Tulane University
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Tulane University, Louisiana, Missouri, United States, 63353
Office of Government & Community Relations
Location: New Orleans, LA
Serves as Tulane University’s lead representative and advocate on federal issues, advancing the university’s legislative, regulatory, and funding priorities in Washington, D.C. Reporting to the Vice President for Government and Community Relations, the Senior Specialist builds and strengthens relationships with members of Congress, federal agencies, and national associations to ensure Tulane’s interests are effectively represented. The position develops and implements comprehensive federal engagement strategies, advises senior university leadership on policy developments and emerging opportunities, and coordinates advocacy efforts that support Tulane’s research, academic, and institutional goals. The position also manages the university’s federal consultants and external government relations resources, ensuring their work aligns with institutional strategies and delivers measurable value. This role requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and discretion in managing high‑level interactions and sensitive policy matters, with regular travel to Washington, D.C. and occasional evening or weekend work.
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 federal policy makers and elected officials in the Executive and Legislative branches of the federal government with Louisiana ties.
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 to Washington, D.C. as needed.
Familiarity with higher education systems and issues.
High degree of discretion and level of ethical standards.
Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is required.
5+ years of experience working in or around the federal government with demonstrated knowledge of the legislative and executive branches and an understanding of public policy processes.
Demonstrated understanding of the higher education and research environment, including issues related to federal funding, regulation, and institutional operations.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree.
Specific experience working with federal officials with ties to Louisiana.
Commitment to the values of higher education and institutional neutrality.
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. Please note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID‑19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots. Click “Apply Now” to apply for this job.
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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Location: New Orleans, LA
Serves as Tulane University’s lead representative and advocate on federal issues, advancing the university’s legislative, regulatory, and funding priorities in Washington, D.C. Reporting to the Vice President for Government and Community Relations, the Senior Specialist builds and strengthens relationships with members of Congress, federal agencies, and national associations to ensure Tulane’s interests are effectively represented. The position develops and implements comprehensive federal engagement strategies, advises senior university leadership on policy developments and emerging opportunities, and coordinates advocacy efforts that support Tulane’s research, academic, and institutional goals. The position also manages the university’s federal consultants and external government relations resources, ensuring their work aligns with institutional strategies and delivers measurable value. This role requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and discretion in managing high‑level interactions and sensitive policy matters, with regular travel to Washington, D.C. and occasional evening or weekend work.
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 federal policy makers and elected officials in the Executive and Legislative branches of the federal government with Louisiana ties.
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 to Washington, D.C. as needed.
Familiarity with higher education systems and issues.
High degree of discretion and level of ethical standards.
Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is required.
5+ years of experience working in or around the federal government with demonstrated knowledge of the legislative and executive branches and an understanding of public policy processes.
Demonstrated understanding of the higher education and research environment, including issues related to federal funding, regulation, and institutional operations.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree.
Specific experience working with federal officials with ties to Louisiana.
Commitment to the values of higher education and institutional neutrality.
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. Please note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID‑19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots. Click “Apply Now” to apply for this job.
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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