Intergovernmental Relations Manager

Town-of-Gilbert; Gilbert (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Gilbert is seeking a proactive Intergovernmental Relations Manager to support the Department Director in shaping the Town’s legislative program and regional activities.

You will represent the Town before federal, state, and regional agencies, build relationships with elected officials and staff, and prepare reports, briefing materials, and testimony for leadership and Council. This at-will exempt role invites hybrid work arrangements in Arizona.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience, including three years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Town's interests with federal, state, regional, and local government entities and strengthen relationships with elected officials and staff.
• Research and analyze proposed federal and state legislation affecting the Town and share findings with department directors.
• Track and monitor legislation, and provide reports and policy recommendations to the Executive Team and Town Council.
• Prepare reports, briefing materials, and presentations for the Town Manager, senior leadership, Mayor, and Council.
• Coordinate meetings and events, and represent Town leadership at regional functions and conferences.
• Prepare position statements, talking points, and testimony for Council, staff, and media engagements.
• Manage special projects and provide backup representation for the Director as needed.

Skills

Legislative processes

Regional organizations

Relationships with officials

Briefing materials

Presenting to elected bodies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Intergovernmental Relations Manager. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.

The Intergovernmental Relations Manager assists the Department Director with coordination and development of the Town's legislative program and regional activities, represents the Town before a variety of external governmental agencies, and serves as a backup to the Director in representing the Town and shaping strategy to support the Town's needs.

Essential duties include (but are not limited to):

• Represent the Town's interests with federal, state, regional, and local government entities; strengthen relationships with elected officials, agency staff, and key stakeholders
• Research and analyze proposed federal and state legislation affecting the Town and share findings with department directors
• Track and monitor legislation, and provide reports and policy recommendations to the Executive Team and Town Council
• Prepare reports, briefing materials, and presentations for the Town Manager, senior leadership, Mayor, and Council
• Review agendas and policy documents of regional bodies such as MAG, RPTA, AMWUA, and the League of Arizona Cities and Towns
• Coordinate meetings and events, and represent Town leadership at regional functions and conferences
• Build support for Town positions, conduct lobbying activities, and maintain professional networks with intergovernmental affairs representatives
• Prepare position statements, talking points, and testimony for Council, staff, and media engagements
• Manage special projects and provide backup representation for the Director as needed

Anticipated Recruiting Timeline:

• Posting Closes: September 13, 2026
• Interview Invites Sent: September 21, 2026
• In-Person Interviews: September 29, 2026
• New Hire Start Date: October 12 or October 12, 2026
• *Subject to change and for planning purposes only

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and three years of experience related to the area of assignment, including three years of leadership experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with state and federal legislative processes and regional governmental organizations

• Working knowledge of Arizona Lobbyist Regulation Laws
• Established relationships with elected and appointed officials or their staffs
• Experience preparing briefing materials and presenting to elected bodies

This is an At-Will, FLSA Exempt position

This position has been identified as an eligible position for a Hybrid or Remote work agreement. Modified work privileges are approved at the sole discretion of the department director; as such, the department reserves the right to modify or discontinue these arrangements at any time. Regardless of work location (Remote, On-Site, or Hybrid), Town of Gilbert employees are required to reside in the state of Arizona.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include:

This position has been designated as a Light work position that spends a majority of its workday in an office environment. click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.

The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

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Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.