Parks, Recreation & Open Spaces Intergovernmental Affairs Administration

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree. Four years of progressive, professional experience in intergovernmental relations, legislative analysis, public policy research, or public agency administration is required.

Recruitment Notes

This senior-level administrative and policy position is responsible for directing and overseeing the Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Departments intergovernmental, legislative, and governmental affairs functions. The position serves as a principal advisor to executive leadership on legislative initiatives, policy development, governmental relations, and matters affecting departmental operations, programs, and strategic priorities.

Responsibilities include managing the Departments legislative agenda and coordination processes; analyzing proposed legislation and governmental policies; developing strategic recommendations and departmental positions; and overseeing responses to complex legislative, policy, and governmental matters. The position serves as a senior liaison to the Mayors Office, Board of County Commissioners, County Attorneys Office, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders.

The incumbent exercises considerable independent judgment in advising executive leadership, coordinating high-level governmental communications, directing public records and agenda administration functions, and supervising assigned personnel to ensure effective departmental coordination, compliance, and accountability.