City of Long Beach
STATE GOVERNMENT RELATIONS OFFICER (COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER)
City of Long Beach, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
STATE GOVERNMENT RELATIONS OFFICER (COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER)
Open position, at‑will.
Salary Range: $104,979.11 – $142,858.67
About the Port The Port of Long Beach is one of the world’s busiest seaports and a major international gateway for trade. It is a leader in environmental stewardship and supports millions of jobs in the region and the nation.
The Team The Government Relations Division builds strong connections between the Port and elected officials, legislative staff, agency leaders, and appointed officials at the local, state, and federal levels. The Division also oversees education and workforce development programming to connect students and workers with training and job opportunities in the supply chain.
Responsibilities
Manage day‑to‑day advocacy efforts at the state level.
Assist in establishing short‑ and long‑range goals, objectives, policy recommendations, and strategies.
Track state legislation, regulatory policies, local ordinances, policy trends, budgetary matters, grant opportunities, and news stories affecting Port operations.
Provide research, background, bill analyses, technical assistance, and recommendations to directors and executives.
Draft legislative correspondence, policy briefs, summaries, talking points, and fact sheets.
Review and analyze the state budget process and advocate for funding to support Port projects.
Perform strategic analyses and develop legislative strategies to influence Port interests.
Coordinate with state and federal advocates on legislative priorities.
Coordinate with the Manager of Government Relations and Division staff on legislative, policy matters, special events, and project needs.
Maintain communications between the Port and contracted advocates, apprises, and educate entities regarding Port projects and funding priorities.
Maintain communications with Port leadership, legislative offices, and relevant agencies.
Conduct outreach to develop and maintain relationships with key legislators, legislative staff, and agency leaders.
Respond to legislative inquiries or requests from legislative offices, regulatory agencies, business/community organizations, and the general public.
Work with Port advocates and internal staff to monitor, pursue, and procure grant opportunities.
Assist in securing letters from legislative offices and industry partners for grant applications and projects.
Participate in Port task forces, committees, and relevant legislative, community, and business association meetings as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or a closely related field.
Minimum three years of professional experience in policy development, legislative research, advocacy, or intergovernmental relations.
Experience working with state elected officials, legislative staff, and advocates.
Knowledge of state, local, legislative, budgetary, and grant processes.
Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Technical Skills
Broad working knowledge of legislative analysis, public policy, and effective advocacy principles.
Knowledge of public agency programs, policies, operations, and related legislative and intergovernmental issues.
Knowledge of state and local legal requirements and guidelines governing public meetings.
Ability to analyze, interpret, and explain the bill enactment process and public policy, regulatory, budgetary, and community matters.
Strong written communication skills.
Research and analytical skills using legislative databases, internet, and other tools.
Effective oral presentation skills.
Desirable
Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or a closely related field.
At least two years of supervisory experience.
Port, federal, city, or supply chain industry experience.
Strong leadership background.
Second language speaking ability.
Benefits
Retirement – CalPERS 2% @ 62, coordinated with Social Security.
Group Health Insurance – Medical, dental, HMO and PPO, free vision coverage.
Vacation – equivalent to two weeks, usable after six months of service.
Sick Leave – accrued 8 hours per month.
Paid Parental Leave – up to 30 consecutive days for eligible employees.
Holidays – 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year plus four personal holidays.
Education Reimbursement – tuition reimbursement program.
Public Student Loan Forgiveness – qualified under PSLF program.
529 college savings plan – ScholarShare529 plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Legal
Industries Government Administration
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Salary Range: $104,979.11 – $142,858.67
About the Port The Port of Long Beach is one of the world’s busiest seaports and a major international gateway for trade. It is a leader in environmental stewardship and supports millions of jobs in the region and the nation.
The Team The Government Relations Division builds strong connections between the Port and elected officials, legislative staff, agency leaders, and appointed officials at the local, state, and federal levels. The Division also oversees education and workforce development programming to connect students and workers with training and job opportunities in the supply chain.
Responsibilities
Manage day‑to‑day advocacy efforts at the state level.
Assist in establishing short‑ and long‑range goals, objectives, policy recommendations, and strategies.
Track state legislation, regulatory policies, local ordinances, policy trends, budgetary matters, grant opportunities, and news stories affecting Port operations.
Provide research, background, bill analyses, technical assistance, and recommendations to directors and executives.
Draft legislative correspondence, policy briefs, summaries, talking points, and fact sheets.
Review and analyze the state budget process and advocate for funding to support Port projects.
Perform strategic analyses and develop legislative strategies to influence Port interests.
Coordinate with state and federal advocates on legislative priorities.
Coordinate with the Manager of Government Relations and Division staff on legislative, policy matters, special events, and project needs.
Maintain communications between the Port and contracted advocates, apprises, and educate entities regarding Port projects and funding priorities.
Maintain communications with Port leadership, legislative offices, and relevant agencies.
Conduct outreach to develop and maintain relationships with key legislators, legislative staff, and agency leaders.
Respond to legislative inquiries or requests from legislative offices, regulatory agencies, business/community organizations, and the general public.
Work with Port advocates and internal staff to monitor, pursue, and procure grant opportunities.
Assist in securing letters from legislative offices and industry partners for grant applications and projects.
Participate in Port task forces, committees, and relevant legislative, community, and business association meetings as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or a closely related field.
Minimum three years of professional experience in policy development, legislative research, advocacy, or intergovernmental relations.
Experience working with state elected officials, legislative staff, and advocates.
Knowledge of state, local, legislative, budgetary, and grant processes.
Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Technical Skills
Broad working knowledge of legislative analysis, public policy, and effective advocacy principles.
Knowledge of public agency programs, policies, operations, and related legislative and intergovernmental issues.
Knowledge of state and local legal requirements and guidelines governing public meetings.
Ability to analyze, interpret, and explain the bill enactment process and public policy, regulatory, budgetary, and community matters.
Strong written communication skills.
Research and analytical skills using legislative databases, internet, and other tools.
Effective oral presentation skills.
Desirable
Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or a closely related field.
At least two years of supervisory experience.
Port, federal, city, or supply chain industry experience.
Strong leadership background.
Second language speaking ability.
Benefits
Retirement – CalPERS 2% @ 62, coordinated with Social Security.
Group Health Insurance – Medical, dental, HMO and PPO, free vision coverage.
Vacation – equivalent to two weeks, usable after six months of service.
Sick Leave – accrued 8 hours per month.
Paid Parental Leave – up to 30 consecutive days for eligible employees.
Holidays – 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year plus four personal holidays.
Education Reimbursement – tuition reimbursement program.
Public Student Loan Forgiveness – qualified under PSLF program.
529 college savings plan – ScholarShare529 plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Legal
Industries Government Administration
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