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Information Technology Attorney in Washington, DC

Center for American Progress Jul 09,2019 Mar 27,2019 Location Washington DC
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Public Interest

Attorney

Information Technology

Min 10 yrs required

Profile

Vice President, Technology Policy The candidate will design and build a new Technology Policy team, including by setting its goals and strategic direction with firm’s Executive team, fundraising, hiring staff, and beginning to quickly draft and publish relevant policy briefs. Provide day-to-day management and direct the work of the Technology Policy team while simultaneously making individual research contributions. Quickly develop a proposed regulatory framework that can help shape and drive a national conversation on technology policy in the context of the coming presidential election. Assist team members in crafting and timing policy reports and rapid-response documents in a manner that makes them more relevant to the debate around technology policy. Engage with elected officials and their staff to build political support for key strategic priorities. Promote firm's technology policy priorities and work products, both inside and outside the organization. Maintain relationships between the team and other firm's teams, including the Executive, Government Affairs, Communications, Development, and Administrative teams. Strengthen the program by developing and maintaining relationships with funders who support the Technology Policy team’s programs. Represent firm's Technology Policy team with policy decision-makers, the public, media, and other outside groups and individuals as necessary. Work closely with progressive allies to align strategic priorities and goals. Keep firm's staff updated on news and events related to technology policy debates in Congress and the administration; respond to requests for information from executive and other senior staff. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate must have advanced degree or its experiential equivalent, with a preference for a J.D. or an advanced degree in a technical field such as computer science. Should have 10+ years of relevant experience, with a proven track record in the field. Must have deep knowledge of technology policy and/or law. Should have demonstrated ability to develop strategic, long-term plans and implement them successfully. Must have knowledge of federal policymaking and working with Congress and federal agencies, as well as established relationships with policymakers, advocates, and community leaders across the progressive landscape, both inside Washington, D.C., and in the states. Should have excellent presentation and written and oral communication skills. Must have experience working with and motivating grassroots advocates outside Washington, D.C. Should have strong political instincts and experience working with coalitions. Must have ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrated aptitude at being entrepreneurial, self-sufficient, and self-directed.

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