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Deputy General Manager - Government & Public Affairs

Deputy General Manager - Government & Public Affairs

Government Jobs • Fresno, CA, United States
18 hours ago
Salary
$175,000.00–$200,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Deputy General Manager Government & Public Affairs

Westlands Water District is seeking an accomplished and politically astute executive to serve as the Deputy General Manager Government & Public Affairs. Reporting to the General Manager, this position will provide strategic leadership for the District's government affairs, legislative advocacy, public affairs, communications, stakeholder engagement, and external relations program. The successful candidate will serve as a principal advisor to executive leadership and represent the District before policymakers, regulatory agencies, industry organizations, stakeholders, and the media.

The position may be headquartered in either the District's Fresno or Sacramento Office. Due to the nature of government relations, stakeholder engagement, legislative advocacy, Board-related activities, and public meetings, the position requires frequent travel throughout the District service area, Central Valley, and California, as well as occasional out-of-state travel. Attendance at evening and weekend meetings and events may also be required.

Minimum Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, Business Administration, Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Economics, Engineering, or a closely related field; and
  • Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, legislative advocacy, public affairs, communications, public policy, water resources, public agency administration, or a closely related field; and
  • Of the eight (8) years, at least three (3) years include supervisory or management experience.

Desirable Qualifications

  • A master's degree in a related field is desirable.
  • Experience working with elected officials, governmental agencies, trade associations, consultants, stakeholders, and public policy organizations is highly desirable.
  • Experience in California water policy, agriculture, natural resources, public utilities, or public agency administration is highly desirable.
  • Experience managing external consultants, advocacy firms, communications professionals, and government affairs contractors is preferred.

Annual Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000 DOQ. Appointment salary will be based on qualifications and experience and is generally expected to fall within the established salary range.

The District offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits program, including CalPERS retirement, medical insurance with Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Plan and medical opt out incentive, dental and vision coverage, life and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, paid vacation and medical leave, 11 paid holidays plus one floating holiday, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flexible spending account options, voluntary 457 deferred compensation opportunities, longevity pay, and other District-sponsored benefits. Detailed information regarding District benefits is available on the District's website or upon request.

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