Policy & Local Government Relations Lead

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California is seeking an Assistant Director of Local Government Relations to advance USC's policy priorities at local levels including the City and County of Los Angeles.

Reporting to the Vice President of Local Government Relations and Civic Engagement, you will lead research, analysis, and strategy to influence local legislation and regulatory matters affecting campus operations and community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years with government relations, legislative or public affairs management.
• Demonstrated strategic advocacy experience.
• Strong project management, time management, organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Exemplary oral and written communication, diplomacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Monitors, researches, analyzes, and evaluates local legislative and regulatory issues; advises VP on strategic solutions.
• Builds relationships with trade associations, civic orgs, and community leaders to present USC's positions.
• Prepares briefings, letters of support/opposition, legislative updates, white papers, and executive memos.
• Represents USC in regional coalitions and liaises with City of Los Angeles, County officials and local groups.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to align government relations with campus operations and planning.

Skills

Policy analysis

Advocacy strategy

Relationship building

Public speaking

Diplomacy & discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Policy briefs

Job description

The University of Southern California is seeking an Assistant Director of Local Government Relations to advance USC's policy priorities at local levels including the City and County of Los Angeles.

Reporting to the Vice President of Local Government Relations and Civic Engagement, you will lead research, analysis, and strategy to influence local legislation and regulatory matters affecting campus operations and community partnerships.