Assistant Director of Local and Community Relations

California State University, Northridge•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$80,000 - $85,008•Hybrid

About The Position

At CSUN we aspire to continually grow as an inclusive, cooperative community! CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. As a leader you will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership Principles https://www.csun.edu/leadership-principles. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a job-related field.
Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible professional/administrative experience in government or community relations or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Higher education experience is preferred but not necessary.
Candidate must be self-motivated; detail and goal oriented with ability to quickly pick up concepts and apply to the work; and utilize utmost discretion as it relates to dealing with confidential materials; with the ability to travel and work evenings and/or weekends.
Ability to work as a strong team player, as well as independently.
Knowledge and understanding of southern California local government, political institutions, and organizations at the local level
Excellent ability to interact with diverse communities and constituents of diverse backgrounds.
Possess highly developed analytical and conceptual skills for use in advocacy programs, government relations, issues management and managerial support.
Demonstrated experience in developing, planning, executing special projects and programs.
Excellent writing skills.
Strong public speaking skills to make presentations to individuals or groups.
Excellent ability to prioritize, establish timelines, and perform effectively under conditions of fluctuating workload.
Knowledge of computer software, including all Microsoft Office programs, and Adobe Acrobat.
Lead diverse teams to support the operational mission and vision of employers by fostering an ethical, inclusive and collegial work environment.
Demonstrated ability to support ongoing improvement through courageous, resilient, and catalytic leadership.
Lead varying initiatives through a collaborative, service-oriented and communicative approach.
Demonstrated commitment to employee development, recognition, and accountability to further operational goals.

Responsibilities

Represents the Government and Community Relations department and the University at community meetings, neighborhood councils, hearings, and external events related to university programs, policies, priorities, mission, and relevant updates. Brings updates back to CSUN and helps identify opportunities for partnership. Serves as primary point of contact for local elected officials and their staff across the region, responsible for keeping offices apprised of university priorities, events, neighborhood issues, etc., as well as identifying places for alignment with legislator priorities.
Responsible for high-level institutional projects and initiatives, coordinates and manages campus visits, community briefings, and special events for local elected officials and key advocates.
Monitors local legislative agendas and identifies issues of interest or concern to the university.
Leads efforts to increase CSUN visibility and branding in the local community.
As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission aligned with the university’s vision, values and priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment, promoting a collaborative, accountable and inclusive team. Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university. Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mind set. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental goals.
Serves as primary contact for neighbor relations and issue management, in collaboration with campus and community partners, as needed.
Be familiar with state and federal issues related to CSUN as they will intersect with local and community relations and assist as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.