Government Relations Specialist III

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The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) is seeking a Government Relations Specialist III to join the Executive Support Team located at 6330 E HWY 290, Suite 200, Austin, TX.

The Government Relations Specialist III performs highly advanced (seniorlevel) legislative and consultative work. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The salary range for this position is $122,976 to $142,374. The job class is 1894 and salary group is B27.

Essential Job Duties

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Coordinates and participates in agency activities related to the legislative session; attends legislative hearings and meetings with legislators, legislative staff, and other legislative liaisons.

Project management, systemsbuilding, crossfunctional coordination, policy analysis, data compilation, and presentation skills in the form of meetings in support of TCOLE's legislatively required and requested duties.

Reviews and prepares reports on newly enacted laws and pending state and federal legislation.

Develops, conducts, and evaluates legislative training.

Prepares and reviews report summaries of meetings and hearings.

Represents the agency before legislative committees and provides testimony.

Coordinates agency interaction and testimony before legislative committees.

Coordinates responses to legislative inquires; reviews and edits legislative correspondence.

Coordinates communication with legislative support and executive agencies.

May discuss agency information with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to, TCOLE Commissioners, governmental entities, and legislators and their staff.

Monitors standing and interim committee schedules and agendas; communicates relevant information to agency management.

Prepares summaries of meetings and hearings.

Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Government Relations, Business, or a related field.

At least five (5) years of professional experience in government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, public administration, project management, or a related field.

Education and experience may be substituted for each other on a yearforyear basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Public Administration is preferred.

Experience working with or supporting the Texas Legislature or a state agency is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal legislative processes and state government administration.

Skilled in compiling, evaluating, and presenting legislative information; in problem solving and negotiating; in policy analysis and research; and in the use of a computer and applicable software.

Ability to analyze issues, to work under pressure and meet close deadlines, and to communicate effectively and clearly on complex issues.

Proven experience in project management, ideally within a government or policyfocused environment.

Excellent interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong values around reliability, confidentiality, and sensitive information.

Ability to prioritize work and collaborate with diverse individuals and groups while managing multiple projects with varied timelines.

Proven experience in project management, ideally within a government or policyfocused environment.

Skilled in compiling, evaluating, and presenting legislative information, preferably in law enforcement.

Skilled in problemsolving and in policy analysis and research.

Excellent computer skills specifically in the use of Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with strong data visualization skills.

20% local and instate travel.

Benefits

Why work at TCOLE?

Working for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) empowers you to make an impact on public safety while engaging in continuous learning within a supportive environment. You'll play a crucial role in upholding high law enforcement standards, collaborating with local agencies, and enhancing the wellbeing of Texans. As a Texas State employee, you will have access to our comprehensive benefit programs including:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans with several types of coverage to state employees and their eligible family members

For new hires and rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60day waiting period. More information about benefits is available at https://ers.texas.gov/benefitsataglance

12 16 days of annual paid holidays

At least eight hours of paid vacation and up to eight hours of paid sick leave each month for fulltime employees

Retirement options with the State of Texas Retirement that provide flexibility and security

Health and Wellness programs including wellness leave, fitness and weight management programs, and personalized wellness tools

TCOLE is a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

The Discount Purchase Program provides access to an online marketplace offering discount on a wide range of products and services