Government Affairs Liaison - Philadelphia District Attorney's Office : Job Details

Position: Government Affairs Liaison Unit: External Engagement & Government Affairs DivisionSupervisor: Chief of DAO's External Engagement & Government Affairs DivisionCompany DescriptionThe Philadelphia District Attorney's Office isthe largest prosecutor's office in Pennsylvania, and one of the largest in the nation. It serves more than 1.5 million citizens of the City and County of Philadelphia, employing 600 lawyers, detectives and support staff. Our Assistant District Attorneys are dedicated to public service, public safety, and justice for all involved in the criminal justice system.The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office in particular is committed to several citywide collaborations aimed at reducing Philadelphia's jail population and improving the criminal justice system overall.Please note that effective September 1, 2021, the City of Philadelphia requires all new employees to present proof of vaccination against COVID-19. To attain a job with the city, you must be a city of Philadelphia resident within 6 months (180 days) of hire and able to work completely in the office. Job Overview The DAO's External Engagement & Government Affairs Division is seeking a Government Affairs Liaison to develop and manage the division's engagement, constituent services and programmatic strategies in partnership with the offices and staff of city and state elected officials. The Government Affairs Liaison will support the External Engagement & Government Affairs Division's mission and operations by building bridges between the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office and our government partners to include by not limited to: Philadelphia City Council, Pennsylvania House of Representatives, PA State Senate (Philadelphia Delegation) and federal partners.The Government Affairs Liaison will maintain a strong and continuous presence in neighborhoods, community townhalls/meetings, law enforcement meetings, Philadelphia City Council sessions/committee meetings, PA State Legislative sessions/meetings and Advocacy Group Meetings for Survivors of Crime and Mass Incarceration.Job ResponsibilitiesThe Government Affairs Liaison is responsible for proactively developing, implementing, and managing intergovernmental relationships, programming, and events to positively impact public safety, reform and community transformation strategies led by the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office in collaborations with our external partners. This includes facilitating, connecting, and collaborating with local law enforcement, community-based groups, faith-based organizations neighborhood schools, and other community institutions. The Government Affairs Liaison will coordinate monthly briefings for elected officials and their staff from city, state and federal offices. The Government Affairs Liaison will attend, speak, and present on behalf of the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office at community events, townhalls and other related gatherings.Experience and Qualifications

• All qualified applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three or more years' experience working in government relations, public relations, community engagement or related experience.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License & willing to travel within Philadelphia and across Pennsylvania for government affairs meetings and activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with diverse groups of people, including executives, managers, team members, and external partners.
• Strong desire and ability to communicate, relate, and work with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and conduct presentations and training sessions.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities at once.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and manage conflict.
• Ability to think and plan strategically.
• Available to attend and represent the DAO at events and engagements on evenings & weekends.
• Possess necessary and adequate transportation to travel to community events & programs.

BenefitsThis is an exempt employee with the City of Philadelphia. Immediately upon assuming office, new hire will receive benefits similar to those of other City of Philadelphia employees, including the below benefits:

• Generous retirement savings options available (pension plan and etc.)
• We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PFLF) Program qualified employer

• We offer comprehensive health coverage (medical, vision, prescription and dental) for employees and their eligible dependents
• Annual paid time off (PTO) package: 10 vacation days, 15 sick leave days, 11 paid holidays, 5 annual administrative leave
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Before tax commuter program
• Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts

• Sick leave bonuses and exchanges
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Applications will be active for one year from the date of receipt by the Office.All exempt employees of the District Attorney's Office are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney. The at-will relationship shall not be modified for any employee and no agreement, oral or written, shall be entered into that changes the at-will relationship. The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status.