Government Relations Officer Of Regional And Local

THE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS OFFICER OF REGIONAL AND LOCAL (COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER)

(This is an at‑will position)

Salary Range: $50.29 - $68.44

The Port of Long Beach, one of the world's busiest seaports, is an international gateway for the reliable, efficient, and sustainable movement of goods and is a leader in environmental stewardship. Credited with moving approximately $300 billion in trade, the Port serves as a critical hub for international commerce and is a major transportation center. East Asian trade accounts for the bulk of Long Beach shipments.

Port-related international trade has a wide-ranging economic impact, supporting millions of jobs that benefit the region and the country.

The Government Relations Division leads the charge in building powerful connections between the Port of Long Beach and key decision‑makers, whether elected officials, legislative staff, agency leaders, or appointed officials at the local, state, and federal levels. The Division also oversees the Port’s education and workforce development programming to connect students and workers with a number of training and job opportunities in the supply chain.

With a sharp focus on shaping the future, the Government Relations Division goes beyond outreach, offering expert legislative analysis and advocacy to advance the Port's initiatives. Their mission? To champion the Port's vital programs and secure the funding needed to keep it thriving and ahead of the curve!

Reporting directly to the Manager of Government Relations, the Government Relations Officer plays a vital and dynamic role in shaping the Port of Long Beach’s legislative and intergovernmental strategy. This position offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of key advocacy efforts, working closely with senior leadership to influence policy, build strategic alliances, and represent one of the world's busiest and most innovative ports.

• Assist in establishing and implementing short and long‑range goals, objectives, and policy recommendations for the Government Relations support function.
• Serve as the Port’s primary liaison to local and regional legislators, legislative staff, and agency leaders under the supervision of the Manager of Government Relations.
• Develop and recommend actions, strategies, and engagement approaches to advance the Port’s legislative priorities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the Government Relations Strategic Plan.
• Review weekly Long Beach City Council agendas and the agendas of regional authorities, including South Coast AQMD, Gateway Cities COG, SCAG, Metro, Port of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors, and more, identify items of relevance to the Port, and notify appropriate staff. Prepare timely summaries of impacts, required actions, and outcomes.
• Work strategically with the offices of the Mayor, City Council members, regional agency leaders, and legislative staff to educate them about Port priorities, projects, and programs. Additionally, meet with them regularly to ensure they have the information needed to make informed decisions on Port‑related matters, assist Port staff working on critical Port management construction projects, and connect with elected and industry partners to facilitate communication.
• Conduct research on and provide analysis of local policies/legislation of interest to the Port. Maintain updated and accurate tracking logs of relevant policies and legislation in a clear and concise format.
• Compose, edit, and transmit letters of support or opposition, talking points, or speeches on Port‑related policies, legislation, grants, or projects.
• Prepare, revise, and deliver a monthly report to the Mayor and City Council regarding Harbor Commission proceedings.
• Prepare and present verbal updates, as well as timely written reports and legislative updates, to the Board of Harbor Commissioners, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Directors, Mayor, City Council, Department Heads, agency leaders, and legislative staff.
• Coordinate and assist with the execution of educational briefings and tours of the Port to elected…