CHIEF GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS LIAISON

Job Summary :

The Chief Government and Community Affairs Liaison will report to the OEO Director and will be responsible for planning, directing, and managing the department's legislative interests. Duties include tracking legislation, preparing leadership for legislative testimony, and representing the department at key meetings with the Governor's Office and the Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC).

The Chief Government and Community Affairs Liaison will also manage special projects, providing comprehensive research and strategic recommendations to the Director's Office to support departmental goals and initiatives. The Chief Legislative Liaison will be supported by a tribal liaison who can also support policy research and analysis.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Job Duties :

Legislative Affairs :

• Lead legislative affairs for the Department, including acting as the designated agency lobbyist and liaison with the Arizona State Legislature, Governor's office, and other federal, state, local, and private entities
• Working with the executive branch and the Director to formulate policy and provide feedback to the legislature on bills
• Tracks legislative activity and speaks on behalf of the department on matters of legislative policy
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with lobbyists and external partners

Stakeholder Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs :

Private Sector Collaboration :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

Knowledge of :

Skills in :

Ability to :

Selective Preference(s) :

Pre-Employment Requirements :

Benefits :

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include :

Retirement :