Manager of Government Relations

Manager Of Government Relations

The Manager of Government Relations will lead a dynamic team that actively works to pass legislation, find funding, and create partnerships that help implement SANDAG's highest priorities for the San Diego region. By working directly with elected officials and staff, stakeholders, and the community at the binational, federal, state, and regional levels, the Government Relations team places SANDAG at the forefront of policy discussions and serves as a model for regional planning and project delivery through its legislative and partnership programs.

Job Responsibilities :

• Advise the Director of Public Affairs on legislative matters, borders developments, and regional issues related to SANDAG programs, activities, and operations.
• Oversee development and implementation of the annual SANDAG Legislative Program; identify policy changes and funding opportunities that support agency programs and initiatives; monitor and report on legislative and regulatory actions.
• Oversee implementation of the agency's Borders Program; including activities that foster collaboration between SANDAG, neighboring counties, tribal governments, and the Republic of Mexico; and advancement of SANDAG participation in key borders forums and policymaking discussions.
• Oversee implementation of the Regional Affairs Program; including engagement with the Board of Directors and Policy Advisory Committees and partnership opportunities with regional and local stakeholders to advance SANDAG policies, projects, and programs.
• Represent the Legislative Affairs program to other SANDAG departments, the Board of Directors, Policy Advisory Committees, elected officials, outside agencies and organizations, and / or community groups.
• Supervise, mentor, train, and provide career development opportunities for supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative level employees.

Typical Qualifications :

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including :