- Lead significant cross-functional teams to plan, build and manage program strategies and plans.
- Collaborate with the District's External Affairs, Programs and Partnership staff, as well as County officials, other government officials and staff, external liaisons, associations, and county personnel to achieve successful policy and funding outcomes.
- Prepare written reports, letters of support, memos, one-pagers, presentations and talking points on complex public policy issues.
- Execute with decision making-authority to implement legislative communication, and outreach, working closely with the Harris County Intergovernmental Affairs Department.
- Track and assess legislation and regulations for the District.
- Track global policies and issues, and support interactions with international stakeholders that engage with the District.
- Deliver presentations, write, or give testimony, and attend meetings, hearings, and events as needed.
- Support the District's efforts to respond to legislative and constituent inquiries.
- Perform other duties that may be added or changed as the course and scope of the job directs.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in government affairs, communications, law, public policy, or a related field.
- Five(5) years of verifiable professional experience in government affairs, communications, law, public policy, or a related field.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including writing, presentation, and grammar.
- Comprehensive knowledge of County governmental processes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State appropriations and funding processes.
- Proven government affairs experience and ability to develop relationships and partnership.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and/or assignments.
- Strong managerial, diplomacy and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong decision making, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Regular | Full-Time
- Salary: To be discussed at interview
- External Affairs | 9900 Northwest Freeway Houston, TX 77092
- Frequent standing and walking; prolonged sitting for extended periods of time.
- Frequent sorting, filing, shelving, and handling of documents, books, files, file drawers, and related materials and equipment required for clerical operations.
- Occasional stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying of items up to 15 pounds; occasional ascending/descending stairs.
- Work is performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, air conditions, and noise levels.
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Government Affairs Specialist - Houston, United States - Harris County (TX)
Description
Position DescriptionAbout Harris County Flood Control District:
The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation's fourth largest city.
The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, which consist of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.
What you will do atHarris County Flood Control District:Harris County Flood Control District (District) is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Government Affairs Specialist.
Reporting to the Chief External Affairs Officer, the Government Affairs Specialist will be responsible for leading cross functional teams in planning and implementing the District's strategic plans including leading governmental efforts to advance the mission of the District.
Essential Functions and Duties:
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
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NOTE:
Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application.
You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration.
"See Resume"will not be accepted for qualifications.General Information
Position Type, Salary:
Location:
Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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