What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Public and Legislative Affairs, SBHE position at Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania?
THE POSITION
Are you looking for an opportunity to join the newly created Pennsylvania State Board of Higher Education? If so, consider joining us as a Director of Public and Legislative Affairs, where you will perform professional work leading our communications and legislative affairs. Our goal is to provide the capacity and support needed for the Commonwealth's higher education sector to work together to meet critical state goals and strengthen the sector and its effectiveness overall. If you believe it is essential for residents of the Commonwealth to have access to affordable, world-class postsecondary education, apply today to help us make that possible!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Director of Public and Legislative Affairs you will become an essential member of the Pennsylvania's State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) senior team, where you will work closely with the executive director and SBHE. You will have the opportunity to serve as the principle spokesperson for the board, performing highly responsible, professional duties leading the communications and legislative affair functions of the SBE. Under the direction of the executive director, you will be developing and executing a strategic communication and public relations plan that highlights the work of the State Board of Higher Education as well as contributions of higher education to the Commonwealth to a broad range of stakeholders. Work involves establishing and maintaining a strong, constructive relationship with members of the General Assembly, the administration of the Governor, and other key stakeholders to promote the value and the work of the State Board of Higher Education. Additionally, you will be collaborating with the agency directors for legislative affairs, policy, and communications to remain in alignment with PDE and the Governor's Office goals.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information :
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- Telework : You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
