State Child Care Policy Director

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State Child Care Policy Director at Child Care Aware of America driving child care policy research and advocacy. Leading strategic initiatives and managing coalitions for systemic improvements in child care.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $100,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Policy Analysis & Development Evaluate Legislation: Monitor and analyze state and federal statutes, rules, and funding opportunities impacting early childhood systems.
Draft Deliverables: Write comprehensive policy briefs, model legislation, testimony, regulatory comments, and evidence-based reports.
Formulate Frameworks: Design scalable policy options based on data and research that address workforce challenges, financing and governance structures, potential state and local initiatives and licensing regulations.
Strategic Advocacy & Coalition Leadership Build Alliances: Convene and facilitate statewide coalitions, ensuring representation from diverse communities and child care providers.
Support Decision-Makers: Act as the primary organizational liaison to state legislators, agency executives, and legislative committees.
Public Representation: Serve as the public spokesperson at state events, legislative hearings, media events, and policy forums.
Operational & Financial Management Fiscal Oversight: Analyze federal and state child care budgets and develop policy briefs that guide states in developing sustainable public investments in child care.
Team Leadership: Supervise policy analysts, researchers, and program consultants, promoting a culture of cross-sector collaboration.
Partnership Oversight: Oversee specific partnerships such as the National Child Development Associate Project, the Early Care and Business Advisory Council and other cross sector initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Degree: Master’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Early Childhood Education, or a related field preferred.
Professional Longevity: Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in public policy, government relations, or systemic advocacy with preference given to candidates with state level government experience.
Subject Expertise: Deep, verifiable knowledge of state child care licensing, subsidy programs, and federal early childhood funding mechanisms.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health Coverage: We provide top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy and thriving.
Flexible Spending Account options for Health and Dependent Care too!
Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation days, sick days, paid holidays, school events leave and personal leave to recharge and pursue your passions.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Whether the position is remote or hybrid, we accommodate your needs to help you achieve a harmonious work-life balance.
Retirement Plans: Plan for your future with our competitive 403b match program and retirement planning resources.
Child Care Stipend: A monthly subsidy to help cover the cost of child care - including camps and before/after school care.
Community: Our staff regularly plan engaging events to ensure that teams feel connected despite a virtual environment.

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Hard Skills & Tools

policy analysislegislation evaluationdata analysisfiscal oversightbudget analysispolicy brief writingevidence-based reportingregulatory comment draftingframework designworkforce challenge resolution

Soft Skills

strategic advocacycoalition leadershippublic representationcross-sector collaborationteam leadershipcommunicationfacilitationrelationship buildingorganizational liaisoncommunity engagement

Certifications

Master’s degree in Public PolicyMaster’s degree in Public AdministrationMaster’s degree in Early Childhood Education