What are the responsibilities and job description for the AVP - Government Affairs position at Jacksonville Transportation Authority?
Location
100 LaVilla Center Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32204, United States
Job Category
JTA Admin
Employee Type
Fulltime-Regular
Required Degree
4 Year Degree
Minimum Experience
8 Years
Description
Under the general direction of the Chief Government Affairs & Economic Development, the Government & Community Affairs' Manager provides support for federal, state and local government relations. This role will also monitor and research policy, funding, and legislation that impacts the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA). The Manager will be an instrumental part of carrying out JTA’s advocacy agenda; and managing highly complex and detailed special assignments.
Essential Function(s):
- Execute and support JTA's strategic plans for government and community engagement aligned with organizational objectives.
- Provide assistance in drafting legislation, regulatory proposals, and amendments recommendations; and, draft position papers, letters and the authority’s official comments on legislative and public policy matters.
- Educate lobbyists about JTA’s strategic initiatives and issues, and assists to respond to concerns presented by public and elected officials.
- Assist, lead, or be JTA’s representative on special events which involve federal, state and local government interest; such as, community meetings, hosting delegation meetings, among others.
- Manage JTA’s community relations initiatives, including participating and/or serving on committees with our community partners.
- Build relationships with other organizations, trade groups, research and educational institutions with an interest in transportation and mobility public policy.
- Responsibility and oversight over JTA’s sponsorship, including trade associations, non-profits, among others.
- Act as the second point of contact between the organization and government officials, agencies, and community groups.
- Support advocacy efforts to promote and protect the organization’s interests and positions on pertinent issues.
- Organize and attend meetings, hearings, and events to foster positive relationships with government and community stakeholders.
- Prepare clear and concise reports, presentations, and proposals to various audiences.
- Monitor and analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and community issues to assess potential impact on the organization.
- Ensure organizational compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations and laws.
- Coordinate community outreach programs and events to enhance the organization’s presence and reputation within the community.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of external communications and strategies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years progressively responsible and relevant legislative, policy, intergovernmental relations experience, including 1 year of supervision of staff.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree
- Project Management Certification
- Relevant certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Actively demonstrate JTA’s Elements of a Leader, including being engaged, courageous, a good communicator, empathetic, a critical thinker, a team player, a strategic thinker, customer-focused, a change agent/innovative, inspirational/high energy, accountable, and having integrity.
- Proven management skills encompassing the leading of a team, the execution of upper management directives, and evaluating priorities to meet department goals.
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
- Develop and nurture relationships that culminates into overall success.
- Conduct and utilize research to influence stakeholders and target markets.
- A strong work ethic to produce a focused, dedicated work team - among both internal and external stakeholders - with a focus on collaboration, mentoring, nurturing and the delivery of exceeded goals.
- Exceptional technical knowledge and project management skills.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with sensitivity, passion, and a focus on unity and equity.
- Strong organizational, analytic and tactical-thinking skills.
- Strong initiative, integrity, and good judgement.
- Time-management skills and ability to multi-task.
- Demonstrates an understanding of governmental processes, legislative policy, and community dynamics.
- Familiar with key Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications.
- Proficient in analyzing political and community issues effectively.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
The Government & Community Affairs Manager works mainly in an office environment where the noise level is usually quiet. The Manager may be required to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to respond to emergencies or to meet operational needs. Physical demands may include:
- Sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods.
- Performing repetitive motion.
Acknowledgements:
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are responsible for completing all mandatory training classes. Employees must also review and comply with all JTA/JTM policies, procedures, and directives. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship. All employment offers are contingent upon pre-employment drug testing.
Positions marked as ‘Safety Sensitive’ will be subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use and if any testing is positive, the application for employment will be rejected, or if hired, employment may be terminated. Positions marked as “COOP Essential” may be required to work whenever the Continuity of Operations Plan is activated.
Driver’s License – The position description will specify whether a driver’s license is required and the acceptable class of license. Unless an exception under Florida law exists, a nonresident must obtain a Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire. If a driver’s license has a corrective lens restriction, the employee must wear corrective lenses when operating any vehicle for work purposes. Suspended or revoked licenses, work permits, and certain restricted licenses are not acceptable.
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Employees who require a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must notify JTA in advance to allow sufficient time for JTA to provide the accommodation.
