Union of Concerned Scientists

Program Manager

• Lead and manage the Western States team, leveraging team members' diverse experience and expertise.
• Engage in active problem solving on strategic questions, substance, staff time prioritization, and resource utilization.
• Communicate and collaborate with UCS executive and program leadership to develop and lead integrated campaign strategies and projects.
• Oversee development of the annual Western States operating budget and prepare periodic reports summarizing program activities and plans.
• Represent Western States before the UCS Board, National Advisory Board, senior management, and donors.
• Oversee work planning and campaigns; balance rigorous technical analysis with agile responsiveness to changing conditions.
• Maintain knowledge of climate, energy, transportation, agriculture, water, and related policy initiatives in Western States, focusing primarily on California and secondarily on Oregon and Washington.
• Advise and coordinate policy positions and political strategies in the western region in consultation with staff and UCS leadership.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local groups, stakeholders, experts, government officials, academic researchers, NGOs, business leaders, and public health community.
• Collaborate with Communications to increase visibility and serve as a key spokesperson for Western States.
• Collaborate with Development staff to identify and cultivate foundation and major donor support.
• Support cross-program initiatives, deepen anti-racist program efforts, and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
• Directly supervise Western States Associate Director, Policy Manager, Scientists and Analysts; hiring, assigning work, evaluating performance, and recommending promotions and pay raises.
• Up to 20% of work may include duties not specifically listed; participate in professional development and organizational activities.

Program Director