Government Affairs Officer-Dpss

The County of Riverside Department of Public Social Services is hiring a Government Affairs Officer, for the Strategic Planning & Analytics Branch (SPAB) located in Riverside.
At this time, the position has the opportunity to telework part time based on business need, however job expectations, at times may require in person interaction. Telework may change at any time and you will be expected to report to the office.This position will require travel to Sacramento periodically through out the year.
As a Government Affairs Officer, your main responsibility is to monitor existing and proposed legislation. You will work with subject matter experts to assess the impact of these changes on program services. You will also develop reports and databases to track and evaluate state and federal programs.
Another key duty is to prepare formal communications that highlight the implications of new legislation on the business, finances, and service delivery. You will work closely with program experts and the Executive Office to stay informed about policy changes and coordinate legislative efforts and to support long-term strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with legislative policies.
As the department's legislative liaison, you will attend committee meetings, conferences, and occasionally travel to advocate for the department and its customers.
Overall, your role as a Government Affairs Officer is to evaluate legislative impacts, facilitate communication, and ensure the department can provide services while considering fiscal considerations.
The most competitive candidates will have a strong background in analyzing legislation and bills. Proficiency in public speaking is highly valued, along with current/prior experience in Human Services programs. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is also highly desired.

Prepare a variety of reports and correspondence on behalf of the department; make presentations to governmental, departmental, interagency, and administrative commissions, and associated community agencies/groups.
Track, research and analyze new and revised legislation, and state and federal programs to evaluate impact on department programs; conduct issue analysis and report on findings for presentation and decision-making.
Represent the department at local, regional and statewide meetings, conferences, committees, and workgroups; coordinate and/or participate in special community events; may perform public speaking duties as required.
Study and evaluate the public's knowledge and interest in different program areas and develop or modify programs or projects to meet public needs.
Act as a liaison to other departments, local, state, and federal agencies, public officials, and community groups in matters relating to special programs or projects.
Facilitate coordination with cities, agencies and the public on various technical or legal aspects of program implementation.
Plan, organize and coordinate with department management and supervisors to develop policies, procedures, program specifications, and strategic goals.
Develop, coordinate, implement, and maintain long-range public awareness plans to communicate the mission, vision, goals, and objectives of the department and its programs.
Continually assess and evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements as needed.
Coordinate with staff to implement operational or administrative procedures; act as a consultant to department staff and other interested parties regarding program policies and procedures; communicate with various leaders across the department to develop intimate knowledge of program operations, needs and legislation's impact on each program across the department.
Prepare budget estimates and program justifications; analyze funding options and recommend alternative methods of financing for program implementation.
Assist in the preparation of pertinent annual reports; help prepare informational brochures on departmental activities and special programs, initiatives, or projects.
May interview, hire, train, and evaluate the performance of subordinate staff.
Education: (degree required) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in business administration, public administration, social sciences, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)
Experience: Two years of working within a governmental, non-profit or private organization performing at least two of the following functions: collecting and organizing data; researching, planning, analyzing, reviewing, or interpreting legislation/regulations; or evaluating and recommending programmatic best practices.
Knowledge of: Principles of government organization; applicable laws, rules, and regulations of department-related matters; program evaluation methods; principles of effective supervision, motivation, organization, training methods, and techniques; principles of planning, research and analysis of department issues and supporting legislation; familiarity with structures and functions of local, state and federal government.
Ability to: Plan, organize, develop, administer, and evaluate local, state and federal programs; communicate effectively and negotiate in oral and written form with individuals and groups of various organizational and socio-economic levels; establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other agencies and departments, community organizations, media, public officials, staff members, and the general public; effectively interpret laws, rules and regulations to members of the public, news media, County departments, and other agencies; perform difficult or complex analysis and evaluations involving independent judgment and initiative; prepare comprehensive, clear, and concise reports and correspondence; communicate effectively in situations requiring sensitivity, tact, persuasion, and the communication of technical programmatic instructions; analyze programs, generate and evaluate alternatives, reach practical conclusions, formulate recommendations, and institute effective solutions. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License will be required
Veterans' Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here (Download PDF reader).
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and current employees of the Department of Public Social Services may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:http://dao.rc-hr.com/.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the close date of the recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Proof of Education
All applicants are required to provide a copy of their degree or transcripts as verification of the education listed on their resume/application. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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For questions regarding this recruitment
Contact Yvette Marquez at ymarquez@rivco.org with any questions regarding this recruitment. Employment Type: Regular