Specialist 2-Govt Relations | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this job profile coordinate the university's efforts with Congress and the federal government. They monitor federal legislation, programs, and proposals and provide assessment and consultation for possible implications and opportunities for the university. They may act as liaison between the university and members of the Oregon congressional delegation, congressional staff, committee staff, and federal agencies.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The distinguishing characteristics of the Specialist 2-Govt Relations profile is the specialized expertise required to coordinate and implement the university’s efforts with Congress and Federal government programs, agencies, and officials. This position acts as the liaison between the university and legislators, congressional staff, committee staff and federal agencies.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Leads and coordinates university-wide efforts to build and maintain strong relationships with federal agencies. 2. Engages the university leadership in the development and implementation of the university's federal agenda in close consultation with the President, Provost, Vice President for Research and other members of the university's executive staff. 3. Anticipates, orchestrates, and develops legislative and agency strategies to advance federal agency initiatives and budget support. 4. Provides detailed status reports on progress, problems, opportunities, upcoming issues and potential impacts. 5. Monitors federal legislation, programs, and proposals; assesses potential implications and opportunities for the university; and coordinates the university's role in anticipating and addressing relevant federal legislation. 6. Serves as liaison between the university and members of Congress, including the Oregon Congressional Delegation, congressional staff, committee staff, federal agencies, additional executive branch entities, national organizations and associations, other universities, and key constituents. 7. Coordinates and communicates the university's position on federal issues, identifying short and longterm impacts that may affect university operations or the achievement of short and long-term strategic goals and operations.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring; require novel and creative approaches to resolution. New concepts and approaches may have to be developed. Decisions have significant, broad implications for the management and operations of a division/entire organization; contributes to decisions on the overall strategy and direction of the entire organization. Decisions impact: • Entire University • Functions across the University • Department • Direct team • Donors and Alumni • Student/Parents • Other External Agencies and Institutions

Accountability

Results are defined by senior leadership and university strategy, mission, and vision; incumbent sets own goals and determines how to accomplish results with few or no guidelines to follow, although precedents may exist; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit, University Wide, and Externally to: • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas, or collaborate on significant projects. • Resolve conflict, negotiate, or collaborate on major projects. • Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level. • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality.

Typical Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Communication, Public Policy, Public Administration, or related field. 5 years of experience with increasing levels of responsibility and authority in conducting government affairs with exposure to policy, education, and public finance issues.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.