State Government Affairs Strategist

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 86,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas, Arkansas Department of Education, seeks a Government Affairs Specialist to develop, implement, and manage the agency's government relations strategy. This role acts as a liaison with state officials, legislators, and key stakeholders to advance the department's priorities and policies.

The position requires monitoring legislation, advising leadership on policy trends, and coordinating advocacy efforts with communications.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field is required.
• Experience in government affairs or legislative monitoring is preferred.
• Ability to analyze legislation and policy impacts and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze state legislation, proposed policies, and regulations affecting the department.
• Represent the department before state government bodies, legislative committees, and other public entities.
• Advocate for the department's position with legislators, policymakers, and other government stakeholders.
• Advise department leadership on emerging legislative and policy trends that could impact operations.
• Coordinate and implement communication strategies to educate stakeholders about the department's goals and initiatives.
• Work with the communications team to craft messages that promote the department’s priorities in relation to legislative actions.
• Serve as the primary liaison for state officials, facilitating communication between the department and government representatives.

Skills

Public relations

Government relations

Policy analysis

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science/ Public Administration/ Communications

Job description

State of Arkansas, Arkansas Department of Education, seeks a Government Affairs Specialist to develop, implement, and manage the agency's government relations strategy. This role acts as a liaison with state officials, legislators, and key stakeholders to advance the department's priorities and policies.

The position requires monitoring legislation, advising leadership on policy trends, and coordinating advocacy efforts with communications.