TDCJ - Director VII - Director of Governmental Affairs

CAPPS

$100K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in governmental affairs or a related field
  • Deep understanding of criminal laws and corrections procedures
  • Proficiency in analyzing complex legal and regulatory documents
  • Experience with legislative tracking software
  • Strong networking capabilities with public officials and advocacy groups
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ethical judgment in handling sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

  • Direct legislation preparation, development, and revision
  • Develop the agency's legislative impact positions
  • Act as a liaison with legislative offices and state agencies
  • Build and maintain critical relationships and credibility
  • Operate with minimal supervision and extensive independent judgment
  • Analyze proposed bills for strategic implications
  • Advocate for the agency's positions through clear communication.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth within governmental affairs
  • Networking opportunities with public officials and advocacy groups
  • Independence in managing legislative initiatives
  • Engagement with high-impact governmental matters
  • Travel opportunities for onsite legislative engagement
  • Exposure to complex legal and regulatory environments
  • Experience in crafting and influencing public policy.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.

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Job Duties:

In this role you will direct the preparation, development, review and revision of legislation and develop the agency's position regarding legislative impact. You will act as a liaison for the department with legislative offices and other state agencies, developing critical relationships and building credibility. This position operates with minimal supervision, giving extensive latitude for use of initiative and independent judgement.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You have a deep understanding of criminal laws, sentencing guidelines, and corrections procedures.
You have a deep understanding of legislative processes, regulatory frameworks and government operations, with the ability to analyze complex policies and interpret procedural requirements.
You possess strong networking skills to forge lasting trust with public officials, law enforcement and advocacy groups.
You are able to produce clear, concise writing and public speaking for crafting policy briefs and advocating positions.

You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You are proficient in evaluating complex legal and regulatory documents and analyzing proposed bills to uncover strategic implications, risks, or improved opportunities.
You have a proven history working with government agencies, advocacy groups, corporate policy teams or legislative offices.
You have skill in translating complex data into clear messages for lawmakers and the public.
You demonstrate strong ethical judgement and high integrity when handling sensitive public safety concerns, legal inquiries and highimpact governmental matters.
You have experience with legislative tracking software and government information systems used to monitor bills, regulations and policy activities.

For the full Job Description, please click the link below:

Director VII Director of Governmental Affairs

Additional Information:

Travel

50% Position may spend 6 to 10 nights away per month

Work Site Visits

No

Study Material

No

PreService Training Academy Required

No

Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position

Longevity

Outside applicants will be required to submit to preemployment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information:

Questions regarding this position may be directed to:

Shannon Deveney
Executive Administration
PH (936) 4372122
EMAIL [email protected]

Important Note to the Candidate:

Military Preference

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

Military Occupation Specialty Codes

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.

Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide .

The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com , http://www.onetonline.org , https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

Eligibility:

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

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