City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator

Under general supervision, responsible for coordinating or communicating legislative and other intergovernmental activities that may be of interest to City officials.

1. Assists in interpreting applicable laws, charters, ordinances, etc. and in monitoring legislation that impacts the services and activities of the City.
2. Maintains an awareness of legislative activities affecting City operations. Informs the Intergovernmental Relations Officer, Deputy Intergovernmental Relations Officer, and other appropriate staff of all legislative issues affecting the City.
3. Acts as a contact person for Federal, State, and Local officials, as well as City department points of contact, and coordinates responses to requests.
4. Assists in monitoring and coordinating legislative tracking.
5. Facilitates the handling of time-sensitive requests, such as Open Records, and prepares administrative reports, such as Council update memos.
6. Provides technical expertise to other departments of the City and to concerned members of the public.
7. Participates in the development and administration of the department budget; estimates funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring and approval of expenditures; and directs the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments as necessary.
8. Performs economic or business needs forecasting and reports.
9. Maintains calendar; schedules meetings, conferences, and events; plans travel itineraries; and makes travel arrangements.
10. Opens, sorts, reads, prioritizes, and routes incoming mail, including faxes and emails.
11. Monitors contracts and agreements with suppliers, distributors, and other organizational entities.

• Knowledge of Federal and State legislative procedures and organizational structures.
• Knowledge of Federal and State programs as they relate to municipal operations.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, and policies regarding Local government operations.
• Knowledge of legislation tracking systems.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to analyze and interpret research findings and conclusion.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus two (2) years of related experience, including at least four (4) months of working legislative sessions with State or Local officials.
• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.