• Job Description

  Req#: 473112

  Job Closes: 3/17/2024

  
  

  GENERAL SUMMARY

  Develops and implements intergovernmental and public information programs, events, and materials designed to promote and advance the mission and goals of the San Antonio River Authority.

  Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

  • Develops and implements intergovernmental and public information projects from inception to completion; meeting project requirements, deadlines, budget, and quality standards. Supports the planning, project development, project operation elements, and strategic initiatives related to the River Authority’s mission.
  • Establishes relationships with elected officials and their staff, public agency staff, chambers of commerce, and other San Antonio River Basin civic groups to convey River Authority projects, vision, and mission.
  • Initiates, develops, implements, and staffs intergovernmental and community meetings and events including local, regional, and state legislative committee hearings and meetings, public meetings and events, luncheons, and field trips.
  • Manages stakeholder processes for major projects of the River Authority, including public input meetings and stakeholder committees. Coordinates interactions with stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and senior leaders.
  • Assists in the development of the federal, state, and local legislative agendas. Tracks progress of legislative and congressional strategies for the River Authority and reports updates to the Board, Executive Team, and Managers. Reviews and analyzes regulations, legislation, laws, and public policy for updates.
  • Creates public information materials for the River Authority including brochures, newsletters, news releases, media advisories, speaking/copy points, presentations, and other necessary materials. Supports social media activities across multiple platforms. Develops and oversees the distribution of a variety of informational materials to special interest groups.
  • Serves as a department liaison for one or more internal departments.
  • Delivers River Authority (Speakers Bureau) presentations throughout the district.
  • Performs related work as required.

  SUPERVISOR REQUIREMENT

  • Senior Government Affairs Specialist may supervise the Government Affairs Specialists I-II.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  Required Education and Experience

  • Government Affairs Specialist I: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Communications or a related discipline, and two (2) years’ of progressively responsible experience in intergovernmental, elected officials or in government affairs for an interest group; or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Government Affairs Specialist II: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Communications or a related discipline, and three (3) years’ of progressively responsible experience in intergovernmental, elected officials or in government affairs for an interest group; or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Senior Government Affairs Specialist: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Communications or a related discipline, and four (4) years’ of progressively responsible experience in intergovernmental, elected officials or in government affairs for an interest group; or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

  Required Licenses or Certifications

  • None

  Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.

  COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

  Knowledge of:

  • The organization’s mission and vision
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Website research and social media techniques

  Skills and Abilities:

  • Oral and written communication; executing work per organizational bylaws and guiding documents
  • Technical writing and report preparation
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
  • Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and SARA Core Values of Stewardship, Integrity, and Excellence.

  WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  Work Environment and Physical Effort: (check the appropriate box:)

  	Physical Effort Requirements
  Work Environment	Sedentary	Medium	Heavy
  Good: Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
  Satisfactory: Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
  Disagreeable: Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

  Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

  Medium: Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

  Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

  
  

  WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS continued

  Work Locations: (select one frequency choice for each location listed:)

  	Work Environment Locations
  Work Locations: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be in the following types of environments:	Seldom or Never	Sometimes	Frequently or Often
  Office or similar indoor environment	☐	☐	☒
  Outdoor environment	☐	☒	☐
  Street environment (near moving traffic)	☒	☐	☐
  Construction site	☐	☒	☐
  Confined space	☒	☐	☐
  Vehicle	☐	☒	☐
  Warehouse environment	☒	☐	☐
  Other: (Specify: )	☐	☐	☐

  Exposures: (select one frequency choice for each exposure listed:)

  	Exposures
  Exposures: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be exposed to the following environmental exposures.	Seldom or Never	Sometimes	Frequently or Often
  Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)	☒	☐	☐
  Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)	☒	☐	☐
  Communicable diseases	☒	☐	☐
  Moving mechanical parts	☒	☐	☐
  Fumes or airborne particles	☒	☐	☐
  Poison ivy, wasps, snakes, and other natural hazards	☒	☐	☐
  Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances	☒	☐	☐
  Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)	☒	☐	☐
  Other: (Specify: )	☐	☐	☐

  San Antonio River Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

  
  

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