Manager, Governmental Affairs

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The Manager, Governmental Affairs manages and administers the GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS programs of the Port of Oakland in accordance with the strategic plan of the Port as articulated by the Executive Director, approved by the Board of Port Commissioners, and implemented by the Chief Public Engagement Office.

Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed. Incumbent may perform other related duties at the equivalent level.

• Develops, implements, and monitors the Port's GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS policies, programs, and procedures; recommends to the Chief Public Engagement Officer and the Board of Port Commissioners proposed ordinances, resolutions, and legislation.
• Develops and directs the processes for gathering and accessing legislative information; oversees the development of legislation of and/or amendments to legislation of concern to the Port; serves as liaison to legislators.
• Coordinates GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS initiatives with media relations and community relations strategies to promote the Port of Oakland; assists in the preparation of publications, statements, press releases, and other promotional materials; ensures that Port achievements are disseminated; fosters goodwill.
• Represents the Port to a variety of constituencies, including community based organizations, professional associations, and elected and appointed officials; maintains effective communications with Port constituents.
• Recommends annual and long-term plans, programs, and budgets to the Chief Public Engagement Officer; manages the planning, formulation, and maintenance of expenditure control for Governmental Affairs; manages the performance of Governmental Affairs by reviewing actual versus planned performance.
• Reviews and analyzes legislation affecting the Port and transmits information to Port lobbyists, elected and appointed officials, and staff.
• Represents the Port's position on legislation to special interest groups, local, state, and federal agencies, and legislative representatives; proposes, initiates, and drafts legislation to address Port concerns and operational and business needs.
• Researches funding and reimbursement sources for Port projects and develops proposals to secure such funding and reimbursements.
• Develops and maintains ongoing effective contact with government officials in both Sacramento and Washington, DC, as well as with officials in the City of Oakland and Alameda County.
• Establishes and maintains regular contact with special interest groups related to Port operational and business needs, including community groups, environmental groups, school districts, corporate executives, and industry representatives.
• Maintains information on the Port's position on legislation and generates status reports to track legislation; develops and manages the process for providing legislative information to appropriate Port division directors and department managers.
• Supervises support staff, including writing formal performance evaluations.
• Performs other management functions which may be delegated by the Director of External Affairs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This position requires a combination of education and experience reflecting possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A typical combination would include graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in political science, mass communications, public administration, business administration, law or related field, PLUS five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in governmental relations. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Local, regional, state, and federal government legislative and funding processes.
• Aviation, maritime and commercial real estate industry policy issues, legislative developments and trade associations
• The City Charter, the Board of Port Commission bylaws and administrative rules, and Port policies and procedures.
• Civil Service Rules, Memoranda of Understanding, and other policies and procedures governing employee affairs.

Ability to:

• Define management issues and analyze problems by collecting needed information, evaluate and prioritize causal factors and effects, discard irrelevant factors, produce solutions, and take or recommend actions.
• Negotiate with other parties from widely diverse backgrounds, knowledge bases, and experiences with diplomacy.
• Meet goals and objectives through effective personnel assignments, supervision, performance evaluations, and resource allocation.
• Motivate subordinates and others through a presence of authority, responsibility and leadership.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
Stage I: Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Evaluation (Pass/Fail) -The first stage in the selection process will consist of an application and supplemental questionnaire appraisal review (pass/fail). Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire will not be given further consideration. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to the next stage. Only the most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to Stage II.

Stage II: Assessment Examination (Weighted 100%) - The second stage of the selection process may consist of a combination of job-related situational project exercises and an oral panel interview designed to assess technical knowledge and any additional KSAs. Job-related situational project exercises may consist of written exercises, performance exercises or other situational exercises that would assess the KSAs. The Assessment Examination is designed to test the applicant's overall aptitude for the position.
Candidates must achieve a scale score of 70 or more on this examination to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. The Port reserves the right to modify the selection process, as necessary, to conform to administrative or business necessity.
ADVISORIES

Immigration and Reform Control Act: In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, the Port of Oakland will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Social Security card must be presented, and the name on it must match the name on the application.
Americans with Disabilities (ADA): In compliance with State and Federal Laws, the Port of Oakland will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The Port is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the selection process and in the work environment. Individuals invited to advance in the examination process will be provided the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.


Must possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time and for the duration of appointment.
Must be available for on-call duty as required by emergency situations or as required for uninterrupted operations.
Must be willing to work overtime and evenings.
Must be willing to travel to regional offices and to Sacramento and Washington, D.C.
This classification requires each incumbent to successfully complete a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check, which will include a fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA), prior to being considered for this position. This status must be maintained for the duration of employment at the Port of Oakland. Employment Type: Full-Time