Job Abstract

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Assistant Director of Community and Government Relations is responsible for establishing and fostering relationships with elected officials and the external community to promote San José State University (SJSU), with primary responsibility for local government and community relations, and reports to the Senior Director of Community and Government Relations. This position assists in the planning and implementation of engagement strategies and initiatives to advance the university's mission, priorities, and interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the Community and Government Relations team and the University at community meetings, neighborhood councils, hearings, and external events related to university programs, policies, priorities, and mission, and will recommend and coordinate the implementation of administrative policies to carry out the objectives of the university and department more effectively and efficiently.
• Assist the university and departments in making local government and community connections, and identifying opportunities for partnerships, grants, and funding opportunities.
• Maintain positive working relationships and open communication channels with on-campus partners across different units.
• Responsible for developing campus expertise and knowledge on departments that will help promote advocacy efforts and serve as a resource to those departments in communicating governmental-related issues.
• Develop and execute community outreach programs, events, and initiatives to inform and increase support among government officials, strengthen town-gown relations, and deepen the university's community engagement efforts.
• Research and provide information to elected officials and community leaders on SJSU’s contributions to the community and areas of interest.
• Assist in developing communications materials, including newsletters, fact sheets, and social media content, to support the Community and Government Relations team’s efforts.
• Assist the Senior Director of Community and Government Relations on advocacy efforts, including annual advocacy visits to Sacramento and Washington, D.C. when needed.
• Assist with the development of the legislative request and documentation, including literature appropriate for supporting legislative requests.
• Assist campus departments and colleagues with external stakeholder engagement.
• Draft correspondence to elected officials and external stakeholders.
• Gather data and prepare policy briefs and reports in response to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of political institutions and organizations at the local and state government
• Ability to establish credibility and cultivate productive relationships across organizations
• Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner
• Knowledge of computer software, including Google Suite programs
• Ability to be self-motivated; detail and goal-oriented with the ability to quickly pick up concepts and apply them to their work; and utilize utmost discretion as it relates to dealing with confidential materials; with the ability to travel and work evenings and/or weekends
• Demonstrate highly developed analytical and conceptual skills for use in advocacy programs, government relations, issues management, and managerial support
• Excellent writing skills and strong public speaking skills to make presentations to individuals or groups
• Lead varying initiatives through a collaborative, service-oriented and communicative approach

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university
• Demonstrated experience in developing, planning, and executing special projects and programs
• Demonstrated skills in advancing organizational goals and relationships with internal and external constituencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in a job-related field
• Demonstrated experience in developing, planning, and executing special projects and programs related to community and government relations
• Two to three years of experience, demonstrating skills in advancing organizational goals and relationships with internal and external constituencies

Compensation

Classification: Administrator I
Anticipated Hiring Range: $8,619/month - $9,808/month
CSU Salary Range: $3,938/month - $11,703/month

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: June 25, 2024 through July 2, 2024. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252

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Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment, and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third-party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

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Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.

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Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus).

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