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Requisition ID:  117550

Federal Policy Fellow

We are seeking a Federal Policy Fellow to provide intensive research, legislative/regulatory tracking, and policy support to enhance federal engagement activities of the Office of Federal Strategy on behalf of the Johns Hopkins University and Johns Hopkins Health System. This post-graduate fellowship is a 12-month detail based in Baltimore with some travel to Washington, D.C.


Successful candidates will work independently and collaboratively with Federal Strategy team members to draft reports, synthesize data, and produce briefing materials for internal and external distribution to executive and policymaker audiences. They will actively participate in team meetings, presentations and convenings, including in the Hopkins Bloomberg Center. In addition to project-based work, fellows will have shadowing and networking opportunities.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities


Policy Analysis and Support 80%

  • Track, synthesize and report legislative, regulatory, and policy developments relevant to the university and health system.
  • Create and disseminate high-quality presentations and briefing materials for university leadership and external stakeholders.
  • Develop and design infographics and other visual tools to simplify complex data and enhance stakeholder engagement, including website content, as needed.
  • Attend hearings, briefings, and events, providing detailed summaries. Track weekly Congressional hearing schedules and disseminate updates to lobbyists.
  • Initiate independent research projects in consultation with lobbyists based on interest and need.


Project Management 20%

  • Maintain detailed dossiers on key administration officials, Congressional leaders, committee chairs, and members, with an emphasis on the Maryland, D.C., and Florida delegations.
  • Manage and maintain a comprehensive Policy Tracker to document team activities, including institutional endorsements of policies, letters, and legislative bills.
  • Provide support for special events and meetings, managing logistics, communications, attendee registration, and onsite coordination.


Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven capability to effectively manage several projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.
  • Well-honed investigative skills and ability to work autonomously.
  • Outstanding organizational abilities with attention to detail.
  • Creative, curious, and open to feedback with a commitment to continuous improvement.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Two - Three years of related experience.
  • Additional education may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

 

 

Classified Title: JHU Fellow 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Federal Policy Fellow   
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PB  
Starting Salary Range: $46,200 - $80,800 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Eastern High Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​Federal Relations  
Personnel area: University Administration 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law
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Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week

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