The position is a hybrid position with the expectation to be on the Stanford main campus for coordination meetings at least two days a week. Full time with nights and weekends, as needed.
TO APPLY: Along with your resume, include a cover letter that highlights your experience with local policy leaders, government officials, member associations, and non-profit partners.
ABOUT THE OFFICE OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS:
The Office of Government Affairs coordinates and facilitates the interactions of Stanford University and Stanford Health Care (SHC) with local, state and federal governments, as well as its relationship with neighboring communities. The Office promotes the interests of the University’s and SHC’s key constituents through contact with public officials, involvement with educational organizations, tracking of pertinent legislation and direct advocacy on a wide variety of issues from land use policies to funding for the basic sciences to health care. Government Affairs also supports engagement efforts that contribute to the vitality of the greater community.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director, Local Government Affairs will expand our presence in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and strengthen our engagement with stakeholders of importance to the University, as well as plan and implement new strategies between the Office of Government Affairs and the surrounding local governments. You will implement an engagement program to develop, expand and enhance relationships with university partners and external constituencies through communication and education initiatives. You will represent the Office of Government Affairs at meetings and events, as well as maintain regular contacts with policy leaders, and local government officials and staff. You will help build coalitions with key constituencies.
In this role, you will:
- Maintain and enhance positive working relationships with policy leaders, government officials, member associations, and non-profit partners.
- Plan, design, coordinate, and manage events and campus visits of local leaders that further the university’s mission and community goals.
- Monitor and track local government public meeting agendas for items of relevance to the university and its operations.
- Attend public meetings and hearings and provide internal reports on items of importance.
- Analyze and monitor local activity of interest to the university. Brief senior university leadership and government affairs staff on issues of importance.
- Provide community-based audiences with selected, proactive and timely information about university policy positions, accomplishments and interests.
- Represent the university at public meetings, hearings, and community events.
- Maintain and enhance outreach efforts and programs aimed at policy organizations, key individuals and opinion makers, and the general public.
- Research, track and document issues that are relevant to achieving the university’s objectives in local government relations.
- Work collaboratively with other OGA staff on special projects as assigned.
- Support the production of materials such as newsletter, electronic news and web-based content in partnership with University Communications.
- Commit to promoting and supporting an environment of diversity and inclusion.
- Proactively identify and respond to sponsorship opportunities that further the university’s community partnership goals.
- Other duties may also be assigned.
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree and seven years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
- Ability to cultivate strong and collaborative relationships inside and outside of the organization with diplomacy and tactfulness.
- Knowledge of local government and familiarity with community issues/concerns.
- Excellent judgment and knowledge of political processes.
- Ability to understand and communicate complex and sometimes controversial issues.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to diplomatically resolve problems and build key relationships.
- A willingness and ability to reach out to many constituencies and understand their needs and priorities.
- Superb written and verbal communication, active listening skills and the interpersonal skills needed to work with a broad range of individuals successfully, including Stanford stakeholders, local officials, business owners, policy-based organizations, and the public.
- Ability to craft visual presentations and provide information orally to various audiences in a concise and compelling manner both formally and informally.
- Working knowledge of land use planning and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
- Mac and PC proficient and working knowledge of the complete Microsoft suite of programs.
The expected pay range for this position is $142,000 to $176,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
- A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care, and caregiving support.
- A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
- Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!
- We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Additional Information
- Schedule: Full-time
- Job Code: 4277
- Employee Status: Regular
- Grade: L
- Requisition ID: 98311
- Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible