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Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for   a   Director of Government Affairs   at UL Standards & Engagement .   This is a hybrid opportunity based in   our Washington, DC office. The   Director of Government Affairs   will oversee the organization’s government relations and public policy strategy to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) to make the world safer, more secure, and more sustainable. With strong command of the legislative and regulatory landscape, the Director of Government Affairs will lead ULSE’s policy agenda, and design and execute the legislative and regulatory strategy. The Director of Government Affairs will drive government engagement with key policymakers, partners, and industry representatives, and lead advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill to strengthen ULSE’s visibility and position as a trusted authority in safety standards. Reporting directly to the VP Government Affairs & Partnerships, the Director will deepen awareness and understanding of ULSE and the impact of its standards and identify opportunities for the organization to shape and influence public policy and advocacy. As a people leader, the Director of Government Affairs will lead and mentor a high-performing team that will advance public policy objectives. UL Standards & Engagement : At   UL Standards & Engagement   (ULSE) ,   we   expand the boundaries of safety science to   create a more secure and sustainable world. For   more than   a century, we have   created new safety standards   and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries.   We   identify   critical safety and sustainability issues, asking   tough   questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge. Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us.   Join us and work with our   Standards   team s   who develop the standards   required   to put   that knowledge   into practice. What   you’ll   learn   and   achieve: As   the   Director of Government   Affairs ,   you   will play a key role in the rapid growth of   UL   as you: • Direct and execute ULSE’s government affairs strategy, including setting policy priorities and leading stakeholder engagement efforts with policymakers, agencies and government audiences. • Identify opportunities to shape legislation, regulation, and policy initiatives aligned with ULSE’s mission and expertise at the federal, state, and local levels. Serve as advisor to executive leadership, providing insights and recommendations to inform engagement and advocacy strategy. • Lead direct advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and represent the organization in legislative and policy discussions. • Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, regulatory bodies, government agencies, industry associations, and advocacy groups. • Strengthen ULSE’s visibility, influence, and impact by engaging influential stakeholders and advancing advocacy initiatives. • Proactively identify and facilitate meetings between ULSE and senior external stakeholders or government officials. • Support the management and coordination of external government relations (GR) firms and consultants to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and advocacy strategies. • Collaborate with the Chief Legal Officer to coordinate government engagement opportunities with UL Research Institutes (ULRI), ensuring alignment on government related initiatives and objectives. • Ensure project activities comply with organizational processes, including data entry, project tracking, and adherence to intellectual property guidelines. • Independently manage workload, meet deadlines, and contribute to shared team goals through clear communication and accountability. • Develop and lead high performing team. Cultivate collaborative environment to ensure team’s success in effective execution of strategic activities. • Maintain continued awareness of industry trends and external context, offering insight to inform strategic decisions and direction of the ULSE organization. Continuously monitor, analyze, and report on legislative and regulatory developments that may impact ULSE. What   you’ll   experience working at   UL Standards & Engagement :   W e have pursued our mission of w ork ing   for   a safer, more secure ,   and sustainable   world   for   nearly 130   years ,   embedding conscientious stewardship   in to   everything we do. • People :   Our people make us special.   You’ll   work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network ,   because   our approach is collaborative. We collaborate   across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s global challenges require . • Interesting work : Every day is different for us here .   We   see   what’s   on the horizon and   use our   expertise   to build the foundations of a safer future.   You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good. • Grow   and   achieve : We learn, work ,   and grow together   through   targeted development, reward ,   and recognition programs . • Values . Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster   partnerships   that enable us to pursue a   beneficent   future in which we all can thrive. • Total Rewards:   All employees at UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an   additional   4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager. We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days. What   makes you a great fit: While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes : • Broad expertise in legislative processes, regulatory frameworks and administrative rulemaking.  Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, coalition building, and navigating complex technical or standards based issues in a policy context. • Ability to analyze and interpret complex policy and regulatory documents, translating implications into clear, strategic recommendations and proposing language that advances the organization’s objectives. • Established leader, able to set strategic direction, interpret, support, and execute organizational strategy while effectively translating objectives into actionable plans and driving successful execution. • Exceptional people leadership skills, with ability to develop high performing teams. Experience setting expectations while establishing and operationalizing clear goals and enforcing accountability for both processes and results. • Excellent communicator and presenter, skilled in conflict mediation, negotiation and influencing diverse stakeholders. Proven capability in establishing effective relationships with others, including senior leaders and external stakeholders. • Experience fostering collaboration and partnership with cross functional teams to develop solutions with broad impact. • Strong analytical skills with ability to innovate and adapt in a dynamic industry landscape. Professional education and experience requirements for the role include: • Bachelor's   Degree Required. Advanced degree preferred. • Minimum 10 years of related work experience. • Federal, state, and local government relations experience strongly preferred. • Direct Capitol Hill experience, with strong relationships across congressional offices and committee. • Prior experience working with or in trade associations, public policy, regulatory environment, safety standards, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations preferred. • Subject-matter   expertise   in at least one area related to products, safety, engineering, and/or sustainability is preferred. • Experience leading teams and driving accountability for results About   UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement   are   nonprofit organization s   dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data,   convene   experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to   summit   of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability,   ultimately enhancing   societal well-being. To learn more, visit   our websites   UL.org   and   ULSE.org . Salary Range: $144,304.94-$198,419.29 Pay type: Salary