A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our captivating core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products turn data into practical instructional support to help students at every skill level build a strong foundation in early reading and math. Our programs provide teachers with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of all their students. Today, Amplify serves five million students in all 50 states.
The Senior Vice President of Government Relations is responsible for the development and execution of Amplify's state and federal advocacy strategy.
Responsibilities of the SVP of Government Relations:

• Develop and manage Amplify's policy goals and objectives in line with company strategy, working in collaboration with Amplify's senior executives and general managers.
• Develop and execute legislative, communications, and procurement strategies to achieve Amplify's goals and objectives.
• Manage and develop a team with responsibility for policy analysis, policy monitoring, and direct advocacy.
• Source and manage consultants and other external resources in support of policy objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with state and local legislative, executive branch, and agency staff.
• Oversee Amplify's compliance with relevant lobbying regulations.

Qualifications of the SVP of Government Relations:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years relevant experience in public policy or advocacy.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local K-12 education governance, regulatory, and budgeting environment.
• Deep relationships with policy-makers at the state and national level.
• Experience hiring, training, and managing in-house government relations professionals and lobbyists.
• Unimpeachable integrity.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.
Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.