Legislative Liaison (Posting #235-24)

Legislative Liaison

(Posting #235-24)

The Department of Children and Families (DCF) has an immediate opportunity for qualified individuals to fill a current Legislative Liaison position in the Office of Communication located in Trenton, NJ.

The Legislative Liaison, under the direction of the Commissioner of the DCF and senior leadership, has charge of all programs related to the maintenance of an active, effective liaison with the New Jersey State legislature and other federal, state and local government officials with regard to regulations, policy and legislation; does related work as required to support and advocate for the Department’s strategic priorities with members of the legislature and Governor’s Office.

The Legislative Liaison reports to the Manager, Legislative Affairs within the Office of Communications and Public Affairs and is responsible for reviewing pending legislation; coordinating or drafting bill comments; assisting legislative offices with relevant constituent requests; collaborating with the Governor’s Office, as needed or appropriate; advising Department leadership on legislative strategy.

REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE: Six (6) years of experience in intergovernmental affairs with primary responsibility for interaction with other levels of government and other agencies regarding program matters.

SPECIAL NOTE: Preferred candidate will have four (4) years of experience in governmental affairs, reviewing pending legislation, coordinating or drafting bill comments, assisting legislative offices with constituent requests, and advising on legislative strategy.

NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated on a year for year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience.

RESUME NOTE: Eligibility determinations will be based upon information presented on the resume only. Applicants who possess a degree from a college or university outside the United States must provide an evaluation of one’s transcripts from a recognized evaluation service at the time of submission by the above closing date. Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.

TO APPLY: You must submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document, saving the file by your Last Name, First Name.

Please indicate in your cover letter the Posting # and where you found this job opportunity. Send the file to:

Job.Posting@dcf.nj.gov

LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: As a prospective employee of the State of New Jersey, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: Are you a veteran? If so, proof of your NJ Veterans Preference is required at application. Please provide a copy of your New Jersey Civil Service Commission NOTIFICATION OF VETERANS STATUS along with your cover letter and resume. For information on how to apply for Veterans Preference in the State of NJ, please visit the Civil Service Commission's website at http://www.state.nj.us/csc/seekers/veterans.

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above.

For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, e-mail: CSC-SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144, option 3.

RESIDENCY LAW: Please refer to the New Jersey Department of Children and Families’ website at www.state.nj.us/dcf.

The Department of Children and Families is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment which reflects the diversity of the state we serve.