ACLU of WashingtonVerified Source

Senior Managing Policy Director

Onsite · Seattle, Washington
Posted August 12, 2026
payroll

Overview

Lead operational leadership for Policy Advocacy and Integrated Advocacy Departments to advance policy priorities. Supervise staff and coordinate cross-department collaboration. Ensure policy initiatives align with organizational goals.

What You'll Do5

  • 1Work with Policy Program Directors to advance integrated advocacy campaigns across policy advocacy organizing and legislative advocacy strategies.
  • 2Supervise multiple Policy Directors and staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
  • 3Hold staff accountable for work plans and oversee cross-departmental campaign execution.
  • 4Support Policy Directors in developing long-term priorities and manage campaign strategy implementation.
  • 5Analyze legislation and regulations to provide policy feedback to stakeholders and collaborate on emerging issues.

Requirements5

  • 1BA required; JD or advanced degree preferred
  • 2Minimum two years managing staff or teams
  • 3Five years policy advocacy experience
  • 4Track record of developing and implementing policy advocacy campaigns
  • 5Senior policy position requiring political acumen

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSeattle, Washington

Required Skills

policy advocacyintegrated advocacylegislative analysisteam supervisioncross-departmental collaboration
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