New

Director, Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals

The Pew Charitable Trusts
remote work
United States, D.C., Washington
May 06, 2025
Application Deadline: Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Please include both a resume and a cover letter with your application. Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals This new project aims to measurably reduce Americans' exposure to harmful endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). The project will focus on reducing exposure to the most harmful EDCs in use in the near-term, while laying the foundation for longer-term policy reform to prevent additional harmful EDCs from being introduced. The Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals project is a collaboration between Pew's Environment and Government Performance portfolios. The Environment Portfolio focuses on science-based, nonpartisan, and sustainable solutions to help protect the planet and people. We work in partnership with governments, Indigenous rights holders, intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, local stakeholders, scientists, and other researchers to advance public policy so that nature and communities can thrive. The Government Performance portfolio provides the nonpartisan research, solutions, and momentum decisionmakers need to ensure our institutions improve the health of people in the United States and enable them to successfully climb the economic ladder. Those goals are pursued through a wide range of the portfolio's policy-focused projects (with explorations into new areas underway)-from ensuring states' finances are prepared for future volatility, to unlocking gateways to mental health care, to addressing the nation's lack of attainable housing. Position Overview The director, endocrine disrupting chemicals, oversees a major project aimed at reducing exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in the United States, managing a core team of researchers, analysts, and policy professionals, and an extended network of partner organizations and consultants. The position oversees the development and implementation of all lines of work, including the development of a body of clear, accessible, scientific information on the health impacts of EDCs and key exposure pathways and the design and implementation of targeted policy and communications strategies to secure science-based public policies and private sector actions that reduce Americans' exposure to harmful EDCs. Reporting to the vice president, government performance, and with high-level direction from an internal steering committee that includes the vice president, environment, the director works to design and oversee strategies for achieving project objectives. The director also plays a key role in coordinating with other units at Pew. Located in Pew's Washington, DC, office, this position will participate in Pew's core in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and will have flexibility to work from home the remainder of each week.This position is contingent upon board approval in June 2025. Responsibilities Ensure the smooth functioning of the project, overseeing a multi-million-dollar annual budget and approximately 25 staff, representing the work with external partners, and providing updates to Pew leadership, funders, and the Board as needed. Work closely with an internal steering committee comprised of leadership from the government performance and environment portfolios to develop project strategy, review progress and adapt strategies as needed, and support fundraising activities. Foster a work environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible and in line with Pew and the government performance and environment portfolios' related goals. Work with staff and project leadership to build out the project team, establish positive and productive teamwork, effectively manage and coach individual staff, and provide appropriate opportunities for professional development. Work with staff, contractors, and others to design and implement successful strategies and campaigns that produce measurable and meaningful results for project and portfolio objectives. Develop relationships with external stakeholders including policy makers, business leaders, advocacy organizations, funders, and relevant experts. Represent Pew publicly with external stakeholders and the media, through both written materials and oral presentations. Coordinate with other units within Pew, such as government relations and communications, to develop strategies, leverage resources, and maximize opportunities for progress in the field. Work with the team, Pew strategy colleagues, external funders, and partners to review progress and, as needed, design a second phase of the work. Participate in activities that support program and Pew-wide objectives. Requirements Significant experience working on chemical regulation and policy, and extensive knowledge of stakeholders working at the state, federal, and private sectors. A health policy background is strongly preferred. Track record of successfully running campaigns that lead to policy change. Skilled at informing and influencing internal and external audiences through written and oral communications. Effective communicator with demonstrated experience translating complex scientific and policy concepts for lay audiences. Demonstrated experience successfully leading a team towards successful outcomes. Aptitude to apply a non-partisan, evidence-based approach to projects and campaigns that require support across the political spectrum. Deep operational management acumen. Politically astute; understands the needs and motivations of different individuals and institutions. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Generally ten years of applicable experience, including staff, project, and/or consultant management experience. Key attributes and preferred experience Demonstrated aptitude to take initiative. A self-starter. Skilled at setting short- and long-term planning goals in line with program strategies. Excellent interpersonal skills and diplomacy with cultural sensitivity. Comfortable working productively in teams with a wide array of individuals and stakeholder groups. Seasoned judgment, makes decisions, justifies recommendations, and responds clearly and pragmatically with colleagues and partners. Effectively synthesizes information to focus quickly on the essence of an issue/problem and develop a solution. A commitment to producing measurable results. Travel This position requires frequent domestic travel to meetings and conferences. Work Authorization Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are seeking employment without visa sponsorship. Salary Range $171,500 USD - $191,700 USD The salary range represents a reasonable estimate of the annual salary based on Pew's commitment to provide equitable and market-competitive pay. The actual salary offered will take into consideration many factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills and experience, internal pay equity, and business need. Total Rewards We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance. The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex (including pregnancy), nation of origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.