Children's Board
Job Overview
The position is responsible for the successful development and implementation of the Board of County Commissioners’ government relations activities at all levels of government on a continuous basis. Requires frequent interaction with Commissioners, Administration leadership, elected officials and staff at all levels of government, and interested stakeholders. Also serves as the Liaison Officer under Emergency Management, a defined command function. Additionally, engages on occasional, unannounced strategic projects as directed by the Board of County Commissioners and/or County Administrator; other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
High level of intelligence
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized
Honest and trustworthy
High level of discretion and decorum
Efficient in completing work
Self-directed
Able to work in team environment
High level of analytical thinking and comprehension in rapid fashion
Self-reflective and able to course correct
Duties and Responsibilities
Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below:
Develops and implements the Board of County Commissioners’ government relations activities. Work closely and collaboratively with executive staff to effectively promote all legislative positions and policy strategies to critical stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
Coordinates the resolution of differences between Hillsborough County BOCC and other political jurisdictions through conferences and discussions. Promotes mutually beneficial and cooperative relations between the County and other government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Ensures that timely, appropriate, and accurate information is provided to stakeholders.
Oversee correspondence with external stakeholders, including but not limited to legislative staff and other government agencies. Coordinates the County’s contacts and communication with federal, state, and other local government officials and agencies. Communicates, the County’s position on pending legislation to local, state, federal legislative bodies, lobbyist, executive staff, departments, community organizations, and local agencies at various functions.
Coordinates efforts involving the acquisition of grant funding for the County, stays up to date with grant opportunities available to the County, and coordinates and assists with the writing, submission and follow-up of grant applications.
Serves as the Liaison Officer under Emergency Management, a defined command function.
Engages on occasional, unannounced strategic projects as directed by the Board of County Commissioners and/or County Administrator.
Attends and participates in professional and community group meetings on behalf of the County Administrator/GRSS Chief Administrator, and elected officials; Stays up to date with local issues and new trends in the field of intergovernmental relations.
Analyzes legislation and recommend appropriate agency response. Solicits and analyzes input from city departments on the impact of proposed legislation. Prepares comprehensive reports to communicate the county’s priorities and policies.
Develops and implements the Board of County Commissioners’ government relations activities. Work closely and collaboratively with executive staff to effectively promote all legislative positions and policy strategies to critical stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
Other related duties as assigned.
Critical Thinking
-Highly Complex: Work is broad in scope covering one or more complicated areas. A high degree logical reasoning skills are required to address sometime intricate and complex issues. Decision Making -Highly Complex: Independent judgment guided by general direction is required to research and communicate various issues and concerns. Requires high level thinking to analyze issues and trends, and to provide effective findings and assessments in support of various organizational objectives. Communication
- Requires regular contact with Commissioners, high-level County Administrations executives, and other elected officials and staff. Involves considerable tact, discretion, and persuasion to gain the cooperation of others and to preserve a successful working relationship. Requires developing and maintaining ongoing external relationships with legislative and government officials. This position may involve handling extremely delicate/sensitive relationships, information, and complex situations. A well-developed sense of timing and an ability to provide detailed explanations and interpretation of rules, policies and regulations is required. Strategic Planning
-Coordinates with Commissioners, County administration, department leadership and points of contact, and external parties to accomplish assigned objectives. Managerial/Operational Skills - Responsible for coordinating multiple functions while attending to additional duties and responsibilities as required. Leadership
-Requires self-sufficiency, sound decision making, and trustworthiness. Analytical Ability
-Requires strong analytical skills to properly assess sensitive situations and key data to reach solutions. Managing Complexity
- Requiresmanaging multiple and often highly-complex scenarios, often simultaneously and at rapid speed. Job Specifications Knowledge of the assigned human resources functional area. Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, and agency policies affecting the assigned human resources functional area. General knowledge of human resources practices and understanding of how one action may impact different functional areas. Skills in making presentations to small and large groups. Ability to conduct research, collect, interpret and analyze data to understand workforce trends and patterns and develop logical conclusions. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and work processes. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to collaborate and work effectively with others. Ability to use a computer and related software. Physical Requirements Frequently sitting or standing at a desk or table. Requires excellent hearing and vision. Frequently indoors in an office environment Frequently travels locally and beyond, including travel necessitating overnight stays. Work Category Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly 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. Minimum Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required; AND At least 5 years of relevant government and/or lobbying experience at the local, state, and/or federal levels; AND Valid Class E Driver License; OR An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted below. (For education and experience only, does not include legally required Licenses or Certifications.); AND Valid Class E Driver License Emergency Management Responsibilities In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster
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-Highly Complex: Work is broad in scope covering one or more complicated areas. A high degree logical reasoning skills are required to address sometime intricate and complex issues. Decision Making -Highly Complex: Independent judgment guided by general direction is required to research and communicate various issues and concerns. Requires high level thinking to analyze issues and trends, and to provide effective findings and assessments in support of various organizational objectives. Communication
- Requires regular contact with Commissioners, high-level County Administrations executives, and other elected officials and staff. Involves considerable tact, discretion, and persuasion to gain the cooperation of others and to preserve a successful working relationship. Requires developing and maintaining ongoing external relationships with legislative and government officials. This position may involve handling extremely delicate/sensitive relationships, information, and complex situations. A well-developed sense of timing and an ability to provide detailed explanations and interpretation of rules, policies and regulations is required. Strategic Planning
-Coordinates with Commissioners, County administration, department leadership and points of contact, and external parties to accomplish assigned objectives. Managerial/Operational Skills - Responsible for coordinating multiple functions while attending to additional duties and responsibilities as required. Leadership
-Requires self-sufficiency, sound decision making, and trustworthiness. Analytical Ability
-Requires strong analytical skills to properly assess sensitive situations and key data to reach solutions. Managing Complexity
- Requiresmanaging multiple and often highly-complex scenarios, often simultaneously and at rapid speed. Job Specifications Knowledge of the assigned human resources functional area. Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, and agency policies affecting the assigned human resources functional area. General knowledge of human resources practices and understanding of how one action may impact different functional areas. Skills in making presentations to small and large groups. Ability to conduct research, collect, interpret and analyze data to understand workforce trends and patterns and develop logical conclusions. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and work processes. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to collaborate and work effectively with others. Ability to use a computer and related software. Physical Requirements Frequently sitting or standing at a desk or table. Requires excellent hearing and vision. Frequently indoors in an office environment Frequently travels locally and beyond, including travel necessitating overnight stays. Work Category Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly 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. Minimum Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required; AND At least 5 years of relevant government and/or lobbying experience at the local, state, and/or federal levels; AND Valid Class E Driver License; OR An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted below. (For education and experience only, does not include legally required Licenses or Certifications.); AND Valid Class E Driver License Emergency Management Responsibilities In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster
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