Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Natcast
Job overview
The Strategic Operations Specialist, Public Policy at Natcast drives operational excellence for public policy initiatives to advance U.S. semiconductor leadership.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing strategic operations for public policy, coordinating legislative activities, planning policy events, managing stakeholder engagement, and supporting the VP of Public Policy with special projects.
Experience and skills
Requires 3+ years in government affairs operations, strong legislative process knowledge, event and project management skills, stakeholder management, and budget expertise; a bachelor's degree and semiconductor industry knowledge are preferred.
Work environment and culture
Natcast values diversity and inclusion, offering an equal opportunity environment that supports candidates from all backgrounds and provides accommodations for disabilities.
Company information
Natcast is a non-profit entity operating the National Semiconductor Technology Center, focused on advancing semiconductor technology and workforce development under the CHIPS Act.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Washington, DC, focusing on Capitol Hill and state-level policy initiatives.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines political acumen with operational expertise to support semiconductor innovation through strategic public policy engagement.
Company overview
Natcast, short for the National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology, is a purpose-built, non-profit organization designated by the U.S. Department of Commerce to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC). Established under the CHIPS and Science Act, Natcast focuses on advancing semiconductor research, development, and workforce training to bolster the U.S. semiconductor industry. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, at the heart of Silicon Valley, Natcast combines public funding with private sector expertise to drive innovation in chip design and manufacturing. It has launched initiatives like the NSTC Workforce Center of Excellence with significant federal investment to support its mission.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 3+ years of government affairs operations experience, emphasizing your strong understanding of legislative processes and Capitol Hill operations to align with Natcast's strategic public policy goals.
Focus on showcasing your event management expertise, project management skills, and stakeholder engagement successes, especially any experience coordinating high-impact policy events and managing budgets.
Apply through multiple channels including Natcast's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring teams.
Connect with current Natcast employees in the Public Policy division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Natcast policy initiatives, asking about their experience working on Capitol Hill projects, or expressing enthusiasm for semiconductor technology policy advancements.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'government affairs,' 'legislative processes,' 'event management,' 'stakeholder engagement,' 'Capitol Hill,' and 'budget management' to improve screening success.
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