New

Assistant Director of Intergovernmental Affairs

Broward County, Florida
$116,642.75 - $186,161.49 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
115 South Andrews Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 23, 2025
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES *This announcement will remain active until a sufficient number of applications have been received and may close at any time.* The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Assistant Director for the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs. Benefits of Broward County Employment High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.90 / Family $80.79 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Single $82.58 / Family $286.79 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation employee match Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Paid Parental Leave Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, political science, or closely related field. Requires six (6) years experience in state or federal governmental affairs with representation of a local government entity preferred or closely related experience, including two (2) years of supervisory experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Required None. Preferences Minimum one (1) year experience using legislative tracking software such as LobbyTools or POLITICO Pro DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Develop and implement short, medium, and long run advocacy strategies and tactics to support current and projected County priorities and policies; identify the specific strengths of the County's retained federal and state advocacy consulting firms to the current and projected County priorities and policies. Task each specific County retained federal and state advocacy consulting firm to support the short, medium, and long run federal advocacy strategies that have been developed; identify key public and private sector stakeholders that can positively advocate for current and projected County priorities and policies. Identify federal and state legislative and regulatory mechanisms that impact current and projected County priorities and policies; identify County assets that possess subject matter expertise on County priorities and policies; monitor daily federal and state political and policy activity as it directly relates to County priorities and policies. Communicate the occurrences and activities in the federal and state political landscape with the County's elected and appointed leadership; communicate the status of the County's current priorities and policies with the County's elected and appointed leadership; work with County Administration and elected leadership to clarify the County's current and projected federal and state advocacy policies and priorities. Monitor, analyze, and report on developing federal and state legislative issues that require immediate attention; directly communicate with the Director and other County agencies and offices to gather information and report on state level activity. Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders that support issues in the program and facilitate their engagement in the political process. Interpret and communicate policy regulations as it pertains to the County's advisory boards. Seek grant opportunities for County-based initiatives and review federal, state, and local regulations impacting grant programs. Perform related work as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. SPECIAL INFORMATION Competencies Business Insight Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. Ensures that the team understands and discusses relevant industry changes. Gives strong messages about how people's efforts make a difference to the broader organization. Manages Complexity Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Asks questions to encourage others to think differently and enrich their analyses of complex situations. Accurately defines the key elements of complex, ambiguous situations. Balances Stakeholders Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Shares stakeholder feedback while inspiring others to consistently seek input and learn from their internal and external stakeholders. Promotes an environment of high ethical standards and cross-cultural sensitivity in working with all stakeholders. Strategic Mindset Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. Is a strong big-picture thinker; makes frequent, clear references to the organization's vision and strategy and the efforts required to drive them forward. Effectively integrates long-term opportunities and challenges with day-to-day activities. Ensures Accountability Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Measures and tracks team's and own performance, and helps the team learn from success, failure, and feedback. Adheres to, and enforces, goals, policies, and procedures. Builds Networks Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. Makes connections to help people build their own networks; offers insights about internal and external contacts. Leverages networks to remain aware of industry developments and widen own sphere of influence. Organizational Savvy Maneuvers comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics. Appreciates the main elements of the organizational culture and politics; gives others advice on how to operate effectively. Brings initiatives to the attention of those who can act as champions and advocates. Persuades Uses compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others. Deftly explains how own ideas can advance others' interests and address their concerns. Uses sophisticated negotiation skills; earns concessions while building a sense of partnership. Expresses views with powerful conviction and rationale. Manages Ambiguity Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Remains calm and positive and keeps others focused during transitions or chaotic situations. Provides coaching or support to keep people moving forward despite incomplete information. Situational Adaptability Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Is a powerful role model for adaptability; adeptly shifts approach and helps others do the same. Can be both persistent and flexible, as needed. Helps others adapt swiftly to new situations. County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email to make an accommodation request. Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.