Legislative & Governmental Affairs Coordinator

The Brazos River Authority; Abilene (TX); Remote; USD 88,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

TCDRS Retirement

457/401

Life Insurance

LTD

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

The Brazos River Authority seeks a Legislative & Governmental Affairs Coordinator to build and maintain relationships with officials, communities, and stakeholders. The role supports BRA legislative strategies, coordinates with public information officers, and represents BRA at public meetings and events.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and residency within 50 miles of the Texas State Capitol; a Texas driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Residency within 50 miles of Texas State Capitol
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and a good driving record
• Minimum three years' experience in local/regional/state government and public relations (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers, elected officials, community organizations, and municipalities for BRA.
• Assist with BRA legislative strategies and government/public affairs.
• Communicate BRA priorities to local/state elected officials to support legislative efforts.
• Coordinate communication strategies with LGA Manager and Public Information Officer.
• Attend public meetings and liaise with media and the public.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

Legislative & Governmental Affairs Coordinator

Pay Grade: 617

Location: Remote

Vacancy Announcement

Nature Of The Work

Office Environment WC - 8810

Brief Description

The purpose of this position is to develop and maintain relationships with customers, elected officials, community organizations, and municipalities for the Brazos River Authority (BRA). Responsibilities include assisting the Legislative & Governmental Affairs (LGA) Manager with government and public affairs by assisting with the development of BRA legislative strategies; developing and maintaining good working relationships with local elected officials and decision makers; and communicating BRA priorities with local and state elected officials to help implement BRA legislative strategies. This is accomplished by creating general correspondences; staying abreast of BRA programs, issues, and state planning efforts; performing customer outreach; attending and speaking at public meetings; corresponding with local, state, and federal agencies; coordinating communication strategies with the LGA Manager and the Public Information Officer; maintaining a positive relationship with media representatives and the public; gathering intelligence about a variety of issues including problems, business opportunities, and issues of interest and sharing that information with the appropriate individual at the BRA; coordinating with BRA staff on project development strategies and offering local and legislative expertise; acting as a liaison between the BRA and the local basin stakeholders; scheduling, planning, and participating in outside meetings on behalf of the BRA; providing reports to management; working with outside consultants; interacting with other employees and the public; and any other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Residing within a 50-mile radius of The Texas State Capitol
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and a Good Driving Record

Preferred:

• Minimum three years' experience in local/regional/state government and public relations

Education

• Bachelors Degree (in related field) - Completed course requirements to earn a Bachelor's degree in the field related to the position and is expected to utilize this level of education during the work day to the benefit of the organization.

Key Competencies

• Investing time and energy into understanding the evolving nature of their role within the organization, and developing the skills, behaviors, procedures, and perspectives to be successful...
• Creating honest, trusting, and successful working relationships with others (inside and outside the organization) by consistently demonstrating competence and reliability in job performance, and representing what is best about the organization through demonstrated principles, actions, and communications...
• Working with others to share expertise and achieve outcomes that benefit the organization; stepping in to fill necessary roles that others are unable or unwilling to do; demonstrating strong communication skills to others on the team through active listening, summarizing, facilitating and "bridge building"...
• Representing the organization to outsiders; participating in civic activities as the organization's representative, presenting the organization’s position in difficult, issue-related areas and providing information to others/outside associations that enhances the organization’s profile in the community.
• Staying motivated even when faced with inevitable delays, setbacks, policy shifts and disappointment.
• Identifying and evaluating unique ways to improve the organization (cost reductions, use of resources, policies/procedures, products); generating useful new ideas, approaches or techniques.

STARTING SALARY RANGE:

Min: $88,386 to $114,459 annual salary. This is an exempt position.

POSTING DATE

September 10, 2026 Open until filled.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE:

The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA.

The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply