• Legislative Liaison

    Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation (St. Paul, MN)


    ### Job Duties

    The Legislative Liaison, working under the direction of the Executive Director of Business Development, will support and represent the Department of Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation (IRRR) on legislative and agency related policy matters. This position serves as the primary contact on all legislative matters and guides the agency’s staff on legislative relations. This position leads and coordinates the development of agency legislative proposals, initiatives and strategies consistent with agency goals/priorities and with strategic priorities established by the Governor’s Office, other state agencies and external agency partners. The incumbent assists the Director of Business Recruitment in the formation and coordination of agency economic development initiatives and business recruitment outreach efforts, with a special focus on the Twin Cities and other geographic areas outside of the Taconite Assistance Area. This position works with the Director of Business Recruitment to develop and coordinate interagency initiatives to enhance resource sharing, information access and project outcomes for the agency's long-term and short-term economic development objectives

     

    The position has a contributory impact on the IRRR’s budget of approximately $70 million through proper execution of position responsibilities. This position will be involved in business recruitment activities and projects that lead to the creation of jobs and promote economic growth in the Taconite Assistance Area.

    ### Minimum Education Required

    • Four* (4) years of professional experience which includes advising management regarding proposed legislation, policies, and programs.

    *Bachelor’s degree in public administration, communications, political science or other closely related field as determined by the agency can substitute one (1) year of experience; Master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience.

    ### Minimum Experience Required

    • Ability to accurately interpret and communicate the policies, procedures and statutes governing the agency.

    • Thorough knowledge of the overall structure and operations of the state government and the legislative process.

    • Possess the skill to analyze complex, difficult, and technical issues affecting Iron Range Resources programs and initiatives as well as federal and state policies.

    • Exceptional strong, persuasive oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing.

    • Interpersonal skills and abilities to form partnerships and work cooperatively and effectively with both private and public entities, groups and organizations.

    • Experience working with a diverse clientele including the commitment to equity and diversity in the work environment.

    • Valid MN Driver’s License.

     

    ### Shift

    First (Day)

     

    ### Number of Openings

    1

     

    ### Public Transportation Accessible

    No

     

    ### Veterans Encouraged to Apply

    Yes

     

    ### Physical Required

    No

     

    ### Drug Test Required

    No

    ### Compensation

    $77,798.00 - $115,717.00 / Annually

     

    ### Postal Code

    55155

     

    ### Place of Work

     

    Hybrid

     

    ### Requisition ID

     

    88769

     

    ### Job Type

     

    Full Time

    ### Job Benefits

    GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Includes low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation, and sick leave, and one floating holiday and 11 paid holidays each year. Learn more at: https://mn.gov/mmb/segip/

    ### Application Link

    https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/