Workforce Technology Policy Advocate

To be considered

For each position of interest, please send a separate email with an attached cover letter and resume to: [email protected].

Also, include the position title, and if you are a current member of an AFSCME Local, in the subject line of your email.

Department:
Research & Collective Bargaining
Location:
Washington, D.C.
Grade:
USU Grade 9
Salary Range:
$97,652 – $146,488
Benefits:
List of benefits
Posting Date:
November 13, 2026

The Workforce Technology Policy Advocate assists in advocating for AFSCME federal policy priorities at executive branch departments and agencies and performs a wide variety of analyses involving workplace technology issues and legislation at the federal, state and local levels. Assists in advocating for AFSCME policy priorities and performs a wide variety of analyses involving state and local revenue issues. Participates in identifying the impact of proposed policy changes on AFSCME member interests.

Duties:

  • Develops and maintains expertise in assigned AFSCME jobs sectors and issue areas of responsibility, including primarily workplace technology policy, such as Artificial Intelligence and workplace surveillance, secondarily state and local revenue policy, and other issues and sectors as assigned. 
  • Advises and provides technical assistance to AFSCME and affiliate union leaders and staff; federal, state and local officials; and allied labor and community organizations. 
  • Participates in the development of and advocates for federal, state and local policy strategies and policy options that further the interests of AFSCME members. 
  • Under direction, advocates for regulatory and related priorities to promote the interests of AFSCME members at federal executive branch departments and agencies by engaging with federal executive branch officials and staff; preparing comments for submission in response to proposed regulations and related federal agency solicitations; and engaging in other policy making meetings and activities as appropriate. 
  • Conducts in-depth quantitative and qualitative research. 
  • Informs and advises AFSCME and affiliate union leaders and staff about new federal laws, regulations and related matters by preparing written reports, fact sheets, content for distribution through AFSCME social media and other communications channels and other materials; conducting webinars, trainings, conferences and other live events; and serving as a panelist at external conferences and other events. 
  • Advises AFSCME affiliate union leaders and staff on state and local legislation, laws, regulations and similar matters by providing analyses, conducting research, developing proposed legislation or amendments and producing reports and other materials. 
  • Provides oral or written testimony in federal, state and local legislative or regulatory hearings or similar forums, at the request of AFSCME affiliates. 
  • Collaborates with other AFSCME departments as appropriate, including identifying crosscutting issues and projects.  
  • Advises department staff engaged in contract negotiations or other advocacy with AFSCME members’ employers on relevant policy issues; consults those same department staff in the development and analysis of policy solutions. 
  • Represents AFSCME members’ interests in contacts with federal, state and local officials and staff, coalitions with other national unions and allied organizations, at conferences and similar events, as a member of advisory bodies and in similar capacities as appropriate. 
  • Provides direct assistance to affiliate unions in area(s) of concentration to conduct fact-finding assignments, provides in-depth analyses of state and local legislative initiatives and recommends policy options; writes testimony; develops strategies and issue campaigns; analyzes and promotes job standards. Works with affiliate unions to implement assistance offered. 
  • Develops allies and works with coalitions including community, religious, civil society and labor groups.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

Requirements:

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, with major course work in social sciences, economics, public policy or public administration and a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Skills Requirements:

  • Knowledge of tax and budget policy issues and systems; and principles, procedures and processes governing federal, state and local governments.
  • Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and workplace technology policy preferred.
  • Thorough knowledge of unions and their internal and external working relationships.
  • Familiarity with the various interest groups involved in relevant policy issues.
  • Ability to propose new programs or resource materials, including outlining program strategies.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with AFSCME officials, councils, affiliates, the public and established partners.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to a variety of audiences, including excellent writing, representational and public communication skills.
  • Ability to interact flexibly and appropriately and to represent sensitive political and technical issues in a politically sensitive environment.
  • Ability to work independently on projects.
  • Advanced skills in the use of personal computers and database software.

Travel & Work hours 

  • Travel, extended work hours, and a valid driver’s license are required. 
AFSCME is an equal opportunity employer, and, as such, does not discriminate an employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, disability, or any other classification protected from discrimination under applicable law.