About Us: The Office of Government Relations coordinates the legislative and external activities and programs of the City of Glendale. We carry out the state and federal legislative agenda adopted by the City Council, as well as research and review state and federal legislation impacting the City. We protect the City’s interests in various stakeholder processes and work diligently to resolve City issues with external partners. We develop reports and policy recommendations to the City Management and City Council. We staff the Mayor and Council on the various federal, state and regional policy committees they hold positions on including, the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), the Regional Public Transit Authority (RPTA), the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association (AMWUA), the Arizona League of Cities and Towns, the National League of Cities (NLC), Westmarc and others.

Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply. The Role: The Intergovernmental Programs Director oversees the coordination of legislative and intergovernmental activities and programs for the City. This includes intergovernmental relations services at the Arizona Legislature, the Governor's Office, and state and national executive agencies.

Please be advised this position will be open until filled; the first review of applicants will be on August 21, 2025.

Compensation: This position is: FLSA Exempt, and will be paid a salary regardless of hours hours worked per week. A Grade 503 with an annual salary between $131,198.00 - $196,797.00.

Benefits: The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Below are some City of Glendale benefits resources for your review: 2025 - 2026 Benefits Guide City of Glendale Benefits Presentation City of Glendale’s Benefits Page

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave: City of GlendaleRegular status positions offer: 10.5 paid holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays Vacation leave accrues at: 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25* days per year) Increases to 6.12 hours per pay period after 5 years Then caps out at 7.6 hours per pay period after 10 years of service

Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days* per year)

* Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day Retirement: This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution is mandatory, and deducted every pay period The current contribution rate is 12.00% Why Choose Glendale: The City of Glendale is the West Valley’s entertainment nexus; whether it’s attending a world-class sporting event at StateFarm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, you'll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the west valley and has convenient access to the 101, 303, US 60, and I-10 freeways. With development happening all around the city, you will notice new homes and businesses being constructed frequently. At the City of Glendale you'll have the opportunity to interact and engage with a highly diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future.

Develops and directs programs designed to maintain contact with legislative and political leaders.Directs the work of staff in the intergovernmental programs office and directs the preparation of the budget.Presents legislative programs to the City Manager, Mayor, and City Council and provides advice on intergovernmental policies.Coordinates staff efforts to obtain results on the city’s legislative objective by supervising the preparation of reports.Performs lobbyist activities and represents the City's interest with local, county, state, and federal elected officials; coordinates activities with their respective staff.Researches and reviews proposed federal and state legislation affecting the City; shares proposed legislative information with City departments for review and input.Maintains awareness and monitors the status of proposed legislation and prepares reports for the City Manager and City Council; recommends policy and administrative positions on proposed legislation.Prepares and/or reviews position statements for City Council and City staff to use in testimony before legislative committees.Represents the City Manager and/or Mayor on various federal and state projects and committees on legislative issues.Works closely with the Arizona League of Cities and Towns and the Maricopa Association of Governments.Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in public administration, political science, or related field, and five years of experience working with state legislators, political and local officials, including experience in coordinating and administering special projects and intergovernmental programs. A Master's Degree is preferred.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.

Knowledge of: State legislative process, functions and structure of committees, federal and state programs, and their relationship to municipal operations Elected officials, appointed officials, and their staff State government protocol Arizona Lobbyist Regulation Laws Legislative issues and the City's positions Community organizations, their leaders, and available resources Practices of intergovernmental relations Principles and practices of public administration Municipal finance and budgeting

Ability to: Interpret federal, state, and city ordinances, rules and regulations, and make rational decisions in accordance with established policy Understand how broad view issues relate to the City's operations Analyze, interpret, and report research findings and recommendations Present information concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain effective working relationships with political officials, city officials, co-workers, other professionals, citizen groups, and the general public

Success Factor Classification Level - Executive To view the success factor definitions please click here . (If needed, click here to download PDF reader).

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Working Conditions: Office setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr