• Job Description

  Req#: 5421

  Overview

  Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

  JOB SUMMARY:

  Researches, analyzes, reports and provides guidance to Fort Bend County Judge’s Office on legislative and public policy initiatives in order to push necessary funding for Fort Bend County residents and community as a whole. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

  Responsibilities

  • Researches, tracks, analyzes, compiles and reports legislative and funding priorities for Fort Bend County.
  • Drafts and creates written reports, memos, one-pagers, and PowerPoint presentations on legislative/public policy findings, problems and solutions.
  • Keeps constant communication with other counties, stakeholders, members of the Texas Legislature, Congress, and state and federal agencies.
  • Responds to citizen's questions and complaints; resolves or refers to appropriate person; responds to correspondence and telephone calls or refers to appropriate person.
  • Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

  Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, or related field.
  • 2 years of job related experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, department and elected officials.
  • Strong verbal and written communication, organizational and computer skills.

  • Must possess basic supervision principles; maintaining relationships between local, state and federal governments, public interest groups and private enterprise.

  • Knowledge of the principles of public administration, organization, and management including methods of performing complex administrative, organizational and procedural analyses.

  • Knowledge of methods and procedures of public finance and budgeting; detailed organizational and functional structure of County government; long-range financial planning and financing methods and practices of local governments; local, state and federal laws, regulations and procedures affecting functions of the County.

  • Strong experience in contract management.

  • Supervise and/or direct the work; independently research, analyze and make effective recommendations on administrative, management, budgetary and fiscal practices, procedures and problems; prepare, negotiate and administer contracts; research, compile and analyze statistical and other complex data; write complex reports in a logical, comprehensive, concise manner; prioritize workload efficiently, without direct instruction, to meet deadlines under changing conditions; exercise initiative; facilitate, coordinate and negotiate between staff members of different County and non-County departments and offices.

  • Must acquire subject matter expertise in program specific projects; initiate and develop efficient, cost-effective policies; prepare reports and present ideas orally and in writing.

  • Ability to win and maintain confidence and cooperation of others and establish and maintain effective relationships on projects.

  COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  Compensation will be dependent upon experience and education. Fort Bend County offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, Section 125 Flex Spending account, and longevity pay. Fort Bend County ‘s retirement includes participation in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) and a 457 (b) plan for employee deferrals. The County matches 2:1at retirement. TCDRS members are eligible for retirement upon meeting specific criteria.

  CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

  To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

  All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

  Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

  For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

  Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

• About the company

  Fort Bend County is a county located in the US state of Texas.

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