400 West Congress Street

Tucson Arizona 85701

Annual Salary: $74000

This position will remain open until business needs are met

The Impact & Development Manager develops manages and implements key program efforts on behalf of the Southern Arizona Office. This person is responsible for leading and overseeing all strategic planning efforts that support the growth and sustainability of the Hobbs administration including working closely with PLIA OSI ORR and OTR to support key goals and initiatives in the Southern Arizona region.

They are responsible for providing leadership in planning communication coordination and facilitation as needed to Governors Office staff Southern Arizona stakeholders and miscellaneous external partners. Must have the ability to work independently and manage numerous projects with attention to detail.

This position will attend tours visits foster new connections join meetings groups or councils as aligned with engagement strategies and office goals. The Impact & Development Manager reports directly to the Director and must be able to work with diverse groups across Southern Arizona.

The Ideal Candidate will:

Have a deep commitment to public service under the leadership of the Hobbs Administration and be ready to dive into the work during a heavily political transition year. This person will be a motivated multitasking professional that uses creativity and innovation to translate program initiatives into measurable outcomes with meaningful narratives.

The ideal candidate will be a clear communicator and skilled in using data to inform decisions and manage a portfolio working along different policy areas. This individual must be an exceptional relationship builder who can foster trust with Southern Arizona stakeholders and members of the community.

This position demands a critical thinker with creative problem solving skills to tackle and identify challenges as they arise. This person must work well with diverse teams and communities ensuring the impact of the work is equitable and accurately informed.The candidate should be innovative proactive and able to leverage their lived experiences and background to bring authenticity and insight to their work.

Further the candidate must demonstrate political acumen uphold the highest standards of integrity and exercise discretion and professionalism in all aspects of the role.

Responsible for tracking external meetings for awareness including but not limited to Mayor & Council Rio Nuevo PAG/RTA and the County Board of Supervisors State Transportation Board etc

Maintain robust network of key Southern Arizona stakeholders to identify meetings events and activities that support the offices strategic initiatives

Tracks media to ensure awareness of Southern Arizona region in the news including but not limited to socials forums and local newspapers

Researching existing policy solutions to help inform new and innovative approaches to accomplish key administration initiatives

Work closely with Operations Manager to ensure preparation and execution of successful Governor visits and other office events

Support the Director with tracking and managing key correspondence and action items from internal and external meetings

Track and evaluate valuable legislative actions such as vetoes bills and executive orders signed into law by the Governor

Work with Operations Manager to create and write newsletter content support with strategic content development

Support the Director with the attendance planning and execution of strategic engagement in Southern Arizona

Develops and implements an effective system for recruitment supervision support and coordination of interns

Maintain awareness of the Governors executive budget and administration priorities during legislative season

Support Southern Arizona team in capturing photos of events meetings and other engagement activities

Organizes project ideas meeting records and strategic policy documents for easy and efficient access

Create briefing documents write memos and collect background information as needed

Ensure effective processes are put in place to help accomplish the goals of the office

Advises Director on adequate follow through on strategic projects and initiatives

Identifies opportunities to amplify stories and activities from Southern Arizona

Support Operations Manager with administrative or logistical tasks as needed

Track and evaluate key engagements and policy issues on tracking software

Lead and oversee strategic initiative efforts in the office

Willingness to contribute ideas content and support with organizational responsibilities in the preparation of the annual report

Communication skills that convey information accurately and intentionally including verbal nonverbal written and visual

Ability to exercise sound judgment to handle unexpected changes and priorities in a fast paced ever changing environment

Proficiency in professional writing including but not limited to memos newsletters policy briefings and white papers

Ability to work independently or as part of a team of diverse projects that accomplish the Governors policy goals

Ability to support office goals by identifying key strategic engagement opportunities in Southern Arizona

Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and discretion in managing highly sensitive information

Support with advancing staffing community relations and communications needs of the office

Ability to build maintain and grow relationships with a wide range of stakeholders

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

Ability to work in high pressure fast paced environments that are in constant flux

Attend recurring meetings in various business sectors and policy areas as needed

Flexibility with work schedule including occasional evenings and weekends

Ability to travel throughout Southern Arizona (occasional overnights)

Commitment to engaging with a diverse group of people

Ability to work within deadlines as assigned

A strong understanding of stakeholders in Southern Arizona and network of community business public and private sector leaders

Ability to research organize and/or evaluate initiatives persons and current events to prepare background information materials

Robust project management program development and impact analysis experience that can be transferred to a government role

Familiarity with the Southern Arizona landscape and understanding of urban and rural communities

Strong public speaking skills and ability to prepare remarks scripts etcbas needed

Developed analytical critical thinking and problem solving skills

Experience working for an elected office

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license record checks must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R.12.)

Requires possession of and ability to retain a current valid state-issued drivers license appropriate to the assignment

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance deferred compensation plans and supplemental life insurance

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Sick leave

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ariel Gonzalez at for assistance