To view full posting and to apply, see https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Ramsey/jobs/newprint/4726042. 

Ramsey County is hiring a Government Relations Specialist.

This position will be working with the county’s Health & Wellness Service team with a focus on health and human services county programming and funding.  The ideal candidate will have either background in this area or have a strong desire to build expertise in this policy area.  Under the direction of the Government Relations Director develop, advocate for and present information on county board initiatives and positions; participate in the development and operation of county processes for state and federal government relations functions; assist in the coordination and logistical operation of the legislative program; and to perform related duties as assigned.  This position is distinguished from the Government Relations Director in that the Government Relations Specialist has less than full responsibility for legislative activities of the county as authorized by the county board, works in collaboration with the Government Relations Director and extends coverage of legislative matters, where the Government Relations Director manages all aspects of the Government Relations function.

The position that is currently open will focus primarily on advancing the county’s legislative priorities in health and human services.

This position is considered non-partisan, and staff are expected to behave in a non-partisan fashion for successful performance in the job.

Examples of Work Performed

1. Collaborate with the Government Relations Director in the development and implementation of the county board’s annual federal and state legislative platforms, including identification and analysis of county priorities for advocacy.
2. Help to assess the policy impact of a response to proposed legislation affecting the county in coordination with department staff.   Prepare summaries, analyses, and updates of state or federal legislation that could impact Ramsey County programs, services, and operations.
3. Work closely with Health & Wellness Service Team on key policy and funding needs at the county.
4. Research and analyze existing or proposed legislation, studies, policies and programs for impact on Ramsey County; develop and present options for consideration by the county board and county leadership, and carry out follow-up activities as directed; and write correspondence or testimony on federal or state legislation as it relates to the county board’s legislative platform.
5. Serve as a resource to work with external organizations in the development of policy positions consistent with the interests of Ramsey County.
6. Lobby and present information on county board legislative initiatives and positions with legislators individually, at committee meetings, public hearings, or as appropriate within and outside of legislative sessions; communicate with all affected parties, both public and private; and provide additional information as needed to support the county’s interests.
7. Participate in the tracking of the progress and status of relevant state and federal legislation and develop related documentation; coordinate the annual distribution of all enacted state legislation to county departments that have primary responsibility for implementation.
8. Represent Ramsey County at meetings with staff from other governmental entities, public and private foundations (i.e., Association of Minnesota Counties, National Association of Counties, and the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce).
9. Convene, facilitate, and participate  in work teams that develop legislative proposals or policy options related to legislation for the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners, including directing efforts of staff from other county departments over whom there is no supervisory relationship.

To view full posting and to apply, see https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Ramsey/jobs/newprint/4726042.