Inter-Governmental Affairs Officer

Spokane County•Village of Fonda, NY

2d•$70,144 - $98,167•Onsite

About The Position

The position coordinates and executes the public policy and communications programs of the Spokane County Treasurer’s Office. It involves developing public policy research, tracking issues, formulating and executing outreach programs, and developing information strategies for the office. The incumbent is directly responsible to the County Treasurer for providing technical assistance in assigned areas. Duties include advising the Treasurer and informing district representatives and the public on matters related to the delivery of Treasurer’s Office programs and services. Working under broad guidelines and with minimal supervision, serves as the County Treasurer’s liaison to local boards and commissions and to regional governmental entities. The incumbent is retained in employment at the pleasure of the County Treasurer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, Public Policy or related discipline
Two (2) years of relevant work experience in the public sector.
Knowledge of public information strategy and the principles and methods used in the preparation of public information materials.
Knowledge of methods of determining needs for public information and education.
Knowledge of Treasurer’s Office services and programs.
Knowledge of public administration practices.
Knowledge of public policy research and development.
Skilled in the use of computers and related software applications including Microsoft Office Suite and graphic design software.
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with supervisors and coworkers, personnel from other County departments, various community organizations, municipalities, agencies, and the public.
Skilled in persuasive and informative writing.
Skilled in articulating information and strategies.
Skilled in public speaking.
Ability to effectively multi-task to produce high quality work while meeting deadlines.
Ability to handle potentially stressful situations and respond appropriately.
Ability to produce written correspondence for internal and external distribution.
Ability to maintain strict office confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Serves as the office point of contact to district representatives, public officials and staff in all relevant branches of government.
Keeps the Treasurer and Chief Deputy Treasurer advised on all matters relating to legislative and regulatory matters as appropriate.
Evaluates, researches and analyzes ordinances, resolutions, legal and policy reviews and other issues.
Develops communications programs to effectively provide public outreach and public education matters on behalf of the Treasurer’s Office.
Coordinates responses to media inquiries as appropriate.
Develops communication tools including fact sheets, newsletters, brochures, articles, reports, news releases and social media that advance the public information program’s goals.
Tracks and responds to constituent inquiries and casework on behalf of the Treasurer.
Participates and represents the Treasurer on behalf of the Treasurer’s Office before local legislative bodies, committees, taskforces, workgroups and related groups reporting on items of interest.
May prepare, balance and submit departmental payroll, including calculating and processing overtime, out-of-class pay, contract settlements, retroactive pay, etc.; reconcile payroll registers with Auditor’s department; maintain departmental payroll records, including records of leave usage, overtime and hours worked.
May initiate, prepare and ensure the accuracy of hard copy and electronic Personnel Action forms for new hires, salary increases, transfers, promotions, disciplinary action, terminations, retirements, and resignations.
May prepare, review and submit payment vouchers, purchase orders, etc.
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.