Job Description
Non‑exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full‑time; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; full‑benefits; partial teleworking schedule may be available in accordance with Division policies.
Working in the Frederick County Government Office of the County Executive, this professional position will be responsible for monitoring the legislative process for state or local government. Supervision is received from the Director of Government Relations and Strategic Partnerships. This position is appointed and serves at the pleasure of the Frederick County Executive.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full‑time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
11 days of vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive medical insurance plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high‑deductible plan). This includes dental, vision, and flexible spending
Employee health center with no or low‑cost primary and urgent care
100% County‑paid 2× annual salary group term life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and employee funded defined benefit pension plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/life balance programs include: employee assistance program and employee wellness program
Generous tuition reimbursement program
Other employee‑paid benefits such as deferred compensation plan, legal resources, supplemental life insurance, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance, lifetime benefit with long‑term care plan.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with briefings, testimony, memos, staff reports, letter correspondence and other documents
Monitor all County Council meetings and provide summaries of each legislative day and workshop
Conduct policy and legislative research and compile and analyze information
Assist with the management of relationships with municipal officials
Aid the Director in developing advocacy materials for legislative priorities
Attend County and municipal government related meetings with or on behalf of the County Executive
Identify relevant government issues and trends including analyzing a range of proposed local legislation, regulation and policies to determine how it will impact county government
Organize the Quarterly County Executive/Mayors/Burgesses Meeting
Research and provide information and assistance regarding Government Relations programs and projects; receive and respond to concerns and questions; review issues and recommend corrective actions to the Director
Summarize proposed legislation and its effect on current law, and other policy implications
Attend meetings related to the legislative process and represent the GR Team in project oversight
Monitor County workgroups and meetings of County Boards and Commissions; inform the Director of relevant information and agenda items
Support the Director in managing relationships with advocates and external partners
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Government, Political Science, Public Policy or a related field
Some experience (paid or unpaid internships or volunteer experience may be considered) in governmental relations or the legislative process
Beginner skills in Microsoft 365
Possession of a valid automobile operator’s license
NOTE: A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered towards the overall requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Ability to accurately compile, analyze and prepare statistical data and reports
Ability to maintain awareness of legislative trends and development through independent research
Strong clerical and record‑keeping skills, including the ability to accurately perform basic math and financial functions
Ability to work with sensitive information and use good judgment to maintain appropriate confidentiality
Ability to apply critical thinking skills in analyzing data, trends, and patterns to spot problems and interpret their significance
Ability to effectively access and utilize Microsoft 365, e‑mail, spreadsheet and other systems and equipment, and to learn new software as it is required
Ability to effectively organize work, and determine priorities, including the ability to make decisions and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
Considerable knowledge of local, state, and federal government organization and legislative processes as well as pertinent law, ordinances, statutes and regulations
Ability to conduct legal research, perform analysis and use logical reasoning in developing legislation
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to clearly explain policies and procedures
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, boards/commissions, community groups, state officials, local leadership teams, co‑workers, and the general public
PREFERENCES
Experience working in a local or state government
Experience drafting legislative briefings
Experience preparing testimony for elected officials or leadership
Experience conducting legislative or policy research
Experience liaising with elected officials
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS
While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently sit, walk and drive; occasionally lift up to 20 pounds, push up to 40 pounds, reach and perform repetitive motions; and rarely climb
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; and rarely work outdoors and walk on uneven ground
AVAILABILITY & TRANSPORTATION
Available for varied evening and weekend work hours to accommodate meetings, special events, etc.
Ability to provide own transportation to meetings, etc.
KIND OF EXAMINATION
An evaluation of training and qualifications
One or more interviews
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