Management Analyst-Intergovernmental Affairs

City of Flagstaff•Flagstaff, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Flagstaff is seeking a Management Analyst to lead our Intergovernmental Affairs program and shape the future of our community through strategic advocacy. In this high-impact role, you'll partner with contract lobbyists and the Arizona League of Cities and Towns to track legislation, craft advocacy strategies, and build lasting relationships with state and federal lawmakers. You'll also manage the city's annual lobbying trips and serve as a key policy liaison between Flagstaff and external agencies, all while contributing to exciting projects within the Communication and Civic Engagement Division. If you're passionate about public policy and want your work to directly influence the direction of a vibrant, growing city, we want to hear from you. By applying to this position, you are opening yourself to the opportunity to work in a critical division program and make a significant impact on the community we serve.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or a related field
Three (3) years of experience working in legislative affairs, public policy sector, or a related field
Any combination of relevant education and relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver’s license
Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Public Administration, or related field
Knowledge of principles of public policy issues, political issues, the functioning of the Arizona State Legislature, and effective lobbying methods

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
Leads the city’s Intergovernmental Affairs program
Works with the city’s contract lobbyists and the Arizona League of Cities and Towns to advance the city’s legislative goals
Reviews and researches legislation affecting the city; recommends and implements advocacy strategies
Drafts documents relevant to the city's legislative agenda to be used in lobbying efforts
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with Arizona state legislators, federal, state and local agencies, and staff
Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with local government entities, nonprofit organizations and other stakeholders to support joint initiatives and programs
Manages the annual state and federal lobbying trips, including developing materials and coordinating schedules with lobbyists
Frequently interacts with city leadership, elected officials, and external public and private agencies
Provides professional, executive, technical or administrative guidance to city leadership
Participates in meetings with external agencies, elected officials, private industries, or citizen commissions and boards, and represents the city’s interests
Acts as policy liaison between the City of Flagstaff and external agencies or organizations
Manages a variety of organizational programs, including but not limited to boards and commissions, ensuring effective operations, stakeholder communication, and compliance
Conducts a variety of complex, independent research projects to assist with executive, legislative, and administrative review
Responds to a wide variety of inquiries from internal and external customers including confidential or sensitive subject matter or materials and must be approached methodically with care and discretion
Safely operates a city vehicle in the performance of business-related activities and assigned duties

Benefits

Competitive pay
Outstanding benefits
Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
Deferred Compensation Options
Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Employer Tuition Assistance
Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
Tobacco Cessation Program
Employer Assistance Program
Recognition including Workiversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
Employee Discounts: Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers