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Job description
Reports to: Executive Vice President, External Relations and Programs
Staff reporting to this position : K-12 Education Policy team
Department: Education
Position classification: Exempt, full-time; Nonunion – level 9
Compensation range: $140,000–$168,000 per annum
Work site: On-site (Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress is seeking a Vice President of K-12 Education Policy to work toward generating pragmatic and progressive new policy ideas advancing K-12 education reform in the United States. Broadly, American Progress’ education policy work focuses on several priority areas, such as promoting college- and career-ready standards and assessments; recruiting, supporting, and retaining effective teachers and principals; improving fiscal equity; and exploring school improvement strategies, including expanded learning time and community schools, for high-poverty schools. The Vice President of K-12 Education Policy will lead a dynamic team to assist in deepening the organization’s education policy work.
Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day management of the K-12 Education Policy team, which currently includes senior fellows, directors, research staff, and assistants.
Develop new K-12 education policy ideas.
Advance the K-12 Education Policy team’s mission by raising funds and cultivating donor relationships.
Work with policy teams—along with executive and other senior American Progress officials—to set the strategic direction of the K-12 Education Policy team.
Maintain relationships between the K-12 Education Policy team and other American Progress teams, including the Executive, Government Affairs, Communications, Development, and Administrative teams.
Represent and promote American Progress’ K-12 Education Policy team with policy decision-makers, the public, media, and other outside groups and individuals as necessary.
Assist team members in crafting and timing policy reports and rapid-response documents that maintain relevance to the education policy debate.
Keep American Progress staff updated on news and events related to education policy debates in Congress and the administration; respond to requests for information from executive and other senior staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Master’s degree or equivalent in training and experience.
At least 10 years of professional experience in education policy or other relevant field.
Experience managing a team and fundraising.
Demonstrated excellence in research, writing, communication, and analysis.
Demonstrated detailed knowledge and understanding of K-12 education policy, including federal education programs.
Demonstrated ability to develop new policy ideas that promote educational opportunity and equity.
Comfort with working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on a team.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
Who can apply
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