Intergovernmental Affairs Manager

Montgomery County Pennsylvania; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County seeks a skilled policy and intergovernmental relations professional to maintain relationships with local, state, and federal officials and agencies. You will monitor proposals, advocate for county priorities, and coordinate advocacy strategies across county departments.

You will represent the county in meetings and prepare briefing materials, talking points, and presentations. Strong communication, research, and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, law, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Extensive experience in government relations, legislative affairs, or intergovernmental relations.
• Strong understanding of government structures and policy-making at local, state, and federal levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to advocate for county interests.
• Political acumen and strategic thinking; ability to build consensus.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships with elected officials, agencies and stakeholders.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills for analyzing legislation.
• Project management skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in advocacy work.
• Passion for public service representing Montgomery County's interests.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to build and maintain relationships with elected officials, agencies, and stakeholders at local, state, and federal levels.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for intergovernmental communications, coordinating Montgomery County with external entities.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments at multiple levels and analyze impact on county operations.
• Advocate for Montgomery County's interests through engagement with officials and staff in person and in writing.
• Coordinate with county departments and officials to advance legislative priorities and policy positions.
• Represent Montgomery County in intergovernmental meetings, hearings and forums to present positions and build partnerships.
• Prepare briefing materials, talking points and presentations on intergovernmental issues and advocacy efforts.
• Cultivate relationships with nonprofits, advocacy groups, and industry associations to advance shared objectives.
• Track and report on legislative and advocacy activities and outcomes to leadership.
• Collaborate with communications teams to develop messaging and outreach for intergovernmental advocacy.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Policy communication

Strategic thinking

Public affairs

Research and analysis

Project management

Advocacy

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, law, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

This position plays a pivotal role in maintaining relationships and communication at the local, state and federal levels. As well as communicating county priorities and initiatives while monitoring new legislative proposals that may impact county operations or service delivery.

• Develop and implement strategies to build and maintain relationships with elected officials, government agencies, and key stakeholders at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for intergovernmental communications, facilitating coordination and collaboration between Montgomery County and external entities.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the local, state, and federal levels, analyzing their potential impact on county operations, priorities, and funding.
• Advocate for Montgomery County's interests and priorities through direct engagement with elected officials, legislative staff, and government agencies, both in-person and through written communications.
• Coordinate with county departments and elected officials to develop and advance legislative priorities, policy positions, and advocacy agendas.
• Represent Montgomery County in intergovernmental meetings, hearings, and forums, presenting county positions, gathering information, and building partnerships.
• Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and presentations for county leadership and elected officials on intergovernmental issues, legislative developments, and advocacy efforts.
• Cultivate relationships with external stakeholders, including nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, and industry associations, to advance shared policy objectives and leverage resources.
• Track and report on legislative and advocacy activities, outcomes, and impact, providing regular updates to county leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with county communications and public affairs teams to develop messaging and outreach strategies to support intergovernmental advocacy efforts.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, law, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in government relations, legislative affairs, or intergovernmental relations, preferably in a governmental or public sector setting.
• Strong understanding of government structures, legislative processes, and policy-making at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex issues and advocate for county interests to diverse audiences.
• Political acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to navigate political environments and build consensus around policy priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with elected officials, government agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze legislation, regulations, and policy proposals.
• Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with a demonstrated understanding of how to integrate these principles into intergovernmental advocacy efforts.
• Passion for public service and a deep commitment to representing Montgomery County's interests and priorities in intergovernmental forums.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. This position requires a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for off‑site meetings.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.