Assistant Director of Policy

• →Education and Experience: Candidates must meet one of the following:
• →Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field; master’s degree or other graduate degree preferred; or
• →At least three to five (3–5) years of supervisory experience and five to seven (5–7) years of work-related experience in policy analysis, including issue development in a political context; or
• →A combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined below.
• →Ability to develop creative policy solutions that address working people’s needs and support SEIU’s union organizing priorities.
• →Ability to research and analyze policy, monitor relevant policy and industry developments, and prepare or review clear, accurate analysis, testimony, correspondence, and other policy materials.
• →Working understanding of federal politics and legislative and regulatory processes, including the ability to assess policy proposals in their political context.
• →Experience managing professional staff and coordinating policy work across teams and external partners.
• →Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, including presenting policy positions to varied audiences.
• →Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• →Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures and resolve disagreements while maintaining productive relationships.
• →Proficiency with computer applications and software used for policy research and analysis.
• →Knowledge of public sector employment policy at the federal, state, or local level, or policy affecting private sector service and care industries preferred.
• →Knowledge of unions, the labor movement, and other advocacy organizations preferred.
• →Experience developing strategy and leading complex national campaigns involving multiple departments, disciplines, and external partners preferred.
• →Legislative drafting experience preferred.
• →Experience developing and conducting trainings preferred.

WORK LOCATION EXPECTATIONS: Candidates based in the Washington, DC or New York City areas will be required to work on a hybrid basis from the corresponding SEIU office location, including regular weekly in-office attendance and designated in-office days.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is generally performed in an office setting, but may be required to work in other settings conducive to performing the work required to complete the assignment, such as field assignments. Must be available for frequent travel with overnight stays and able to work long and irregular hours.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: SEIU offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our values as a labor organization and our commitment to the well-being and long-term security of our staff. Benefits include:

• →A comprehensive, employer-sponsored health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• →A defined benefit pension plan 
• →Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• →Additional benefits consistent with a mission-driven workplace

SEIU believes that workers deserve dignity, stability, and the ability to plan for their futures, and our benefits are designed to support that belief.