Government and Regional Affairs Representative

At the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, we deliver reliable water to a region with 19 million people—and toaccomplishthis,we rely onateam of talented employees: innovators, problem-solvers, andcollaboratorswho make it all possible.

There is currently one (1) opening for a Government and Regional Affairs Representative located at Headquarters in downtown Los Angeles.

This recruitment may result in an eligibility list*.

Build relationships. Shape regional conversations. Support Southern California’s water reliability!

Are you a government or community affairs professional who understands how public agencies work—and enjoys bringing people together around issues that matter?

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) is looking for a Government and Regional Affairs Representative to serve as a key liaison between Metropolitan, its member agencies, local governments, elected officials, and community partners across Eastern Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, and Riverside County.

This is an opportunity to put your knowledge of government relations, public policy, water issues, and regional affairs to work on issues that directly affect communities and the future of Southern California’s water supply.

• Build and maintain relationships with member agencies, elected officials, local government leaders, community organizations, businesses, and other regional stakeholders.
• Serve as a primary regional liaison for Metropolitan, responding to questions and providing information about programs, policies, projects, legislation, and community initiatives.
• Monitor and interpret legislative, regulatory, and policy issues and communicate their potential impact to internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent Metropolitan at civic, business, community, and trade association meetings throughout the region.
• Give presentations and communicate complex water, legislative, and policy issues in a clear, accessible way.
• Coordinate regional outreach activities, special events, and meetings that strengthen collaboration between Metropolitan and its member agencies and communities.
• Organize and lead facility tours and specialized inspection visits for member agencies, elected officials, public agencies, and community or business organizations.
• Work independently while exercising sound judgment in interpreting policies, procedures, regulations, legislation, and regional issues.

The ideal candidate brings a combination of government relations expertise, public-sector knowledge, communication skills, and an understanding of regional water issues.

Your background may include experience with:

• Water policy, water resources, or utility programs
• Government or legislative affairs
• Environmental programs or environmental policy
• Land-use planning or regional planning
• Municipal government or other public agencies
• Community or stakeholder engagement
• Working with elected officials and their staff
• Public outreach, presentations, or intergovernmental relations
• Regional infrastructure or public policy issues

Experience working in the water or utility industry is especially valuable, as is knowledge of the communities, agencies, and regional issues affecting Eastern Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, and Riverside County. Most importantly, you know how to listen, build trust, navigate complex issues, and bring diverse stakeholders together around shared goals.

This position offers more than a traditional government affairs role. You’ll be out in the region, meeting with leaders and community partners, representing one of the nation’s largest water agencies, and helping connect regional priorities with Metropolitan’s mission.

If you…