State Initiative Associate

Why consider this job opportunity

• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a newly created team
• Flexible remote‑first work environment, promoting work‑life balance
• Reimbursement for setting up your home or remote office
• Engage with policymakers and education leaders, making a significant impact in K–12 education
• Collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Travel opportunities for external engagement at conferences and public forums

• Develop and execute multi‑tiered government relations strategies at state and local levels
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting K–12 education and edtech
• Represent the employer at external events, coalitions, and public forums
• Build trusted relationships with policymakers and education agencies
• Collaborate with internal teams to translate policy landscapes into actionable insights

• 4+ years of experience in government relations, public policy, or advocacy, ideally in education or technology
• Deep understanding of K–12 education systems, funding mechanisms, and policy levers
• Proven ability to build relationships across political and ideological lines
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience working at the K-12 educational state, regional, and/or local school district level

• Familiarity with key education policies such as ESSA, FERPA, and IDEA
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for serving in the education space
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and building from the ground up

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