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State of Arizona · 3 weeks ago

Impact & Development Manager

Tucson, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$74K/yr - $74K/yr

The State of Arizona is seeking an Impact & Development Manager to develop, manage, and implement key program efforts for the Southern Arizona Office. This role involves strategic planning, leadership, and collaboration with various stakeholders to support the goals and initiatives of the Hobbs administration.

GovernmentOffice AdministrationPublic Relations

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for tracking external meetings for awareness, including but not limited to Mayor & Council, Rio Nuevo, PAG/RTA and the County Board of Supervisors, State Transportation Board, etc

Maintain robust network of key Southern Arizona stakeholders to identify meetings, events and activities that support the office’s strategic initiatives

Tracks media to ensure awareness of Southern Arizona region in the news, including but not limited to socials, forums and local newspapers

Researching existing policy solutions to help inform new and innovative approaches to accomplish key administration initiatives

Work closely with Operations Manager to ensure preparation and execution of successful Governor visits and other office events

Support the Director with tracking and managing key correspondence and action items from internal and external meetings

Track and evaluate valuable legislative actions such as vetoes, bills and executive orders signed into law by the Governor

Work with Operations Manager to create and write newsletter content, support with strategic content development

Support the Director with the attendance, planning and execution of strategic engagement in Southern Arizona

Develops and implements an effective system for recruitment, supervision, support and coordination of interns

Maintain awareness of the Governor’s executive budget and administration priorities during legislative season

Support Southern Arizona team in capturing photos of events, meetings and other engagement activities

Organizes project ideas, meeting records and strategic policy documents for easy and efficient access

Create briefing documents, write memos and collect background information as needed

Ensure effective processes are put in place to help accomplish the goals of the office

Advises Director on adequate follow through on strategic projects and initiatives

Identifies opportunities to amplify stories and activities from Southern Arizona

Support Operations Manager with administrative or logistical tasks as needed

Track and evaluate key engagements and policy issues on tracking software

Lead and oversee strategic initiative efforts in the office

Qualification

Strategic planningStakeholder engagementProject managementProfessional writingAnalytical skillsBilingual (English/Spanish)Communication skillsRelationship buildingProblem solvingOrganizational skillsFlexibility

Required

Willingness to contribute ideas, content and support with organizational responsibilities in the preparation of the annual report

Communication skills that convey information accurately and intentionally, including verbal, nonverbal, written, and visual

Ability to exercise sound judgment to handle unexpected changes and priorities in a fast paced, ever changing environment

Proficiency in professional writing, including but not limited to memos, newsletters, policy briefings and white papers

Ability to work independently or as part of a team of diverse projects that accomplish the Governor's policy goals

Ability to support office goals by identifying key strategic engagement opportunities in Southern Arizona

Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and discretion in managing highly sensitive information

Support with advancing, staffing, community relations and communications needs of the office

Ability to build, maintain and grow relationships with a wide range of stakeholders

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

Ability to work in high pressure, fast paced environments that are in constant flux

Attend recurring meetings in various business sectors and policy areas as needed

Flexibility with work schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends

Ability to travel throughout Southern Arizona (occasional overnights)

Commitment to engaging with a diverse group of people

Ability to work within deadlines as assigned

Preferred

A strong understanding of stakeholders in Southern Arizona and network of community, business, public and private sector leaders

Ability to research, organize, and/or evaluate initiatives, persons, and current events to prepare background information materials

Robust project management, program development and impact analysis experience that can be transferred to a government role

Familiarity with the Southern Arizona landscape and understanding of urban and rural communities

Strong public speaking skills and ability to prepare remarks, scripts, etc as needed

Developed analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills

Experience working for an elected office

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Benefits

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Sick leave

Company

State of Arizona

As public servants, we deeply care about Arizona and are committed to facing the issues of our state head-on.

Founded in 1912

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

10001+ employees

https://doa.az.gov

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