Government & Community Relations Regional Officer

California State University•Carson, CA

3d•$6,382 - $9,297

About The Position

The Office of Government and Community Relations is dedicated to building mutually-beneficial partnerships with business, government, and community-based organizations. In this role, we are committed to developing a climate in which CSUDH is viewed as the educational centerpiece of the South Bay region, worthy of investment and support from members of the greater community. Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President of External Relations, the Government and Community Relations Regional Officer is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strategic relationships with external stakeholders, including nonprofit organizations, the campus community, and may assist with local elected officials on behalf of the university. The incumbent designs and executes a range of initiatives that promote, elevate, and enhance the visibility of California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH). The incumbent develops outreach strategies at both the local and regional levels, implementing engagement programs, partnership initiatives, special events, community meetings, and assists with government advocacy that align with university priorities and foster support among community leaders and other external partners. Additionally, the incumbent may inform the Vice President of University Advancement, the Associate Vice President of External Relations, and other university leadership on key issues, initiatives, and opportunities that advance CSUDH’s mission in the areas of community engagement and public outreach. In accordance with Assembly Bill 963 (2020), the incumbent will serve as the primary lead on the university's civic engagement committee and voter engagement activities. The incumbent will lead the university's voter engagement committee and work with systemwide plans for all major elections as the civic and voter empower coordinator for the campus. This position will require occasional evenings, weekends, and travel.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in public administration, political science, communications, public relations, business administration, or a related field.
Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in government relations, community relations, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, or a related field.
Experience should include building partnerships with external organizations, coordinating programs or initiatives, and researching or analyzing issues to develop recommendations.
Valid CA Driver License

Nice To Haves

Master's degree from an accredited university.
6-7 years progressive work-related experience; previous experience at a university level.
Knowledge of event management.
Working knowledge of educational policy, experience in relationship building, cultivation, and stewardship; experience in community support building in greater LA County and in communities in and around CSUDH.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement community and government engagement activities that support university priorities by building partnerships with community organizations, nonprofit agencies, business organizations, and local government representatives.
Coordinate engagement efforts with key regional partners and stakeholders in support of university initiatives and government relation activities; assists with government advocacy.
Oversee coalitions of community, nonprofit, and business organizations around common interest areas with the university.
Monitor community issues and stakeholder concerns, analyze potential impacts to university initiatives, and provide updates and recommendations to the AVP of External Relations.
Gather and evaluate community feedback to identify emerging issues, inform outreach efforts, and support the development of engagement activities.