Burning Man Project · 3 days ago
Agency Relations & Compliance Manager
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $120K/yr
4+ years expBurning Man Project is an organization focused on cultural and community engagement, and they are seeking an Agency Relations & Compliance Manager to manage relationships with government agencies and ensure compliance with permits for Black Rock City. The role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, supporting compliance efforts, and contributing to operational management for special projects in Northern Nevada.
CommunitiesEventsPerforming Arts
Responsibilities
Manage relationships, organize and attend meetings, and conduct and support negotiations as assigned with government agencies, elected officials, and Tribal representatives in Nevada, including the Nevada Department of Transportation, Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, Washoe County, Pershing County, the Central Nevada Health District, Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, and Nevada State Police
Work with agencies, external contractors, and event operations to: evaluate permit requirements and related costs; obtain necessary permits; and ensure compliance with permit stipulations
Support Burning Man’s compliance with Bureau of Land Management Special Recreation Permit requirements including special stipulations, vending and environmental
Support Burning Man’s community relations in Gerlach, Empire, Nixon and other local communities, including monitoring local impacts and community concerns Prepare and attend as needed meetings of the Gerlach General Improvement District and Gerlach Empire Citizens Advisory Board
Prepare for and attend pre-event and post-event meetings with government agencies and Tribal bodies; ensure After Action Reports are submitted and submitted on time and reflect accurate compliance, incident, and operational information
Track agendas for the Pershing County and Washoe County Commissions as well as the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribal Council; attend and present at meetings as needed; and meet with elected officials
Interface with Tribal representatives and agencies including Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe and NDOT to ensure smooth communications, compliance, and completion of highway cleanup post-event
Manage the relationship with the Central Nevada Health District to ensure permits are approved and onsite inspection activities are coordinated
Respond to, research, and manage other agency inquiries and requirements as needed
Daft official letters and correspondence from Burning Man Project to government agencies and other officials
Assist with Bureau of Land Management meetings, negotiations, communications, inspections, and operations
Meet with and guide government agencies including the Nevada Division of Public & Behavioral Health, the Central Nevada Health District, and the Federal Aviation Administration, and coordinate their onsite visits and related logistics
Drive Highway 447 post-event to evaluate trash collection operators
Meet with PLPT representatives in Nixon
Meet with PLPT and NDOT representatives in Black Rock City
Population and Reporting Management liaison
Support External Relations Team
Help coordinate and attend the post-event inspection
Work closely with the Director of Government Affairs and the legal Department to draft and review legal filings
Support Burning Man’s work and advocacy at the Nevada Legislature
Special projects as assigned: provide regulatory, compliance, and strategic guidance related to land use and real estate development
Work with Event Operations on the annual Black Rock City Operations Plan
Update resources databases, standard operating procedures, and protocols annually
Attend and contribute to internal strategy and operational meetings, and the annual Operations Summit
Coordinate with Tech and Event Ops teams to manage the Population and Reporting Management planning processes
Support and guide Event Operations staff to prepare for agency inspections in Black Rock City
Draft the annual Burning Man After Action Report, track deadlines, and work with Event Operations to deliver content
Participate in annual goal-setting and strategic planning
Travel to San Francisco, Nixon, and Gerlach as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Drives the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to assigned duties
Takes a leadership role in the acculturation and training of staff. Teaches live or e-learning classes, as requested. Promotes a culture of teaching and learning throughout the community
Mentors subordinates in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and experience that will allow them to advance in the organization. Aids, encourages, and inspires their team
Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested
Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes. Participates in conferences, forums, and networking events, where appropriate
Represents Burning Man as a subject matter expert and culture-bearer, as requested
Qualification
Required
4+ years experience working in regulatory affairs and government relations
Juris Doctor degree or an advanced degree in public administration or public policy
Proven track record of multifaceted internal and external relationship, contract, permit, and project management
Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and organizational discipline while managing multiple initiatives and deadlines
Strategic thinker and motivated self-starter with a strong record of creative problem-solving
Ability to both work independently and foster teamwork
Professional experience in Northern Nevada
Personable, friendly, professional demeanor
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Direct experience with contract negotiations
Excellent judgement, reliability, and professionalism
Ability to uphold very high standards of confidentiality
Proficiency in the Google suite (Mail, Calendar, Sheets, Documents, Slides)
Must have flexibility to work fluctuating hours and time beyond the regular work day/week as needed
Must have ability to adjust schedule seasonally to work in Black Rock City for 2-3 weeks
Ability to travel as necessary
Valid driver's license and a good driving record
Preferred
Experience working at or with 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
Familiarity with Burning Man; preference given to those who have attended Black Rock City
Benefits
Health benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Long term disability and life insurance.
401k retirement plan with voluntary employee contribution.
Accrued vacation and sick time: Up to 10 days vacation per 12 months on assignment.
Additional annual paid time off in accordance with policy guidelines; 7 paid holidays annually, in addition to paid office closure during December 24th - January 1st.
Paid parental and bonding leave.
Communications benefits for remote employees; reimbursement of up to $120/month for home office internet and phone expenses.
Commuter benefit program.
Mental health support, life coaching, financial and legal consultation services through our employee assistance program.
Professional development fund along with unique leadership and learning opportunities.
Equipment and tools necessary to succeed in a remote friendly workplace.
Company
Burning Man Project
Facilitating and extending the culture that has issued from the Burning Man event into the larger world.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Will Paterson
Co-Founder
Crimson Rose
Art Director
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