Director of State Government Relations at The University of Texas at Arlington in Arlington, Texas

Job Description:

Posting Number:

S05896P

Position Title:

Director of State Government Relations

Department:

Government Relations

Location:

Austin

Job Family:

Executive/Administration

Position Status:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Flexible

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Schedule varies including work during early mornings, weekday evenings and nights, and weekends as needed.


• Some local and state travel required for meetings and conferences.


• Requires evening and weekend hours during the Texas Legislative Session (Six (6) month period which occurs every odd numbered year between January and June)

Open to:

External and Internal

Salary:

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.


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University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.


Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at
https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary:

Assists the Vice President of Government Relations in managing, coordinating, and implementing the expansion of UT Arlington's outreach activities to elected officials under the office of government relations within the President's office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads, coordinates and implements a comprehensive communications effort for the Office of Government Relations.


• Advocated & communicate key data, information to key internal and external stakeholders


• Creates and manages communications efforts to external and internal stakeholders.


• Analyze state legislative and state agency public policy and rules.


• Maintains appropriate databases, contact databases, and other management tools related to government relations activities, including updating related lists.


• Build and maintain relationships in key legislative and agency offices.


• Coordinates and prepares correspondence and presentations as necessary.


• Follows and provides analysis of state policy as directed.


• Coordinate presenters, messages and presentations for elected official campus visits, working with the Senior Director of Government Relations.


• Plan and coordinate events and attendance for the office.


• Prepares briefing materials for the President & Vice President in advance of meetings as requested.


• Perform administrative operations associated with the Austin office.


• Regularly report to the Vice President for Government Relations on communication efforts, policy issues and developments of importance to UT Arlington.


• Performs special projects as it relates to promoting and improving community and governmental relations for the University.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience in the Texas Legislature.


• Demonstrated experience in Texas legislative policy, communication, and state agency procedures.


• Knowledge and working experience of the legislative processes at the state and federal level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree or 10 years related experience in Texas State Government.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess exceptional oral and written communication skills.


• Ability to interact with, and effectively communicate with external community members. faculty, staff, students and public/governmental representatives.


• Possess expert computer skills and high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.


• Ability to exercise initiative and think creatively and independently.


• Must be a self-starter.


• Excellent communication and presentation skills required.

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email
ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Minimum Number of References Required:

3

Maximum Number of References Accepted:

3

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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