Public Policy Specialist – Washington, DC

May 11, 2023

The Bose Public Affairs Group is a full service government relations, public affairs and firm that represents a wide range of clients in the science and technology, education, and environment and energy sectors, as well as local governments and non-profit organizations.

As part of the firm’s government relations and communications team, the Public Policy Specialist is a professional who will work on a wide variety of client matters involving many aspects of the legislative and public policy process. The firm’s professionals work with Congress, the Administration, and other industry, governmental, scientific, and education-related organizations to develop and execute federal and state strategies and coalition activities at the cutting edges of public policy.

Responsibilities

  • Organize and prepare for client meetings and congressional briefings
  • Monitor Congressional and Administrative activities for clients
  • Research and draft content of weekly client-related publication(s)
  • Coordinate and schedule congressional meetings for Washington Fly-Ins and develop briefing materials
  • Prepare expense time, and other reports, filing and day-to-day scheduling requests for clients and the Washington office team
  • Advance into other responsibilities depending upon individual skills and interest

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Ability to register as a lobbyist, if required
  • Previous work experience in government, public affairs, or legal profession preferred
  • Strong written communication skills, including persuasive and technical writing
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Ability to represent BPAG and the firm to outside audiences
  • Strong computer skills, including social media, digital visual content production, and website management
  • Demonstrate good judgment and discretion
  • Generate high-quality work, with exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines and maintain poise in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Ability to work independently after being given initial instructions

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities change over time to meet client needs. Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@bosepublicaffairs.com.