Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business or Public Administration, or in a field related to the job, plus one (1) year of related experience.
- Experience can substitute for the education requirement up to the maximum of (4) years.
Licenses or Certifications: Notes to Applicants
The office of Mayor Kirk Watson is seeking energetic applicants for the position of Policy Aide.
Job responsibilities will include: - Researching & developing municipal policy strategies
- Anticipating policy needs and overseeing the design & delivery of policy content for the office’s priorities, ensuring consistency, clarity, and quality
- Attending community and neighborhood meetings (including on evenings and weekends) as a representative of the Mayor’s office
- Overseeing a process of internal communication, coordination, documentation, and evaluation for varied policy areas
- Participating in coalition building strategies and maintaining key relationships with community partner organizations
- Attending City Council meetings and other meetings as assigned
- Assisting and responding to constituents
Successful candidates will demonstrate: - Functional fluency within local governmental and non-governmental institutions, including the relationships between agencies, departments, and organized interests
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers
- Knowledge and interest in public policy
- Ability to exercise discretion
- Flexibility with regard to work schedule and ability to work odd hours including late night City Council meetings and community events on weekends
- Strong commitment to collaboration and team work
- High level of personal integrity
The following items are required to complete the application process: Pay Range
$33.00 - $40.00
Hours
Work hours will vary depending on operational needs. Some evenings and weekends will be required.
Job Close Date 07/02/2024 Type of Posting External Department Mayor and Council Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience: - Previous work in local government and/or community organizing.
- Prior experience in policy making.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain strong working relationships with internal team and relevant partners/stakeholders.
- Fluency in Spanish.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Advises Council Member on Public Policy Issues. Prepares, edits and summarizes reports, memos and correspondence. Monitors district and City issues and projects. Researches and analyzes policy data and information to be used in policy creation. Attends meetings, including Council meetings and work sessions. Represents City Council member at meetings. Coordinates activities or projects with other city executives, and staff members. Acts a liaison between City executives, City departments and relevant stakeholders.
Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:- May lead and train others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. - Knowledge of the functions and organization of municipal government, to include the relationships between departments, divisions, and agencies.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
- Knowledge of current policy issues
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports, able to communicate in a professional manner with the public.
- Ability to interpret policies, and guidelines as they relate to municipal government.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with city employees and the public.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to exercise discretion in confidential matters.
Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position are graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business or Public Administration, or in a field related to the job, plus one (1) year of related experience. Experience can substitute for the education requirement up to the maximum of (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Please describe a project/initiative/occasion that illustrates your strengths and/or abilities regarding public policy analysis, development or advocacy.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your Spanish language skills, if applicable.
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required DocumentsRequired Documents Cover Letter Resume
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