Intergovernmental Affairs Manager

City of Hialeah Municipal Government • Cocoa, FL

9d • $60,000 - $100,000

About The Position

This position serves as a key member of the City’s leadership team under the Executive Division in the Mayor’s Office. This employee leads the professional, administrative and managerial duties overseeing the City’s intergovernmental efforts and is the liaison between the city and governmental agencies and officials to promote legislative efforts that benefit the City. This position exercises independent professional judgment and provides valuable assistance and support to the City’s leadership and the mayor.

Requirements

• Proven experience in government affairs or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of the legislative process and political landscape.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and public speaking skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret legislation and policy.
• Advanced degree in Political Science, Law, Public Policy, or related field.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business or a related field and a minimum 5 years of experience in governmental affairs or government administration.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must have ability to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, stand, hear, hands to finger dexterity, handle, feel or operate objects, read and write English.
• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office equipment; such as but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier and fax machines.
• Must be able to lift, carry and or push articles weighing up to 20 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Established relationships with government officials and regulatory bodies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements legislative strategies that align with the City’s objectives.
• Prepares briefs, writes detailed and complex management reports, and compiles and disseminates a variety of information.
• Monitors proposed legislation and regulations at all levels of government for potential impact to the city.
• Represents the City before government bodies and officials.
• Builds and maintains relationships with government officials, industry associations, and advocacy groups.
• Advises the City’s leadership on potential political risks and opportunities.
• Provides legal opinion and assistance to official municipal advisory boards and committees.
• Develops and oversees the organization’s legislative funding strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees