Senior Director, Applied Science and Technology Policy

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🏛️ District of Columbia, Washington – Remote

🏛️ District of Columbia – Remote ☕ Washington – Remote

💵 $134.5k - $206k / year

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American Psychological Association

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501 - 1000 employees

Founded 1892

🤝 Non-profit

📚 Education

🔬 Science

Non-profit • Education • Science

American Psychological Association is a leading professional and scientific organization dedicated to advancing psychology to benefit society and improve lives. It publishes research and practice journals and databases, sets professional standards and ethics, provides education, accreditation, training, and career resources for students and psychologists, and advocates for psychology-informed public policy and practice. APA serves members, educators, researchers, practitioners, and the public through conferences, continuing education, publications, and advocacy.

📋 Description

• Provides leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of APA’s applied science and technology advocacy portfolio • Designs and leads advocacy campaigns advancing evidence-informed federal policy on technology policy • Builds and sustains relationships with executive-branch and congressional stakeholders • Drafts and negotiates high-stakes advocacy materials for diverse stakeholders • Monitors and analyzes federal legislation and regulations for impact on psychology • Serves as primary advocacy partner to members of the Psychology Team • Collaborates with cross-functional teams to advance APA priorities

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in a responsible position working with government, Congress or in the private sector • A master’s degree or other advanced degree is required; a doctoral degree is preferred • Direct experience in legislative and regulatory processes • Expertise in science and emerging technology policy, AI governance, online safety, workplace mental health, neuroscience ethics and related fields • Experience drafting and working with employers and other stakeholders • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) • Advanced skills with advocacy platforms (CQ Engage) • Basic skills with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube) • Working knowledge of frontier AI platforms

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote Work/Flexible Scheduling • 401(k) option with employer match of up to 4% • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options • Outpatient mental health benefit • Paid personal/vacation time plus 12 paid holidays • Family/Medical Leave • Tuition assistance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Short- and long-term disability insurance