Date Posted:
May 14, 2026
Position Title:
Director of Federal Government Relations
Office/Company:
UC Riverside
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-06568
Reports To:
Location:
Riverside, CA, Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$143,000 – $167,116
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Director of Federal Government RelationsRepresent UCR in Washington, D.C. with federal officials, national associations, and coalition partners to advance the university’s legislative and funding prioritiesBachelor’s degree in a related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Responsibilities:
• Represent UCR in Washington, D.C. with federal officials, national associations, and coalition partners to advance the university’s legislative and funding priorities
• Lead appropriations strategy including Community Project Funding (CPF), Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS), and agency funding requests
• Cultivate relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional staff, federal agencies, and national higher education associations
• Partner with research leadership to align federal funding priorities and maximize institutional competitiveness
• Advise senior leadership on federal policy, legislation, and emerging political developments
• Support faculty engagement in federal initiatives and position UCR for major research awards and infrastructure investments
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of experience in government relations, public affairs, advocacy, higher education, or related environments
• Strong understanding of the federal legislative and appropriations process
Instructions:
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Other:
Equal opportunity employer.
