Overview Ellucian is a global market leader in education technology. We power innovation for higher education, partnering with more than 2,800 customers across 50 countries and serving over 20 million students. Ellucian builds AI-powered platforms to drive efficiency, personalized experiences, and engagement for students, faculty, and staff. Our solutions span the student lifecycle, from recruitment and enrollment to retention, analytics, fundraising, and alumni engagement. About The Opportunity Work Location: Hybrid — Reston, VA or Washington, DC Remote Eligible States: Massachusetts, New York, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee Position: Director of Government Affairs The Director of Government Affairs will lead Ellucian’s government relations and advocacy function, with primary responsibility for advancing state-level initiatives aligned with Ellucian’s business priorities and state strategy. This high-visibility role represents Ellucian before policymakers, manages emerging legislative and regulatory issues, and develops sustainable relationships with state government, industry associations, and higher education leaders. Where You Will Make an Impact Develop and execute a proactive government affairs strategy in key states that positions Ellucian as the industry leader in higher education technology. Serve as Ellucian’s principal liaison and advocate with state legislators, executive branch officials, state agencies, higher education policy groups, and other influential stakeholders. Track, analyze, and report on state legislative, regulatory, and budget actions affecting higher education and educational technology markets, ensuring timely internal communication on risks and opportunities. Partner with Ellucian leadership, Sales, Marketing, Product, and external consultants to align advocacy goals with company and client needs. Represent Ellucian at state-level hearings, stakeholder meetings, and external events; prepare policy briefs, testimony, talking points, and advocacy materials. Provide strategic counsel to the executive team on state policy developments and identify engagement opportunities to advance Ellucian’s mission. Supervise or coordinate the work of outside lobbying firms and internal staff supporting government relations initiatives. Cultivate bipartisan relationships and coalitions to strengthen Ellucian’s profile across state government and the higher education ecosystem. Monitor state procurement trends and compliance developments, supporting business growth and risk mitigation. Shape and respond to emerging state legislative and regulatory issues, including rulemaking, workforce education, data policy, privacy, artificial intelligence, and EdTech funding. Lead or assist in special projects, working groups, and cross-functional task forces advancing Ellucian’s advocacy agenda. What You Will Bring 7-10 years of experience in government affairs, state legislative advocacy, or policy leadership, preferably in higher education, technology, or public sector consulting. Demonstrated expertise navigating state governments, government associations, and policy networks, with a track record of influencing public policy and legislative outcomes. Deep understanding of state legislative, regulatory, and budgetary processes, with the ability to identify and shape high-impact public policy issues. Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and coalition-building skills; ability to influence diverse priorities and foster bipartisan collaboration. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing legislative materials, external advocacy pieces, and executive briefings. Strategic and analytical thinker, adept at managing complexity, ambiguities, and competing deadlines. Self-starter with sound judgment, organizational agility, and demonstrated leadership in cross-functional environments. Experience managing consultants, lobbyists, or small teams is a plus. What makes #Ellucianlife Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision Flexible time off Thrive Flex Lifestyle Account (LSA) for health, financial, or learning interests 401k with match & BrightPlan Parental Leave 5 charitable days to support the community Telemedicine Wellness programs Headspace Care (mental health) and Wellbeats (virtual fitness) RethinkCare & Wellthy – caregiver support Diversity and inclusion programs and internal employee resource groups Employee referral bonuses Learning culture with Education Assistance and Professional Development opportunities Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Public Policy / Government Affairs Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Higher Education Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ellucian. Get notified about new Director of Government Affairs jobs in Florida, United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ellucian
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