FAS Director of Emerging Tech Workforce and Inclusive Fellow Washington

Director of Emerging Tech Workforce and Inclusive Growth Fellow Why FAS?

Does FAS sound like an organization that you would be energized to join? Is it aligned to your values?

The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) takes quite seriously our role as a beacon and voice for the science community.

FAS has a rich history: after the devastating bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, a group of atomic researchers – deeply concerned about the use of science for malice – created an organization committed to using science and technology to benefit humanity.

The group they created – the Federation of Atomic Scientists – soon became the Federation of American Scientists in recognition of the hundreds of scientists across diverse disciplines who joined together to speak with one voice for the betterment of the world.

Today, we are a group of entrepreneurial, intrepid changemakers, forging a better future for all through the nexus of science, technology and talent. As a collective, we are building an organization focused on being impact-driven, customer-focused, and growth-oriented as a force for good in the world.

The FAS Impact Fellowship is a selective fellowship program that supports the development and placement of emerging scientific and technical talent within high-impact roles across the federal government. From education to immigration, wildfire resilience, national security, and housing, Impact Fellows are serving across a variety of federal agencies in roles that augment existing government teams as they confront some of the greatest scientific and social challenges of our time.

What’s the “elevator pitch” for the role?

The FAS Talent Hub is seeking a fellow for a 24 month term to join the Department of Labor within a state government.

The Gubernatorial Office has an ambitious vision to lead the nation in building a modern, inclusive economy powered by a skilled workforce. As sectors such as information technology, life sciences, and aerospace drive the state’s economic future, the workforce strategy must be fast-moving, closely aligned with industry needs, and leverage AI. This workforce development agenda focuses on high-need, high-growth jobs that promote economic mobility and strengthen the state’s competitiveness, with AI playing a crucial role in this transformation.

As AI and other forces reshape economies across the US, the state has the opportunity to lead with a workforce and talent strategy that is both proactive and inclusive. To stay ahead, the state is interested in a coordinated approach to support workers through transitions and expand access to high-quality jobs. The governor’s office is already partnering with higher education, K–12 systems, and training providers to grow access to degrees, credentials, apprenticeships, and hands-on learning.

With dedicated leadership, the state can build on this momentum and create a fully connected, future-ready talent ecosystem that ensures every resident has a place in the innovation economy.

To help achieve this goal, the state is collaborating with FAS to recruit a Director of Emerging Tech Workforce and Inclusive Growth who will lead high-impact workforce initiatives and design strategies that prepare residents for the jobs of tomorrow. The position will play a crucial role in modernizing workforce systems and positioning the state as a national model for inclusive economic growth.

As the Director of Emerging Tech Workforce and Inclusive Growth, you will support the Office of the Secretary in advancing AI and Cyber workforce strategy – helping to shape statewide efforts to build a future-ready, inclusive workforce that can meet the demand of a rapidly evolving innovation economy. This role plays a critical part supporting the implementation of the Governor’s AI Executive Order, the state’s AI study roadmap, statewide Cybersecurity Talent Strategy, and related efforts.

Your work will focus on:

• Supporting the development of AI and Cyber-focused workforce roadmaps for priority sectors – including information technology/cyber, life sciences, and aerospace – to create clear,…