City of Tucson

Directs, plans, coordinates, and implements all programs, functions, and activities of the Intergovernmental Relations Program for the Mayor & Council, City of Tucson, and Tucson Water.

Reports to: Director of Tucson City Water

Represent, advocate, and negotiate on behalf of the Mayor & Council, the City of Tucson, and Tucson Water by Communications with Mayor & Council, City Manager's Office, City Departments and Tucson Water staff. Communications with federal and state elected officials and their staff, federal and state agency officials, and various private, public, and non-profit officials and their representatives. Communications with nat'l and state org's (i.e. USCM, NLC, AZ League of Cities) and other AZ city officials Manage and supervise contract lobbyists and employees and fulfill legal City of Tucson reporting requirements by Direct federal and state contract lobbyist activities. Monitor contracts and invoices for compliance. Supervise the Lead Management Analyst and Staff Assistant in the Tucson Water IGC section of the Director's Office Track, complete and file regular lobbying activity reports with the AZ Secretary of State Prepare regular updates, reports, and presentations for Mayor & Council, City Manager, and City Staff by Report to Mayor & Council at every Study Session under the standing item "State and National Legislation." Prepare and publish an "IGR Update" prior to every City Council meeting with timely information about federal and state policy and legislation. Monitor, analyze, categorize, and publish updated reports on state legislation during the State Legislative Session through bill tracking systems Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Any one position may not include all of the duties listed. This job classification specification identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position

Knowledge of the Mayor & Council's priorities Knowledge how state and federal governments operate, and the day-to-day functions of city government Knowledge of city government policies, programs, procedures, history, codes, and systems Knowledge of state and federal government officials and good relationships with federal and state officials Management and supervisory skills Ability to work with people of highly diverse backgrounds and opinions Ability to work at all hours, on all issues, and to travel at all times if necessary

EDUCATION LEVEL & TYPE: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Sedentary work

Lifting is minimum, up to 10 lbs.

None

Department(s): Water

The following information pertains to driving requirements for this classification with the City of Tucson. Under "Driving Level" None, Secondary or Primary, refers to the driving responsibility as it relates to the essential functions of the classification. License Type, is just that, the type of Arizona Driving License required for the classification. If the position requires a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), the endorsements will be listed under "Endorsements." Under Safety Sensitive a "Yes" means employees with this classification are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. License Type A,B,C,D,or M may require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage. Exceptions to classification driving requirement's may exist based on position. Driving Level: Incidental Safety Sensitive (driving requirement): No

This description is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. They are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.