The Hoover Institution at Stanford University is seeking qualified candidates for the full-time position of Government Relations Coordinator, Palo Alto. To ensure your application information is captured in our official files for immediate access to your resume, you must apply to http://stanfordcareers.stanford.eduand in the key word search box, indicate Requisition #XXXXX
A cover letter and resume are required for full consideration.
About Stanford University's Hoover Institution: The Hoover Institution is a public policy think tank that seeks to improve the human condition by advancing ideas that promote economic opportunity and prosperity, while safeguarding peace for America and all mankind.
Led by 66th Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, we advance the principles of freedom through wide-ranging policy scholarship of an interdisciplinary group of Hoover fellows. Our focus is on scholarly and empirical research that asks bold questions, offers powerful solutions for policy makers, and advances ideas that improve people's lives.
The Hoover Institution seeks to address the pressing needs faced by policy makers at all levels of government, from state and local leaders to national and international leaders. The Institution is guided by the vision of its founder, Herbert Hoover: principles of individual, economic, and political freedom; private enterprise; and representative government.
The Government Relations team at Hoover is the bridge that connects policy makers to the scholarship of our esteemed Hoover fellows.The Government Relations Coordinator has an opportunity to make these connections even more impactful.Working under the general direction of the Senior Manager of Government Relations, the Government Relations Coordinator will use their research and organizational skills to manage tracking of government outreach, programs and contacts and monitor the government/policy landscape of Hoover priorities for strategic opportunities to engage with new and existing state and local government audiences.
In addition to being part of a dynamic Media and Government Relations team, the Government Relations Coordinator will also build relationships with Hoover scholars and their teams to most effectively disseminate their scholarship to policy makers.
The position favors applicants who are accountable, proactive, and team-oriented.
CORE DUTIES*:
Assist in the implementation of and support program communication efforts, including timely creation and editing of reports, campaigns, websites, blogs, emails, and newsletters.
Assist others in identifying and developing opportunities for partnership.
Review upcoming events, seminars, research reports, grant summaries, campus documents, specialized journals, and newsletters for possible dissemination to policy makers.
Assist in the production of content for the applicable Hoover priorities; promote scholarship to targeted regional, national, and international policymakers.
Coordinate government relations and ensure logistics and preparations are handled for government officials/staff.
ADDITIONAL CORE DUTIES*:
Manage tracking of government outreach, programs and contacts.
Assist in monitoring government/policy landscape of Hoover priorities for strategic opportunities to engage with new and existing state and local government audiences.
Assist with logistics for Hoover Leadership Forums and other programs.
Event support as needed for campus government and media events.
Complete project-related administrative and budgetary responsibilities as needed.
Prepare briefing materials and policy memos for Hoover fellows and leadership.
* The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated planning and/or project management and organizational skills.
Ability to be self-directed and take initiative.
Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Familiarity with state and local branches of government and relevant organizations. Understanding of state and local policy issues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with policy makers.
Collaborative team player with the ability to diplomatically solve problems and build key relationships.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal communications groups across campus.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills in working with a variety of people.
Ability to write and synthesize materials and communicate information in a manner easily understood.
Follow-through and execution skills, with the ability to track timelines, coordinate deliverables, and ensure completion of tasks across stakeholders.
Work in partnership with Hoover media and government relations team to build a network of key contacts.
Familiarity with HubSpot or other CRM platforms.
Certifications and Licenses
None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
Frequently sitting.
Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Occasional work on evenings and weekends.
On call and ability to respond 24/7.
The expected pay range for this position is $34.58 to $43.66 per hour. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
WORK STANDARDS:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients as well as with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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