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The Evergreen State College Director, Washington State Institute for Public Policy in Olympia, Washington
Position Information Position Title Director, Washington State Institute for Public Policy Working Title Location Olympia EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at (360) 867-5371, Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505. Union Represented No Overtime Eligible No Monthly FTE 1.0 Salary Step (minimum monthly amount) $0 Salary Step (maximum monthly amount) $14,874.00 Cyclic Position No Cyclic Details n/a Project Position No End Date n/a Special Note This position is a full-time, overtime exempt, "at-will" appointment, exempt from Washington State Civil Service rules and the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime requirements. Position Purpose Under the direction of the Board, the Director is responsible for advancing the mission of a nonpartisan public research organization that serves the Washington State Legislature and other policymakers. The Director provides strategic vision, organizational leadership, and oversight of research, ensuring that the agency delivers independent, objective, and policy-relevant analysis to support evidence-based decision-making. Washington State Institute for Public Policy Profile The Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP) is a nonpartisan public research organization located in Olympia, the center of Washington State government. Our multidisciplinary team conducts applied policy research for the state legislature in a collaborative and intellectually engaging environment. Founded in 1983, WSIPP is nationally and internationally recognized for the rigor, depth, and quality of its research and benefit-cost analyses. We are guided by core values of nonpartisanship, quality, and impartiality, and governed by a 16-member Board of Directors representing the legislature, executive branch, and academic community. Nature and Scope The Director reports to the Board of Directors and oversees WSIPP's leadership team, which includes the Associate Director for Research, the Associate Director for Operations, and the Research Manager. The Director is responsible for setting the strategic direction of WSIPP, cultivating and managing relationships with partner agencies, actively engaging with the Board, and ensuring WSIPP's financial stability. Essential Functions Develops and advances WSIPP's strategic direction, organizational structure, and identity. The Director ensures that WSIPP remains a valuable and trusted resource for policymakers by directing, coordinating, and engaging in high-quality research. In collaboration with the Board, develops and maintains a stable funding stream for WSIPP, including funding from the Legislature and external entities. Works closely with the Board, organizing and convening Board meetings to seek guidance on projects, budgets, and overall direction. Oversees WSIPP's research activities and maintains awareness of the policy research needs of the Washington State Legislature. The Director stays informed about applied research and policy studies conducted within the Legislature and state agencies. Establishes standards and channels for releasing WSIPP's research, ensuring credibility and policy relevance. Oversees strategy for sharing WSIPP's work through conferences, collaborations, an