Associate Government Relations Director 997864

Associate Government Relations Director

Xavier University is seeking applications for the position of Associate Government Relations Director. The Associate Government Relations Director directs Xavier's Pre-Law academic program while working closely with the Government Relations Director to provide monitoring and analysis on local, state, and federal policy related to higher education.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Provide Strategic Direction and Experiential Support for Xavier's Pre-Law Minor Program including advising and supporting students, promoting program growth; coordinating high impact experiential pre-law opportunities; in-class instruction for Introduction to Law; coordinating LSAT preparation course; convening pre-law advisory group; assisting in curriculum assessment and updates; and providing budgetary oversight of the program.
• Analysis, Monitoring and Engagement in Government Relations including monitoring local, state, and national policies related to higher education; providing oral and written summaries and analysis of policy, legislation, and funding issues & opportunities; and assisting the university in development of relationships and engagements across the city, state, and nation.
• Contribute to the strategic direction for applied and experiential elements of the Honors Philosophy, Politics, and the Public (PPP) Program including serving as program faculty to support the second-year block of high impact experiential courses; assisting with logistics and participation in the PPP Washington D.C. trip; and coordinating the PPP Summer Externship funding process, providing support as needed for the State Politics Internship program.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications, in addition to all of the above :

To ensure consideration, interested and qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website. Review of applications will start on September 19, 2025. Application will be accepted until the position closes at the University's discretion.

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.