CSCU Associate Director of Government Relations

Associate Director Of Government Relations

The position serves as an advocate and strategist for the CSCU System on state, federal, and local policy matters within the Office of Government Relations. Reporting to the Senior Director of Government Relations and External Affairs, the position is expected to support the day-to-day government relations operations of the system including active lobbying, bill tracking, research, and preparation of testimony. The position will also function as an advisor to CSCU leadership, and as a resource for senior officers at the system and institutional level on legislative and political matters, providing guidance and consultation to them to enhance the effectiveness of their respective programs.

Example of Job Duties :

• Conduct research, prepare written analyses, and develop strategies to affect and influence present and proposed public policy, legislation, and regulation impacting the CSCU System
• Monitors progress of System sponsored legislation as well as other legislation that will impact the System; analyzes the impact of legislative proposals being considered by the General Assembly on the CSCU System.
• Informs the CSCU President and system Presidents on current state and federal policy and legislative activities and emerging issues.
• Supports the intersession policy development process, assess current and upcoming legislative priorities and opportunities and provide guidance and support regarding implementation and legislative intent of proposals.
• Facilitates extensive interactions with executives, administrators, legislative staff and others. In this role, the incumbent is expected to represent the system in a positive manner, maintaining a high degree of courtesy, cooperation, and respect and to collaborate with executives and other employees to ensure legislative proposals clearly articulate the intent and desired outcomes of proposals.
• Consulted regarding the administration of collective bargaining agreements and the potential impact on CSCU.
• Conducts effective lobbying and governmental relations efforts with federal, state and local officials and their staffs, supporting the System's interests and long-term goals. Works with the Legislature to advocate for the inclusion of CSCU System priorities in various programs and budgets. Communicates with interior and exterior stakeholders to secure support for legislative initiatives.
• Provide guidance and assistance to appropriate CSCU staff members with implementation of new or revised state law.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description.

Minimum Qualifications :

Candidates must possess proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. They are expected to have excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).

Starting Salary :

Minimum Salary; $100,000 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits. The salary will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications such as education and job-related experience, and internal equity.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous leave policies; several retirement plans; and many choices for comprehensive health insurance. You also have access to many additional benefits to save for retirement, protect your family & more with supplemental benefits. Tuition reimbursement may apply if applicable.

Application Instructions :

To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.

Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable. For more information or to apply via our website, visit www.ct.edu / hr / jobs.

Selection Procedure :

Following the closing date, application materials will be evaluated by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be limited to those applicants who are best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Candidates who have been selected and approved to interview will be contacted, and finalists will be recommended for further consideration by the Hiring Manager for final selection and recommendation for employment. The selection process may also include practical exercises (i.e., teaching demonstration and / or other written, technical, manipulative, or simulation exercises) to evaluate candidates' qualifications.

Background Screening :

All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination :

CSCU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, please contact CSCU-SO-Compliance@ct.edu.

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