Broward College
Vice President, Government and Community Affairs
Broward College, Holcombe, Wisconsin, United States
Overview
Broward College, located in sunny South Florida, is a large state college with an enrollment of approximately 50,000 students and 4,000 employees. The College was rated as a best-in-state employer by Forbes and a top 10 community college by the Aspen Institute.
Responsibilities
Shape and advocate the College’s public policy agenda at the state, local, and federal levels.
Develop and evaluate legislative initiatives while liaising with state and local government agencies, elected officials, community partners, and educational entities to advance the College’s mission.
Enhance the College’s public effectiveness, ensuring responsiveness to emerging higher education issues and regulatory developments.
Identify emerging higher education issues and shape appropriate responses.
Strengthen the College’s political effectiveness through engagement with legislative delegations, business, and college communities.
Act as a liaison with government agencies, organizations, and associations, providing updates to state and national bodies, including the Florida Legislature and members of Congress.
Manage relationships with local non-profit organizations to advance the College’s mission and initiatives.
Analyze policy issues, advocate for the College's interests, and develop strategic partnerships to support public policy goals.
Communicate policy positions across various audiences, representing the College in public forums and media.
Draft policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy materials.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
10 years of progressive experience in public policy, government affairs, or community relations.
Demonstrated experience in higher education policy and legislative processes.
Extensive experience in developing and executing legislative strategies and campaigns.
Strong understanding of legislative processes and government operations across local, state, and federal levels.
Knowledge of higher education policy issues, trends, and key political stakeholders.
Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Effective relationship-building, influencing, and negotiation abilities.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in technology for research, communication, and data analysis.
Ability to thrive independently and collaborate within teams in a fast‑paced environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.
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Responsibilities
Shape and advocate the College’s public policy agenda at the state, local, and federal levels.
Develop and evaluate legislative initiatives while liaising with state and local government agencies, elected officials, community partners, and educational entities to advance the College’s mission.
Enhance the College’s public effectiveness, ensuring responsiveness to emerging higher education issues and regulatory developments.
Identify emerging higher education issues and shape appropriate responses.
Strengthen the College’s political effectiveness through engagement with legislative delegations, business, and college communities.
Act as a liaison with government agencies, organizations, and associations, providing updates to state and national bodies, including the Florida Legislature and members of Congress.
Manage relationships with local non-profit organizations to advance the College’s mission and initiatives.
Analyze policy issues, advocate for the College's interests, and develop strategic partnerships to support public policy goals.
Communicate policy positions across various audiences, representing the College in public forums and media.
Draft policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy materials.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
10 years of progressive experience in public policy, government affairs, or community relations.
Demonstrated experience in higher education policy and legislative processes.
Extensive experience in developing and executing legislative strategies and campaigns.
Strong understanding of legislative processes and government operations across local, state, and federal levels.
Knowledge of higher education policy issues, trends, and key political stakeholders.
Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Effective relationship-building, influencing, and negotiation abilities.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in technology for research, communication, and data analysis.
Ability to thrive independently and collaborate within teams in a fast‑paced environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.
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