Intergovernmental Program Manager

About Us

The Intergovernmental Program 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.

The Intergovernmental Program Manager supports the City’s intergovernmental affairs program in coordination with the Intergovernmental Programs Director. This position represents the City’s interests before federal, state, regional, and local agencies and officials. Responsibilities include monitoring legislative and policy activity, analyzing proposals affecting City operations, and preparing comprehensive briefing materials for elected officials and senior staff.

• FLSA Exempt
• A Grade 417 with an annual salary between $107,937 - $161,905

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.

• City of Glendale’s Benefits Page

• 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)
• After 5 years: 6.12 hours per pay period
• After 10 years: 7.6 hours per pay period
• 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

• Participation in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Contribution rate 12.00% deducted every pay period

• Supports the Intergovernmental Programs Director by representing the City’s interests with federal, state, regional, and local entities. Strengthens relationships with elected officials, agency staff, military partners, and key stakeholder groups across Arizona.
• Researches and analyzes proposed federal and state legislation affecting the City; shares relevant information with department directors and liaisons for review and feedback.
• Tracks and monitors the status of federal and state legislation; provides reports to the Intergovernmental Programs Director and recommends policy or administrative positions.
• Prepares briefing materials for the City Manager, senior leadership, Mayor, and City Council on regional, state, and national policy matters. Provides in‑person briefings and accompanies city leaders to related meetings.
• Reviews and evaluates agendas, policy documents, and meetings of the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), Regional Public Transportation Authority (RPTA), and the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association (AMWUA).
• Attends regional functions on behalf of City leadership; participates in annual conferences with the City Council and other out‑of‑state events of significance to the City.
• Collaborates with the Intergovernmental Programs Director and City leadership to develop policy proposals and funding requests at all levels of government. Builds support for City positions, conducts lobbying activities, and maintains professional networks with intergovernmental affairs representatives.
• Tracks, prepares, and presents weekly legislative reports to the City Council and City Management; oversees the Neighborhood Legislative Link Program.
• Prepares and/or reviews position statements, talking points, and scripts for City Council and City staff for legislative testimony, meetings with government officials, and media engagements.
• Coordinates…