Senior Strategist - Future Of Work & AI Readiness

TL;DR

Senior Strategist (Future of Work & AI Readiness): Designing and delivering policy and programs to help public and educational systems respond to AI-driven workforce changes with an accent on labor market analysis and cross-sector partnership strategy. Focus on translating research into practical tools and leading complex, mission-aligned strategic initiatives.

Location: Must be based in the U.S., with the ability to work remotely or from company offices in Arlington, Chapel Hill, Chicago, Sacramento, or Austin.

Salary: $126,100–$168,100 USD

Company

The hirify.global (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization focused on behavioral and social science research to address complex societal challenges.

What you will do

• Lead the design and delivery of strategic initiatives for education, workforce, and public-sector clients.
• Partner with clients to co-design strategies responsive to local contexts and system constraints.
• Translate labor market and AI research into actionable frameworks, toolkits, and guides.
• Facilitate meetings and communities of practice with senior leaders and cross-sector stakeholders.
• Manage project scopes, timelines, and staff, while mentoring junior team members.
• Actively contribute to business development, proposal design, and thought partnership.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Relevant degree (Ph.D. + 3 years, Master’s + 7 years, or Bachelor’s + 9 years of experience).
• Available for meetings across all continental U.S. time zones.
• Proven experience delivering technical assistance to public agencies or nonprofits.
• Strong background in workforce change, education-to-employment pathways, or AI impacts.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and project management skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary range commensurate with internal and external equity.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, mission-driven social science and policy projects.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and mentoring.
• Comprehensive total rewards program tailored to staff needs.