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Ramsey County Government Relations Specialist

Description

Government Relations Specialist (Unclassified)

Salary
$79,366.10 - $117,891.96 Annually
Location
(Ramsey County Courthouse) Saint Paul, MN
Job Type
Full Time
Department
22C01-Countywide Communications/Admn
Job Number
0503-19/09-001
 
 
Closing
Continuous

Basic Function

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

If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules, i.e. promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this job, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list of job descriptions.

This position will remain open for application until filled: applicants should respond promptly as initial screening of resumes will occur on October 14, 2019.
 

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, analysis, and updates of state or federal legislation that could impact Ramsey County programs, services, and operations.
  3. 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.
  4. Serve as a resource to work with external organizations in the development of policy positions consistent with the interests of Ramsey County.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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).
  8. 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.
 
(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification.  Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in public administration, policy, political science, government, public affairs, or a related area of study.

Experience: Four years of experience working on intergovernmental and legislative issues.

Substitution:  A Master's Degree in an area of study related to the job may substitute for two years of the required experience.

Certifications/Licensure:  None.
 
 

Exam/Screening Process Information

This is an unclassified*, at-will position, holding a confidential relation to the department head or elected official.  This position requires an open screening and selection process.  There is no exam for this unclassified, at-will position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for consideration.  

To Apply: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; applicants should respond promptly as the initial screening of application materials will occur on October 14, 2019. Initial interviews of the best qualified applicants are tentatively planned for the week of October 21, 2019.  Please complete an on-line application at Ramsey County Jobs and attach a resume and cover letter detailing your experience.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from appointment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

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