Principal, Policy Development - Emerging Science

The Director, Policy Development is responsible for a portfolio of policy issues that guide and support ACS CAN’s advocacy agenda at the state, federal and local levels. Portfolios encompass a wide range of complex issues that are a priority for ACS CAN and the position requires senior level policy and/or legislative expertise in the key issue areas. This position works collaboratively across ACS and ACS CAN to develop and communicate clear public policy positions and guidance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  • Oversee a portfolio of ACS CAN’s priority policy issues, provide thought leadership toidentifyemerging issues that will impactthe organization’s advocacy positions,and lead development of policy recommendations;(50%) • Develop special reports and undertake major projects that are used to educate and persuade policymakers on key health issues;(15%) • Develop strategic partnerships andwork collaboratively with externalorganizations andpartnersto advance ACS CAN’s policy advocacy; (10%) • Analyzestate and federal legislative proposals and federal regulations, develop written responsesand makerecommendation to state and federal colleagues; (20%) • Serveas a policy expert for media inquiries and forACS CAN-sponsored coalitions;and(5%) EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:   • Minimum Degree Required:​Bachelor's Degree​  • Preferred Degree:​Master's Degree​or Juris Doctorate • Years of experience: 10+years experience, applied policy and/or legislative experience at the state or federal level highly desired; experience with a nonprofit advocacy organization of benefit;demonstratedpublic policy experience and analysis, and knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes at the local, stateand federal levels of government. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills and interpersonal communications skills • Experience with collaborative, complex organizations • Expertisein public policy analysis and support of local, stateand federal legislative issues   • Ability to work in a highly charged and competitive political environment  • Must be able to manage nationwide efforts involving multiple priorities, be comfortable with deadlines, andmaintaina flexible, pragmatic approach to work requirements • Able to foster professional, interdependent relationships with other staff to achieve mutually satisfactory approaches and products • Experience with designing/formatting presentations • Demonstrated knowledge of areas of portfolio responsibility TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:   • Some travel may be involved   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   • N/A  The starting rate is $150,000 to $170,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education. ACS CAN provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits.