Intergovernmental Relations Associate (Assistant to the Mayor I)

The City of Saint Paul is seeking an Intergovernmental Relations Associate to support Mayor Hers administration in advancing the Citys legislative and policy priorities. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative professional who enjoys public policy government relations and making an impact on issues that affect Saint Paul residents.

Heres what you can expect to do:

• Advocate for the Citys legislative and policy priorities with state federal and local government partners.
• Monitor and report on legislative activity including bills committees and policy developments.
• Draft and coordinate legislative communications correspondence and related materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials agencies and stakeholder organizations.
• Coordinate meetings testimony opportunities and public engagement efforts.
• Research and track state and federal funding opportunities.
• Staffing the Mayor regularly at community and Capitol functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of legislative processes government relations and coalition-building strategies.
• Ability to analyze policy issues and assess impacts on local government operations.
• Understanding of municipal budgeting public finance and public administration.
• Strong written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders and community partners.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Word and Excel.

The position is part of the Non-Represented City Managers employee group (Employee Group 17) and the salary range is $50000 - $75000 annually with starting salary dependent on qualifications and experience.

In addition to a competitive salary the City of Saint Paul offers a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package designed to support your health financial well-being and work-life balance.

Equity Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial cultural and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Bachelors Degree in Public Administration Political Science Government Affairs Public Policy Law Urban Studies Communications or a related field AND experience in legislative affairs government relations public policy intergovernmental relations lobbying legislative advocacy or closely related experience.

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload or submit the following required documentsvia the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
   • Cover letter
   • Resume

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Unclassified Posting:This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules.

Final Selection Process: The selection process will include a review and evaluation of your qualifications. We will notify candidates who are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview. The selection process will include a review and evaluation of your qualifications.