Director, Government Affairs

Director Of Government Affairs

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The Director of Government Affairs reports to the Executive Director of External Relations and supports the Vice President of External Relations and Campus Operations Division. This position will serve as CSN's liaison to government officials, the Nevada System of Higher Education, the Board of Regents, and strategic external partners. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Director of Government Affairs establishes and maintains relationships with elected officials, legislative staff, government agencies, and senior college leadership;

coordinates meetings and legislative engagement opportunities; collaborates on system-wide legislative priorities; and assists in developing and implementing a comprehensive government relations strategy that advances the college's mission and strategic priorities.

The Director of Government Affairs is a key member of the Government Affairs team and plays an essential role in planning and executing CSN's government relations strategy. The position advances the college's legislative priorities by coordinating advocacy efforts, supporting policy development, monitoring legislation, and facilitating communication with government agencies, elected officials, and policymakers. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining comprehensive bill tracking throughout the legislative session and preparing legislative reports, briefing materials, presentations, testimony, and other advocacy collateral.

The Director is expected to reside in Carson City during the Nevada Legislative Session.

In addition to external advocacy, the Director works collaboratively across the college to engage students, faculty, staff, administrators, and shared governance groups in CSN's legislative and public policy efforts. The position helps build a campus-wide culture of advocacy by educating internal stakeholders on legislative priorities, gathering feedback on policy issues affecting the college, and developing an informed network of advocates who can effectively communicate CSN's impact and priorities to policymakers and the community.

Candidates considered most qualified will demonstrate the ability to think strategically, build consensus, navigate complex political and confidential environments, develop trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders, and effectively represent the interests of a comprehensive community college. Successful candidates will possess experience in government relations or lobbying, a strong understanding of the legislative process, established relationships with elected officials and the lobbying community, exceptional communication and coalition-building skills, and the ability to help advance the strategic priorities of the College of Southern Nevada.

Flexible working hours are required during the legislative session and throughout the year, including evenings and weekends.

Considerable in-state travel is required, including full-time presence in Carson City during the legislative session (February through June of each biennium) and any special legislative sessions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR…