The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is currently seeking professionals for the following positions:

Executive Director of Western States Policy and Outreach: Reporting to the Senior Vice President for Policy and Government Relations, the incumbent has overall responsibility for the functioning of the Western Regional Office (WRO) and developing and advancing HACU's legislative agenda with respect to state government issues in the five western states of California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. They will coordinate activities for legislative relations, work in a cooperative mode with both executive and legislative branches of the state governments, as well as regional policy centers, Hispanic and other minority organizations, other legislative affairs departments of member colleges and systems in the region, and higher education associations, and track state policy in operation or under development by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate assistants. They are also responsible for maintaining strong member relationships in the Western Region Office service area, including the promotion of HACU programs and services. Exceptional people skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. Spanish language proficiency is highly desired. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret legislation, legislative and policy analyses, governmental and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to a prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information in written reports and in verbal presentations to top management, elected and appointed state officials, state agencies/departments, public groups, higher education organizations, members of the business community, members of Hispanic organizations, and/or governing boards of directors. Master's degree in public administration, higher education, or related field with experience in state government relations and policy analysis, preferably in higher education or education-related issues. Experience and/or training at the federal/state level on issues impacting Hispanics in higher education. Strong knowledge of and familiarity with the state legislation, budget, and appropriations process. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. (Located in Sacramento, CA) Click here for the full job description and to apply.

Legislative Aide: Reporting to the Director of Government Relations, the Legislative Aide will work closely with the Director of Government Relations and the Senior Vice President for Policy and Federal Relations, assisting and advancing HACU’s legislative affairs and supporting outreach to Hispanic Serving Institutions. The Legislative Aide will monitor federal and state legislation. The Legislative Aide will collaborate with other HACU staff to develop and enhance relationships with HACU member institutions. The Legislative Aide will lead in planning government relations events in Washington D.C. and support existing programming. Additionally, the Legislative Aide will oversee the Washington D.C. social media accounts and website updates.  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, or legislative material required. Ability to draft reports, legislative/business correspondence, and procedure manuals required. Bachelor’s degree required with emphasis in political science, public policy, or related field. 1-3 years of legislative experience or proficiency required. Bilingual-English/Spanish Skills a Plus. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. (Located in Washington, DC) Click here for the full job description and to apply.

EEO STATEMENT

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) believes that equal opportunity for all employees and applicants is important for the continuing success of our organization. As an equal opportunity employer, HACU is committed to a policy that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition including genetic characteristics, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identification and expression, sexual orientation, and to make all employment decisions so as to further this principle of equal employment opportunity. HACU will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition including genetic characteristics, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identification and expression, sexual orientation, and will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are offered employment and employees are treated during employment without regard to these characteristics. For more information regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, click here.

ADA STATEMENT
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the HACU will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed during the application process, please email jobs@hacu.net. For more information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act, click here.