Assistant Director, Government Programs, Research and Strategic Development

TEDCO

Assistant Director responsible for managing government programs, research, and strategic initiatives at TEDCO. Collaborating with stakeholders and policymakers in Maryland to advance innovation and economic development.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeColumbia • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent TEDCO initiatives before stakeholders, agencies, and partners
Monitor legislation, attend hearings, draft testimony, and assist with policy analysis
Conduct research and analysis related to innovation policy and economic development trends
Assist in the implementation of the Maryland Advanced Manufacturing Program
Support the development of new TEDCO programs and internal evaluation processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in government affairs, program management, or related fields
Strong understanding of Maryland State government and legislative processes
Experience coordinating complex projects involving multiple stakeholders
Experience preparing reports, testimony, or policy analysis
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

policy analysisresearch and analysisprogram managementreport preparation

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solving skillswritten communicationverbal communication