Government Relations Manager

Key Responsibilities

Monitor, analyze, and report on state and federal legislation impacting the County
Develop and recommend strategies to advance the County's legislative priorities
Assist in coordinating the County's lobbying efforts and preparing legislative briefing materials
Serve as a liaison between County leadership, elected officials, and external stakeholders
Build and maintain relationships with legislators, government agencies, and community organizations
Support Director with development of County's strategic plan
Represent the County at legislative hearings, meetings, and conferences as needed
Collaborate with Communications staff to develop messaging strategies related to legislative and policy initiatives
Provide support for public information efforts
Assist in managing responses to public records requests
Supervise and mentor Legislative Aide(s)
Develop and track performance metrics related to government relations and communications functions
Assist the Director in preparing budgets, reports, and presentations
Coordinate interdepartmental efforts to align government relations priorities with County goals

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Communications, or related field

5 years in legislative affairs, government relations, or public administration, with 2 years in a supervisory role