Government Affairs Liaison

Pittsburgh Regional Transit

Pittsburgh, PA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,500–$105,800 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Driver's License, Government, Government Contracts, Government Relations, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public Policy, Public Transport, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
POSTED
9 days ago
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Government Affairs Liaison to serve as primary liaison between the PRT of Allegheny County (PRT) and elected officials and their staff for constituent issues relative to PRT and public transportation, engaging other PRT divisions and departments as necessary, working closely with the Chief Communications Officer, and using organizational data and messaging. Monitors, reports, and analyzes proposed legislation and government activities for the purpose of advising the PRT on matters relevant to the PRT and public transportation. Coordinates and directs PRT-contracted government relations consultants.

Essential Functions:

  • Serves as primary liaison between the Authority and elected officials and their staff for constituent issues relative to PRT and public transportation, engaging other PRT divisions and departments as necessary, working closely with the Chief Communications Officer, and using organizational data and messaging.

  • Monitors, reports, and analyzes proposed legislation and government activities for the purpose of advising the Authority on matters relevant to the Authority and public transportation.

  • Coordinates and directs Authority-contracted government relations consultants.

  • Conducts and develops analyses, reports and recommendations on relevant matters as needed and for the purpose of informing, advising and guiding Authority management.




Job requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, public policy or related field from an accredit college or university. Related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in public relations, government or related field. No certifications or licenses required. • Effective and professional communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with elected officials. • Effective interpersonal skills. • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Demonstrated project and time management skills. • Valid Pa driver’s license.

Preferred Attributes:

• Master’s degree in public policy, communications, law or similar area from an accredited college or university. • Direct experience working with federal, state and/or local legislative bodies. • Transit experience.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume.

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