Bachelor's degree; advanced degree in a related field preferred.
Minimum of seven years in technology policy, especially AI policy and governance.
Experience in developing and implementing advocacy strategies with multiple stakeholders.
Strong grasp of U.S. AI policy and international governance frameworks.
Direct engagement experience with government officials and industry stakeholders.
Ability to communicate complex policy concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
Proven track record in building consensus among differing perspectives.
Responsibilities
Lead management of ITI's AI policy portfolio and advocacy strategies.
Oversee ITI's AI Committee, facilitating discussions and developing consensus positions.
Prepare policy comments and advocacy materials for government consultations.
Represent ITI in meetings with government and international stakeholders.
Build relationships with policymakers and industry associations to advance priorities.
Monitor AI policy developments and recommend advocacy responses.
Collaborate across teams on AI initiatives intersecting with cybersecurity and privacy.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan
Life and disability insurance
Commuter benefit subsidy
Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement
Paid time off and holidays
Full Job Description
Director of AI Policy
As Director of AI Policy on the Trust, Data, and Technology Policy team, you will manage ITI's artificial intelligence (AI) policy portfolio, including developing and implementing policy and advocacy strategies on a wide range of AI policy issues in the United States and key global markets. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Policy for Trust, Data, and Technology (TDT), the Director will work closely with ITI member companies, policymakers, and colleagues across the organization to advance ITI's AI policy priorities. You will engage directly with U.S. and international government policymakers, multilateral organizations, industry stakeholders, and ITI member companies to inform and shape the development of policies and regulations governing AI. The role requires in-depth understanding of AI policy and governance, strong strategic judgment, and the ability to navigate complex policy questions and diverse member perspectives.
Your Responsibilities:
Lead the day-to-day management of ITI's AI policy portfolio, developing and implementing strategic and tactical advocacy approaches on priority issues in the United States and key global markets including on issues related to frontier AI, high-risk AI systems, AI governance and risk management, transparency and accountability, agentic AI, and other emerging AI policy issues.
Manage ITI's AI Committee, including setting agendas, facilitating member discussions, developing consensus policy positions, and coordinating committee activities and priorities.
Prepare policy comments, white papers, and other advocacy materials in response to government proposals and consultations.
Represent ITI in meetings with government officials, regulatory agencies, international organizations, and other relevant stakeholders to advance ITI's AI policy objectives.
Build and maintain relationships with U.S. and international policymakers, ITI member companies, industry associations, think tanks, and other stakeholders to advance policy priorities.
Monitor and analyze domestic and international AI policy developments, identify emerging issues and opportunities, and recommend policy responses and advocacy priorities.
Collaborate with colleagues across ITI's Policy, Government Affairs, Public Affairs, and Public Sector teams to coordinate AI-related initiatives, including those intersecting with cybersecurity, privacy, trade, workforce, and digital infrastructure.
Your qualifications:
Bachelor's degree; advanced degree in international relations, public policy, law, business, or a related field preferred.
A minimum of seven years of relevant experience in technology policy, preferably in a trade association, business, advocacy or government setting, including substantial experience working on AI policy and governance.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing policy and advocacy strategies and managing complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders
Strong understanding of U.S. AI policy and regulatory developments, as well as international AI governance frameworks and policy processes (OECD, UN, G7, G20, and global AI summit series).
Experience engaging directly with government officials, regulators, industry stakeholders, and other relevant policymakers.
Ability to quickly understand, digest and communicate complex policy concepts to diverse audiences.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to independently manage competing priorities
Experience building consensus among stakeholders with differing perspectives and working collaboratively across teams
Your intangibles:
Demonstrated critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, including public policy and political analysis.
Ability to operate independently while collaborating with senior leadership and colleagues
Excellent emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships
Sound political and policy judgment
Pay range: $135,000 - $155,000 Benefits:
Health, dental, vision insurance
Retirement plan
Life and disability insurance
Commuter benefit subsidy
Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement
