Senior Director, Federal Relations (Based in Washington DC)

University of Notre Dame, United States

Updated: 5 days ago
Location: Notre Dame, INDIANA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 11 Jun 2024

Position Information


Job Title Senior Director, Federal Relations (Based in Washington DC)
Job Description
Supporting Notre Dame’s Office of Federal & Washington Relations, the Senior Director for Federal Relations represents the University in our nation’s capital and leads relationship-building and strategic engagements with senior level policy officials, decision-makers and thought leaders in Washington, DC. In addition, the Senior Director assists faculty members and researchers in identifying and acquiring federal research funding as well as informing federal policy and regulations. The Senior Director also provides senior level, subject matter expertise in higher education policy and regulatory matters, working with University leadership to advance Notre Dame’s mission and strategic priorities.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Lead the planning and execution of priority University events with DC stakeholders
  • Serve as a senior representative and liaison between the University and federal government entities, supporting strategic relationships with all relevant aspects of the federal government, as well as key stakeholders and thought leaders in Washington, DC
  • Provide senior level, strategic counsel and analysis on federal policy and regulatory matters relevant to the University
  • Represent the University with appropriate trade associations, industry groups and other higher education forums on issues of importance to Notre Dame
  • Support the University’s strategic communications efforts in Washington, to include advising on content, messages, and objectives


If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for higher education and a proven track record in federal relations, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in advancing the mission and strategic priorities of Notre Dame in Washington, DC. Apply today and be a part of our dynamic team!
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 7+ years of relevant work experience
  • Must be a seasoned, team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must have the ability to work effectively and comfortably with senior internal and external constituents, maintaining the confidentiality of very sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications
Higher Education Experience Preferred
Special Instructions to Applicants
Department Federal Relations (10135)
Department Website https://federalrelations.nd.edu/
Family / Sub-Family External Relations / Government Relations
Career Stream/Level M 3 Director
Department Hiring Pay Range Up to $220,000
Pay ID Semi-Monthly
FLSA Status S1 - FT Exempt
Job Category Administrator/Professional
Job Type Full-time
Schedule: Days of Week & Hours
Schedule: Hours/Week
Schedule: # of months


Posting Detail Information


Job Posting Date (Campus) 05/20/2024
Job Posting Date (Public) 05/20/2024
Job Closing Date 06/11/2024
Posting Type
Posting Number S24985
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/34563

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