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Job Description
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 and Certifications Required:- None.
Notes to Applicants
The office of Council Member-elect Mike Siegel is seeking energetic applicants for the position of Council Policy Aide.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:- 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
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.
- Attending community and neighborhood meetings (including on evenings and weekends) as a representative of the District 7 office
- Overseeing a process of internal communication, coordination, documentation, and evaluation for varied policy areas
- Attending City Council meetings and other meetings as assigned
- Assisting and responding to constituents
The following items are required to complete the application process:- Resume
- Cover Letter
Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Pay Range
$34.25 - $39.50
Hours
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work hours will vary depending on operational needs. Some evenings and weekends will be required.
Job Close Date 01/09/2025 Type of Posting External Department Mayor and Council Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX Preferred Qualifications- Previous work in local government and/or community organizing.
- Prior experience in policy making, to include policy experience related to climate change.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain strong working relationships with internal team and relevant partners/stakeholders.
- General knowledge of local, state and federal government.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
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 and provides staff assistance during meetings and attends to needs and requests of Council.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:- None.
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 public information, marketing, public relations, media relations programs.
- Knowledge of the functions and organization of municipal government, to include the relationships between departments, divisions and agencies.
- Knowledge of the principles associated with the role of meeting the necessary standards of customer service.
- Knowledge Federal, State and Local laws.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple projects and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Ability to interpret policies and guidelines.
- Ability to write articles for publication.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to lead and train others.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
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 Questions
Required 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?- Yes
- No
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required Documents
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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