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ASSOC VP, GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Job Title: ASSOC VP, GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Job Code: 1700
FLSA: E
Job Level: 98
Revised Date: 01/01/2018
Job Family: JF 28
Occupational Summary
Direct University government related affairs, advising administration as to the potential impact of proposed local, state and federal legislative changes.
Work Performed
Direct University government related affairs, advising administration as to the potential impact of proposed state and federal legislative changes.
Interface with appropriate government offices to maintain awareness of proposals and legislative matters which may affect University operations.
Confer with local, state and federal government officials concerning the interests of the University and the functional impact of proposed legislation; suggest modifications as appropriate.
Establish and maintain contacts with outside organizations and other educational institutions to aid and foster Government Relations activities.
Recommend operational changes necessitated by legislative mandates; suggest alternative policies and procedures to enable the University to accomplish its objectives.
Plan and conduct meetings with subordinates to ensure compliance with established practices, implement new policies and keep employees informed of current standards and changes.
Direct various personnel functions, including, but not limited to, hiring, merit recommendations, promotions, transfers and vacation schedules.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education/Training
N/A
Experience
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Skills
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