Job Number:
HC-03889
Date Posted:
March 26, 2026
Position Title:
Director of Government Relations
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Hawai‘i Pacific University
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Location:
Honolulu, HI
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Salary:
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Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Director of Government RelationsDevelop and implement a comprehensive strategy to advance HPU's federal and state grant priorities in alignment with the University's strategic plan and institutional objectives.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in government relations, public policy, higher education administration, or public sector grant development.
Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to advance HPU's federal and state grant priorities in alignment with the University's strategic plan and institutional objectives.
• Serve as HPU's primary liaison with the Congressional delegation, state and local officials, and government agencies, coordinating engagement efforts with the President and senior leadership as appropriate.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in regular meetings with Hawai‘i's congressional delegation, state legislators, and local government officials to advance HPU's legislative, appropriations, and grant-related priorities.
• Travel as needed to Washington, D.C., neighbor islands, and other locations to represent the University in meetings, briefings, hearings, and advocacy activities related to public funding and government partnerships.
• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and policy developments affecting higher education and public funding, and prepare analyses, briefings, and updates for senior leadership.
• Advocate for HPU priorities through relationship-based engagement, institutional representation, and strategic communication with government officials.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in government relations, public policy, higher education administration, or public sector grant development.
• Demonstrated experience working with federal and/or state government agencies or elected officials.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and advance initiatives that involve multiple organizational stakeholders.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Instructions:
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