Jobs
>
Washington, D.C.

    Senior Vice President of Government and Public Affairs - Washington DC, United States - American Dental Association

    American Dental Association
    American Dental Association Washington DC, United States

    2 weeks ago

    Default job background
    Description
    Who We Are: It all starts with purpose. We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture. With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here will definitely have you smiling The ADA's headquarters is located just steps from Chicago's Magnificent Mile and close to public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington D.C., and Maryland area. We were named a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in 2019 and 2021 Come join our team Job Responsibilities: The primary roles of the Senior Vice President Government Affairs of the Association's Washington, DC office are lobbying activity, setting legislative agendas, holding staff accountable for performance metrics, leading the strategic plan in the area of legislative advocacy in collaboration with volunteer agencies and Association leadership and staff, managing the implementation of those strategies and operations, and to serve as a member of the Senior Leadership team; specifically, the Public/Profession Portfolio. Lead the team on decisions and complex problems, as well as creating, communicating and reinforcing organizational clarity and focus throughout the organization, determining organizational priorities and driving accountability for results. This position requires a keen understanding of how to build staff and volunteer teams and external coalitions to develop and support solutions to complex problems that serve both dentists and the American public. This position also must create a real, trusting partnership among & between staff, volunteers and dental societies, and provide leadership to define what constitutes successful advocacy and then help the Association achieve that success. The individual in this position must be able to juggle and balance the diverse interests at stake, lead knowledge-based discussions on key issues, inspire and calm constituencies, share ownership of jointly discovered solutions with volunteers and staff, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders throughout the dental profession. This is a high-profile position representing the organization with government and key officials. This position also leads and manages a staff of approximately 30 professionals in two locations (DC and Chicago). THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN WASHINGTON, DC. Must Have:
    • Bachelor's degree in a related field
    • Minimum of 15 years management experience in legislative or administrative branch of government or similar work experience in the private sector, inlcuding exeprience developing coalitions
    • Knowledge of developing or implementing strategic and/or advocacy plans and measurable outcomes for those plans
    • Leadership roles in developing organizational structures that are compliment with strategic/advocacy plans
    • Knowledge of legislative and other processes of government, and how policy decisions are made in organizational setting
    • Excellent written and oral communication & analytical skills
    • Highly skilled strategist
    • Demonstrated skills in leading teams and collaborative processes
    • Proven leadership skills & qualities
    • An ability to set context and frame important issues
    • Ability and willingness to share decision making with a group
    • Oversee product development/due diligence processes
    • facilitate complex decision making processes and to identify, analyze & synthesize data
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
    • Some evening/weekend work
    • Frequent travel to ADA headquarters in Chicago, and regular travel elsewhere for meetings and presentations
    Nice to Have:
    • DDS
    • Knowledge of dental profession
    • Association management experience
    • Communications and/or public relations experiences
    Just a few of the benefits offered to employees:
    • Promotes Work/Life Balance
    • Hybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home)
    • Health insurance/ dental reimbursement plan
    • Ample Paid time off
    • 401(k)
    • Pension
    • Flexible Spending Account
    • Life insurance
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Pet Insurance
    • Student Loan Refinance
    • 2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice
    The American Dental Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The American Dental Association is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)
    #J-18808-Ljbffr
  • RH Strategic

    Public Affairs Strategist

    4 days ago

    RH Strategic Washington, United States

    RH Strategic is seeking a public affairs senior strategist to join its team in Washington, D.C. · Our clients are Fortune 500 brands and well-funded start-ups with an exciting vision for the future. Our team of nearly 40 communications professionals connects these innovators with ...

  • US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 week ago

    US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · This position is located under the Office of Public and Governmental Affairs, Public Affairs Branch in Washington, District of Columbia. · The primary purpose of this position is to support the Public Affairs Division and its mission to execute communications strate ...

  • US Headquarters, NASA

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 day ago

    US Headquarters, NASA Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · As a Public Affairs Specialist at the GS grade level, some of your typical work assignments may include, but are not limited to the following: · - Serves as the expert authority on developing strategic national campaigns and public engagements to convey complex info ...

  • Tech-Marine Business, Inc.

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 week ago

    Tech-Marine Business, Inc. Washington, United States

    Overview: · **_ COMMITMENT. EXCELLENCE. INTEGRITY._** · **_ · Our Mission Statement_** · - TMB will strive to be the best Employee-Owned Business contributing to our National Defense._ · - We are committed to providing meaningful work, fair compensation, benefits that support a w ...

  • US Peace Corps

    Public Affairs Specialist

    6 days ago

    US Peace Corps Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · The Public Affairs Specialist performs the following major duties: · - Public Affairs Program Planning and Evaluation · - Communications, Liaison and Information Dissemination · - Marketing, Publicity, Promotional and Instructional Matterials · - VIP Visit Coordinat ...

  • Dentons Global Advisors

    Associate - Public Affairs

    1 week ago

    Dentons Global Advisors Washington, United States

    **Location** · Washington, DC (hybrid, with a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office) · **Responsibilities** · - Work directly with and learn from a group of senior experts within a flat organizational structure · - Be part of a core team focused on advising companies a ...

  • US Federal Maritime Commission

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 week ago

    US Federal Maritime Commission Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · **As a Public Affairs Specialist you will**: · - Assist in organizing and coordinating news media interviews and logistics for speaking engagements for the Chair and other Commission staff. · - Draft and edit briefings, informational materials, talking points, and o ...

  • US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 week ago

    US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · As a Public Affairs Specialist, you will: · - This position is term. As such, the incumbent will be responsible for projects that have a defined end date. These projects may include but are not limited to: Designing and executing proactive communications plans for a ...

  • US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 week ago

    US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · As a Public Affairs Specialist, you will: · **-**Develop, research, and provide written material on CFPB actions, policies and positions for a wide range of audiences. Ensure each presentation is tailored to both presenter and audience. · - Work with senior CFPB off ...

  • US National Institute of Standards and Technology

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 day ago

    US National Institute of Standards and Technology Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · In this role, you will: · - Develop and implement web content and social media strategies across all CHIPS digital channels to engage stakeholders and communicate program information. · - Analyze characteristics of diverse target audiences and usage patterns across ...

  • Ascendant

    Public Affairs Analyst

    1 week ago

    Ascendant Arlington, United States

    This position is based in Arlington, VA and is metro accessible (Rosslyn). Hybrid telework options are available, with two (2) days per week in office / up to three (3) days per week telework. · **Qualifications** · - 1-3 years professional experience in public outreach, congress ...

  • DCG Communications

    Army Public Affairs

    5 days ago

    DCG Communications Arlington, United States

    DCG Communications is currently seeking a Project Manager (PMP certified) to join our team onsite at the Pentagon, providing direct communications support to the U.S. Army Office of the Chief of Public Affairs (OCPA). In this senior role, you will lead a dynamic team comprised of ...

  • Cohere

    Public Policy and Regulatory Affairs

    2 days ago

    Cohere Washington, United States

    **Who are we?** · - Our mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity. We're training and deploying frontier models for developers and enterprises who are building AI systems to power magical experiences like content generation, semantic search, RAG, and agents. We believe t ...

  • US Office of the Secretary of Defense

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 week ago

    US Office of the Secretary of Defense Arlington, United States

    **Duties**: · Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: · - **Developing and coordinating high-level and high-impact, cross-organizational and cross-DoD communication planning to align capabilities, messaging and actions to achieve desired outcomes in support ...

  • US Peace Corps

    Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist

    1 week ago

    US Peace Corps Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · The SUPERVISORY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST performs the following major duties: · - Supervisory and/or Managerial Responsibilities · - Program Planning and Management Work · - Training Development and Implementation · - Materials Development · - Liasion Activites · * ...

  • Arlington County, VA

    Communications and Public Affairs Manager

    1 week ago

    Arlington County, VA Arlington, United States

    **Position Information**: · The Department of Public Safety Communications and Emergency Management (DPSCEM) is seeking a skilled and creative communications leader to join our team The Communications and Public Affairs Manager oversees communications, community engagement, volun ...

  • Vox Optima, LLC

    Public Affairs Specialist

    1 week ago

    Vox Optima, LLC Washington, DC, United States

    Public Affairs Specialist (Media Relations) · Location: Washington, DC · Years of Experience: 5+ · Degree: BA/BS in Communications, English, Public Relations or related field · Clearance: SECRET We need motivated candidates with communications project management, writing and edit ...

  • LSG

    Manager, Public Affairs

    1 week ago

    LSG Washington, United States

    LSG, an impact agency specializing in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs, is seeking a manager to join our team in Washington, D.C. Managers play a key role in supporting our clients' communications and public affairs needs and are detail-oriented ...

  • RH Strategic

    Public Affairs Strategist

    3 days ago

    RH Strategic Washington, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionSalary: · RH Strategic is seeking a public affairs senior strategist to join its team in Washington, D.C. · This role is ideal for professionals who are experienced working at the intersection of policy and communications within the D.C. market, ...

  • Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services

    Public Affairs Specialist

    3 days ago

    Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services Washington, United States

    Summary · This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. Duties · WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY · As a Public Affairs Specialist (Graphic Designer), you wil ...