Manager, Community Engagement & Intergovernmental Affairs – Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, PB County
Salary: $68,331 – $88,156 annually
Job Description: Are you a creative problem solver who enjoys collaborating with others to identify opportunities for community outreach? Then this is the opportunity for you!
The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s office, located in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach and one of the largest counties east of Mississippi River, is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Manager to join our team to manage Community Engagement & Intergovernmental Affairs. This position is responsible for administering programs aimed at advancing the needs of the surrounding area and is responsible for overseeing territorial outreach campaigns. Involved with intergovernmental affairs at state and local government levels. The selected candidate must possess excellent communication skills, work well under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative and challenging environment.
We believe that culture matters, and we continuously reaffirm our commitment to making our office a great place to work.
Why Work for the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller?
+ Clerk Benefits:
We offer superior health care plans with lower cost, competitive retirement and pension plans, which include the Florida Retirement System and an optional 457 deferred compensation plan, generous paid time off and paid holidays.
+ Clerks for a Cause
We are committed to making Palm Beach County a great place to live and work by supporting local charities that improve the quality of life of our residents.
+ Clerks for Wellness
Our nationally recognized wellness program improves the physical, emotional and financial health of our employees. The program features a variety of wellness opportunities and events, including regular lunch and learn workshops, lifestyle challenges, training events and one-on-one meetings with financial planning experts.
We believe that culture matters, and we continuously reaffirm our commitment to making our office a great place to work.
Examples of Duties:
+ Build proactive professional relationships with key stakeholder groups, including but not limited to, Chambers of Commerce, appointed and elected officials and their staff members, and community stakeholders such as neighborhood associations, condominium associations and other organizations.
+ Research and respond to a wide variety of community inquiries.
+ Develop and expand professionals contacts with appointed and elected officials and their staff members, as well as community stakeholders.
+ Ability to effectively communicate the Clerk’s interests orally, and in writing, to appointed and elected officials.
+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, coworkers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or political affiliation.
+ Thorough knowledge of intergovernmental coordination, community engagement, and the legislative process at the state and local government levels.
+ Thorough knowledge of the lobbying process and the interrelationships between governmental entities, as well as thorough knowledge of the legislative process and government operations.
+ Extensive knowledge of resources to conduct policy program and legislative research.
+ Identify and plan community outreach activities to achieve objectives and measurable outcomes.
+ Ability to initiate administrative programs and procedures, as well as evaluate their effectiveness.
+ Work alongside the Clerk’s Community Engagement Team to identify opportunities for community outreach.
+ Ability to understand sensitive community issues and respond accordingly.
+ Ability to respond to ideas in a respectful and courteous manner and listen to the community’s ideas and respond accordingly.
+ Manages staff and participates in the research, development, and implementation of applicable programs, activities and publications.
+ Performs personnel management duties, i.e., supervising, training, hiring, disciplinary action, counseling, performance evaluations, recommending transfer, promotion, separation.
+ Performs work outside and beyond normal working hours during times of critical deadlines, projects, and other time-sensitive duties.
Typical Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Public Administration Communications, Political Science, or related field, supplemented by seven (7) years of recent and relevant experience with intergovernmental communication, legislative processes, community campaign organization; public affairs or marketing; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Supplemental Information
Note: Vacancy postings may be cancelled at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations.
The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Depending on the position, candidates are subject to drug screening, a physical and a background check as a condition of employment. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of the service members and veterans, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Pursuant to Florida Statute, Chapter 295, Section 07(4)(b), heads of departments and certain managerial positions are exempt from Veterans’ Preference. Pursuant to Florida Statute 295, Section 09 (b) and (c), Veterans’ Preference promotion preference shall apply to a person who was a veteran when employed by the state or its political subdivision and who was recalled to extended active duty and shall apply only to a veteran’s first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception. To claim preference, an applicant must complete and upload both the Veterans’ Preference Claim Form and required documentation prior to the position’s posted closing date. Hiring decisions are based on qualified candidates’ non-numerical assessments and numerical assessments, which include interviews. If an applicant claiming veterans’ preference for a vacant position is not selected, they may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33708. If an applicant seeking veterans’ preference in employment in the state of Florida is not selected for the position and is so notified, they must file their complaint with the DVA within 60 calendar days from the date the applicant is notified.
How to Apply: Please visit the general job opportunities page.