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As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements: Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Language Incentive Referral Bonus Tuition Assistance Program Description Richmond City Council is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Council Liaison to support the 6th District City Council member.. Additionally, the incumbent may be assigned duties related to public and media relations, program development and operation, and statistical analyses researching, developing, and tracking legislation.. The selected candidate will demonstrate the ability to be a strategic and civic-minded professionalism with a drive to assist and advocate for the City of Richmond community.. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled.. Making presentations Investigating and resolving complaints Working with elected officials Creating newsletters/communications Event Planning Consumer services Legislation and Policy Gathering statistical information for budgetary plans Tracking expenses Reporting monthly expenditures None of the above 05 Which best describes your years of experience working in a municipal, state or federal government environment?

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Council Liaison* Salary $47,161.00 - $84,669.00 Annually Location Richmond, VA Job Type Full-Time Job Number 02M00000015 Department City Council Opening Date 03/07/2024 Closing Date Continuous Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y?Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity…YOU!!! This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements: Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Language Incentive Referral Bonus Tuition Assistance Program Description Richmond City Council is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Council Liaison to support the 6th District City Council member. The incumbent is responsible for providing support to the elected Council member, facilitating communication between the the office of the assigned dignitary, Council members, City agency staff, constituents, and the public. Additionally, the incumbent may be assigned duties related to public and media relations, program development and operation, and statistical analyses researching, developing, and tracking legislation. The selected candidate will demonstrate the ability to be a strategic and civic-minded professionalism with a drive to assist and advocate for the City of Richmond community. **This position is unclassified; therefore, the selected candidate will serve at thewill and pleasure of the Appointing Authority.** Duties include but are not limited to Serving as a liaison on behalf of the respective Council member with various officials and citizensExchanging information in connection with the development and execution of programs, projects or other related tasksFacilitating and coordinating communication between the respective member of Council and constituents, other legislators, City departmental leadership, agency heads, boards, commissions and similar entitiesAccompanying the Council member to meetings with City departmental personnel, neighborhood and community groups, organizations and citizens; may attend meetings on the Council member's behalfStaying abreast of the respective Council member's Board and Commission assignments, assisting as requiredMaintaining constituent database of informationMaintaining listing of Council member projects and priorities; researching the status of projects and make changes to listings as necessaryResearching, developing and tracking legislation and other developments for respective Council memberMaking presentations to various boards and committees and representing City Council and the district at civic/community meetingsSupervising interns and volunteersPlanning and/or assisting in the planning of special events of the respective Council member's districtCreating district newsletter, mailings and other communicationsAdvising the respective Council member on basic program and policy affairsConducting research for reports and proposals, gathering statistical and fiscal information for budgetary plans, and generating special reportsDocumenting, investigating, and resolving citizen complaintsTracking and reporting district expendituresPerforming other related duties as assigned Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses Minimum Qualifications: Requires Bachelor's degree or the equivalent of four years of college education in business management, public administration, or any related fieldRequires two (2) years of public service experienceAn equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classificationNo special certification or license requiredPreferred Qualifications:Master's Degree in Public Administration (MPA) or Business Administration (MBA) preferredPrior experience working within a local, state, or federal governmentExperience with representing an elected official at community and business meetingsExceptional critical thinking, problem solving, organizational and administrative skillsStrong analytical, interpersonal and internal/external communication skillsAdvanced proficiency in with using various systems and applications to complete daily tasks Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The City of Richmond Values Veterans-We are an Official V3 Certified Company. With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice". The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details. 01 10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply? Yes No 02 5-point veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following:Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply? Yes No 03 Which answer best describes your highest level of education? High School Diploma/GED Some college Associate's Degree Bachelor's/Advanced Degree None of the above 04 Indicate the tasks for which you have at least two (2) years of experience performing. Select all that apply. Making presentations Investigating and resolving complaints Working with elected officials Creating newsletters/communications Event Planning Consumer services Legislation and Policy Gathering statistical information for budgetary plans Tracking expenses Reporting monthly expenditures None of the above 05 Which best describes your years of experience working in a municipal, state or federal government environment? Less than two years of experience Two to three years of experience Four to five years of experience Six or more years of experience 06 Which best describes your years of experience supporting an elected official or other high level executive? Less than two years of experience Two to three years of experience Four to five years of experience Six or more years of experience 07 Which best describes your level of proficiency using Microsoft Office applications to include Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint? Limited proficiency Intermediate proficiency Advanced proficiency No proficiency 08 Explain why you feel you are the best candidate for this position. Required Question

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