TJJD - Government Relations Specialist I - Stakeholder Relations and Information Specialist I - (Hybrid Remote) - (AUS) - 45467

Job Description

HOW TO APPLY

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available athttps://www.tjjd.texas.gov/careers/)

1. TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
2. Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
3. Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
4. Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00045467&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/careers and can be submitted via email to: HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov.

PLEASE NOTE

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

BENEFITS

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs complex (journey-level) legislative, consultative, informational, and communications work. Work involves assisting TJJD staff with monitoring activities related to the Texas Legislature, other state agencies, and other relevant external stakeholder groups; conducting outreach to and coordinating communication with external stakeholder groups; and developing content to inform internal staff and external stakeholders about the agency's functions. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May routinely assist others in performing work of greater complexity.

May be required to work more than 40 hours per workweek, and travel occasionally.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Participates in agency activities related to the legislative session; attends legislative hearings and meetings with legislators, legislative staff, and other legislative liaisons.

Assists the Director of Stakeholder Relations with coordinating agency interactions with and testimony before legislative committees and legislative members.

Assists with the development and timely submission of material that is responsive to legislative inquiries; tracks legislative inquiries and ensures the centralized organization of responsive materials.

Coordinates communication with legislative support and executive agencies.

Monitors standing and interim committee schedules and agendas, media stories, and other stakeholder communications, and summarizes relevant information for the Director of Stakeholder Relations, Director of Communications, and other relevant staff.

Prepares summaries of meetings, hearings, and other relevant events impacting the agency.

Assists the Director of Communications and other relevant staff with conducting interviews and research; verifying sources; and ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and accessibility of print and online materials.

Conducts outreach to community and professional groups to promote interest in agency activities, and assists communications staff with the development of a newsletter describing these activities.

Assists the communications staff with content creation for social media, including posting approved messages.

Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:

• Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
• Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested timeframes.

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.

Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in political science, business or public administration, journalism, public relations, communications, or a related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Direct, paid experience working with the Texas Legislature, another state legislature, the U.S. Congress, public or media relations, communications, or research services.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of state and federal legislative processes and state government administration.

• Knowledge of agency functions, policies, and procedures; news and communication media; various social media platforms; and preparing informational material.

• Skill in compiling, evaluating, synthesizing, organizing, and presenting legislative information.

• Skill in problem solving and negotiating.

• Skill in policy analysis, research, and effective writing.

• Ability to prepare concise reports.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to convey complex ideas and concepts.

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships within and outside the agency.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.

• Ability to use a computer and applicable software.

• Ability to work more than 40 hours per week.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered when performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to see (with or without aid)

Ability to hear (with or without aid)

Lifting, up to 20 lbs.

Operate motor equipment

Reaching above shoulder

Simultaneous grasping

Identify colors

Walking

Manual/finger dexterity

Depth perception

Standing

Sitting

Twisting

Kneeling

Pulling

Pushing

Climbing stairs

Stooping

VETERANS

In order to receive veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Information and Communication MOS Codes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

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AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.