University System of Maryland

General

• Serve as the primary advisor to the Chancellor and Board of Regents on government relations, engagement, and advocacy strategy
• Oversee State and Federal relations across the System
• Coordinate development of government relations priorities and advocacy efforts
• Engage proactively with policymakers, agency leadership, and other stakeholders
• Advise on legislative issues, policy proposals, funding opportunities, legislation, and policy affecting the System
• Develop and spearhead the USM state relations strategy
• Formulate and advance a legislative agenda
• Monitor local, state, and federal legislative and regulatory developments
• Provide updates, advice, and recommendations to the Chancellor, Board of Regents, USMO staff, and stakeholders
• Coordinate testimony, fiscal notes, and messaging
• Shape state higher education policy through consultation with legislators and the Governor’s advisors
• Engage with the Governor, Maryland General Assembly, Maryland Congressional delegation, government agencies, local officials, and higher education associations
• Foster relationships with state officials and advocate for education, research, and initiatives supporting the USM
• Chair the USM State Relations Council and coordinate its activities
• Strengthen Federal government relations strategy
• Convene USM Federal institutional representatives
• Serve on the Chancellor’s senior leadership team and advise on broader System matters

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