Director, Federal Government Affairs (Washington, DC)

National Alliance for Public Charter Schools • Full-time • Hybrid in Washington, District of Columbia, United States • $85,000 - $110,000 / year • 3d ago

Fast Facts

The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools is seeking a Director of Federal Government Affairs in Washington, DC to lead their advocacy efforts and represent the charter school movement at the federal level.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include representing the National Alliance before Congress and federal agencies, analyzing federal policy proposals, monitoring congressional activity, supporting advocacy efforts, and collaborating with various partners to promote charter schools.

Skills: Expertise in federal legislative processes, strong communication and relationship-building abilities, and strategic planning capabilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications: Candidates should have 7+ years of experience in federal government or public policy, familiarity with Capitol Hill, and a strong track record in achieving policy outcomes and relationship building across the political spectrum.

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: $85000 - $110000 / Annually

What is the Role

The Director of Federal Government Affairs will serve as a key member of the Federal Advocacy team, helping to shape and advance the National Alliance’s federal policy agenda. This role is responsible for representing the charter school movement before Congress, federal agencies, and the executive branch, while supporting strategic political engagement. The position reports to the Senior Director of Federal Government Affairs and works closely with internal teams and external partners to build bipartisan support for charter schools.

What You’ll Do

You will:

Represent the National Alliance and promote its priorities before Capitol Hill, federal agencies, and the executive branch
Analyze and shape federal policy proposals that reflect political dynamics and advance the charter school community’s goals
Monitor congressional activity—including hearings, markups, and legislation—and assess its relevance to charter schools
Support advocacy efforts to advance pro-charter legislation and appropriations
Coordinate with national policy partners and state/local advocacy groups to amplify our voice in Washington
Represent the National Alliance in coalition meetings, congressional briefings, and other key forums
Respond to requests for information and technical assistance from congressional offices and state charter organizations
Collaborate with colleagues to execute a strategic political plan using the Charter School Action Fund (501(c)(4)) and partner organizations to grow congressional support

Who You Are

You are a government affairs leader with knowledge of federal policy and a commitment to expanding access to high-quality public education. You thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and bring insight, political acumen, and collaborative energy to your work.

You have 7+ years of experience in federal government, legislative affairs, or public policy
You have meaningful experience working on Capitol Hill or closely with congressional offices
You understand the federal legislative and appropriations processes and can navigate them effectively in a bipartisan context
You have a track record of meeting ambitious goals and driving policy outcomes
You’re a communicator and relationship-builder, able to engage stakeholders across the political spectrum
You’re comfortable working cross-functionally to achieve shared objectives
You’re proactive, organized, and committed to expanding educational opportunity for all students

What We Offer

The National Alliance provides a sector-leading compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

We cover 100% of employee medical, dental, and vision premiums, and 50% for spouses and dependents. Our Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) covers 100% of in-network medical deductibles, ensuring minimal out-of-pocket costs.

You’ll have access to:

A 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match after 90 days
Automatic life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and DC-FSA)
12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
25 PTO days annually, plus all federal holidays and a week off at year-end
4-week paid sabbatical after 4 years of service

As a virtual-first organization, we offer:

A monthly reimbursement for internet and cellular service
A $500 home office setup stipend during your first 90 days

We are committed to offering a competitive and inclusive compensation structure. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $85,000–$110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Who We Are

The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools believes that all families deserve high-quality public school options. Charter schools are independent public schools providing families with a new set of public school options. Each of these schools is developed to be a partnership between parents, teachers, and students.

When given the option, parents are choosing to enroll their children in charter schools. In fact, the demand for charter schools is far outpacing the supply in most communities. What began as a small movement in a few states has grown to become a major force in education reform across the country. Through advocacy, research, and strategic communications, the National Alliance works to grow the number of high-quality charter schools available to all families, especially those who do not have access to high-quality public schools.