Intergovernmental Coordinator
Governmental Affairs Program
Make an Impact on Florida's Water Resources
The St. Johns River Water Management District is an environmental agency whose work is focused on ensuring a long-term supply of drinking water, and to protect and restore the health of water bodies in the District’s 18 counties in northeast and east-central Florida.
Enjoy work-life balance in a professional culture with competitive pay and benefits.
Advanced professional work serving as a liaison between the District and local governments, agencies, and local, state, and federal elected and appointed officials to communicate information on available data and analysis, programs, and services of the District.
What You'll Do
- Serves as the primary liaison between the District and local, regional, and state government entities in the region; establishing and maintaining strong relationships with local, state, federal elected and appointed officials, and community stakeholders to advance the District’s mission.
- Monitors local and regional water and natural resource issues; communicates emerging issues to key District staff.
- Provides support to internal bureaus and offices; provides counsel and assistance to internal staff.
- Conducts targeted communication efforts to address resource issues and concerns.
- Prepare reports, briefing materials, and correspondence to support decision-making.
Key Skills for Success
- Relationship building, conflict/problem identification and resolution, team leadership and coordination, one-on-one communications, and public speaking.
- Organize and prioritize work efforts within a specified geographic region of responsibility; work independently; establish and achieve work goals; communicate effectively with others in a tactful and diplomatic manner; respond under pressure; problem solve; assume responsibility for work assignments; follow direction and meet deadlines.
What You'll Bring | Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, government relations, communications, political science, public relations, urban and regional planning, and/or an earth science; and four years of progressively responsible professional experience in communications, public and/or intergovernmental relations.
A master's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, government relations, communications, political science, public relations, urban and regional planning, and/or an earth science can substitute for one year of the required experience.
A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, government relations, communications, political science, public relations, urban and regional planning, and/or an earth science can substitute for two years of the required experience.
Professional experience in the areas described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education
Preferred experience
Working for and/or with Florida local and/or state government.
Working Environment
Mostly general office environment. Evening meetings, extensive travel within service center area, emergency operations during a storm may require working weekends, and ability to carry light equipment and supplies.
Location
Palm Bay
Licenses
Valid State of Florida Driver’s License.
Salary range: $66,934.40 - $83,657.60
Salary is based on qualifications and experience.
Why Join Us?
In addition to meaningful work and opportunities for professional growth, benefits include:
- Florida Retirement System
- Health and dental insurance
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid leave and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness program
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Your application will receive careful consideration. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted to schedule an appointment.
The St. Johns River Water Management District participates in E-Verify. Certain service members, veterans, and qualifying spouses and family members receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Closing Date
Open until filled
Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans’ Preference/Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, government relations, communications, political science, public relations, urban and regional planning, earth science, or a related listed field
- Four years of progressively responsible professional experience in communications, public relations, and/or intergovernmental relations
- A master’s degree in a listed field may substitute for one year of required experience
- A doctorate degree in a listed field may substitute for two years of required experience
- Professional experience may substitute year-for-year for the required college education
- Valid State of Florida Driver’s License
- Experience working for or with Florida local and/or state government
What We Do
The St. Johns River Water Management District is a Florida state environmental regulatory agency serving 18 counties in northeast and east-central Florida. Its mission is to protect natural resources and support sustainable water use. The agency focuses on water supply, water quality, flood protection and natural systems, carrying out work such as conservation education, regulating water use, research, data collection, restoration and natural-area preservation.
