related field.
5+ years of experience working in or around Louisiana state government with demonstrated knowledge of the legislative and executive branches and an understanding of state policy and budget processes.
Commitment to the mission and values of education and institutional neutrality.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree.
Specific experience working with Louisiana’s legislative delegation, Governor’s Office, and state agencies.
Compensation Information This position is classified as "exempt, salaried" and is assigned to pay grade 28. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well‑being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply This position will close on the date it is filled. Click "Apply Now" to apply for this job.
Equal Opportunity Employer Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.
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The position develops and implements comprehensive state engagement strategies, advises senior university leadership on policy and budget developments, and coordinates advocacy efforts that support Tulane’s academic, research, and institutional goals. It also manages the university’s state consultants and external government relations resources, ensuring their work aligns with institutional strategies and delivers measurable value.
Regular travel to Baton Rouge and occasional evening or weekend work are required, particularly during the legislative session.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with strong attention to detail (writing samples required).
Strong relationships with current and former Louisiana policymakers and elected officials in the legislative and executive branches.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with elected officials, policy makers, and opinion leaders.
Strategic thinker with strengths in problem‐solving, consensus building, and working quickly, accurately, and independently under tight deadlines.
Proactive, positive, and intellectually curious, with the ability to build trust and cultivate broad professional networks.
Ability to travel frequently to Baton Rouge and spend significant time there during the legislative session.
Familiarity with higher education systems and issues.
High degree of discretion and ethical standards.
Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in political science, public policy, public administration, law, communications, or a related field.
5+ years of experience working in or around Louisiana state government with demonstrated knowledge of the legislative and executive branches and an understanding of state policy and budget processes.
Commitment to the mission and values of education and institutional neutrality.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree.
Specific experience working with Louisiana’s legislative delegation, Governor’s Office, and state agencies.
Compensation Information This position is classified as "exempt, salaried" and is assigned to pay grade 28. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well‑being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply This position will close on the date it is filled. Click "Apply Now" to apply for this job.
Equal Opportunity Employer Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.
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