The Nature Conservancy
Phoenix, Arizona
What We Can Achieve Together: The External Affairs Associate supports The Nature Conservancy’s conservation goals by leading project teams, designing and delivering project objectives, and serving as liaison and informational contact between The Nature Conservancy and country, sub-national, and local agencies, multilateral institutions/ agencies, business and/or private groups. We’re Looking for You: Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today! The External Affairs Associate works with government and business entities to further the Conservancy’s mission for the Arizona chapter and in support of the seven-state, two-country Colorado River program and the Conservancy’s North American Government Relations program. 1. Lobbying and Government Relations (approximately 50%) a) Cultivating relationships with federal, state, tribal, and/or local government decision-makers, with emphasis on state, local and tribal relationship building/relationship management. b) Advancing conservation policy priorities through regular contact with TNC contract lobbyists and with federal, state, local, and tribal government officials. c) Track, analyze and prepare recommendations on state and federal legislation in partnership with chapter External Affairs Director. 2. Collaborating with Program Teams (approximately 20%) a) Works closely with land and water conservation programs to advise and support land and water conservation strategies and also works with Development and Marketing building support and capacity for the Conservancy. b) Work with conservation staff to develop high level strategies to build influence and improve partnerships. c) Work with External Affairs Director and contract lobbyists to develop multi-faceted legislative campaigns to increase our impact and achieve specific policy goals. 3. Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition Participation (approximately 20%) a) Represent chapter at a range of policy and coalition tables to develop policy and maintain working relationships with a broad range of community, government and industry stakeholders. b) Form multi-organization working groups to develop policy as needed. 4. Other (approximately 10%) a. Administration: Completes in a timely and accurate manner items such as timecards, expense reports and performance reviews. b. Participates in department, AZ Business Unit, Division, Regional and TNC-wide meetings. c. Other duties as required. RESPONSIBILIES & SCOPE • May supervise administrative staff and/or volunteers, interns, or temporary staff. • Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development, and meeting fundraising targets. • Maintains regular contact with local, sub-national, country and multilateral officials, and/or corporate representatives on matters pertaining to administrative, legislative, and/or corporate actions and internationally negotiated agreements. • Develops strategic partnerships with relevant groups to influence legislation and/or, international negotiations and agreements. • Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements. • Serves as a team leader for assigned projects and coordinate the work of others. • Ensures that the program complies with country lobbying laws and regulations. • May need to gain cooperation from individuals or groups (inside and outside the Conservancy) over whom there is no direct authority in order to accomplish program goals. • Occasional travel within Arizona (including overnight at least once annually) and occasional overnight travel to other U.S. locations for training, workshops, conferences, etc. • Occasionally work overtime, evenings, or weekends. • Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain. What You’ll Bring: • Bachelor’s degree (preferably in political science, environmental policy, management or other relevant field) and 4 years of related experience (such as government relations, policy, lobbying, or advocacy experience), or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience presenting to and/or communicating with business, government or legislative staff and/or program leadership. • Experience in designing, implementing and directing multiple complex projects and ensuring program accountability. • Communications experience including preparing and presenting project proposals and developing written communications. • Experience working with corporate or NGO partners, and government agencies. • Experience working and communicating effectively with a wide range of people. • Experience with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Power Point). DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated. • Master’s degree appreciated. • Familiarity with social, economic and political conditions and issues in Arizona. • Experience coordinating projects in a decentralized organization, working across teams, operating units and functions to achieve optimal results. • Outstanding written and oral communication, negotiating and organizational skills. • Supervisory experience, including ability to set objectives and manage performance. What We Bring: Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservation throughout the world! The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers. We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, well-being, and flexibility needs of the people we employ! Next Steps: To apply for job ID 53293, submit your current resume and cover letter online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
What We Can Achieve Together: The External Affairs Associate supports The Nature Conservancy’s conservation goals by leading project teams, designing and delivering project objectives, and serving as liaison and informational contact between The Nature Conservancy and country, sub-national, and local agencies, multilateral institutions/ agencies, business and/or private groups. We’re Looking for You: Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today! The External Affairs Associate works with government and business entities to further the Conservancy’s mission for the Arizona chapter and in support of the seven-state, two-country Colorado River program and the Conservancy’s North American Government Relations program. 1. Lobbying and Government Relations (approximately 50%) a) Cultivating relationships with federal, state, tribal, and/or local government decision-makers, with emphasis on state, local and tribal relationship building/relationship management. b) Advancing conservation policy priorities through regular contact with TNC contract lobbyists and with federal, state, local, and tribal government officials. c) Track, analyze and prepare recommendations on state and federal legislation in partnership with chapter External Affairs Director. 2. Collaborating with Program Teams (approximately 20%) a) Works closely with land and water conservation programs to advise and support land and water conservation strategies and also works with Development and Marketing building support and capacity for the Conservancy. b) Work with conservation staff to develop high level strategies to build influence and improve partnerships. c) Work with External Affairs Director and contract lobbyists to develop multi-faceted legislative campaigns to increase our impact and achieve specific policy goals. 3. Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition Participation (approximately 20%) a) Represent chapter at a range of policy and coalition tables to develop policy and maintain working relationships with a broad range of community, government and industry stakeholders. b) Form multi-organization working groups to develop policy as needed. 4. Other (approximately 10%) a. Administration: Completes in a timely and accurate manner items such as timecards, expense reports and performance reviews. b. Participates in department, AZ Business Unit, Division, Regional and TNC-wide meetings. c. Other duties as required. RESPONSIBILIES & SCOPE • May supervise administrative staff and/or volunteers, interns, or temporary staff. • Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development, and meeting fundraising targets. • Maintains regular contact with local, sub-national, country and multilateral officials, and/or corporate representatives on matters pertaining to administrative, legislative, and/or corporate actions and internationally negotiated agreements. • Develops strategic partnerships with relevant groups to influence legislation and/or, international negotiations and agreements. • Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements. • Serves as a team leader for assigned projects and coordinate the work of others. • Ensures that the program complies with country lobbying laws and regulations. • May need to gain cooperation from individuals or groups (inside and outside the Conservancy) over whom there is no direct authority in order to accomplish program goals. • Occasional travel within Arizona (including overnight at least once annually) and occasional overnight travel to other U.S. locations for training, workshops, conferences, etc. • Occasionally work overtime, evenings, or weekends. • Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain. What You’ll Bring: • Bachelor’s degree (preferably in political science, environmental policy, management or other relevant field) and 4 years of related experience (such as government relations, policy, lobbying, or advocacy experience), or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience presenting to and/or communicating with business, government or legislative staff and/or program leadership. • Experience in designing, implementing and directing multiple complex projects and ensuring program accountability. • Communications experience including preparing and presenting project proposals and developing written communications. • Experience working with corporate or NGO partners, and government agencies. • Experience working and communicating effectively with a wide range of people. • Experience with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Power Point). DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated. • Master’s degree appreciated. • Familiarity with social, economic and political conditions and issues in Arizona. • Experience coordinating projects in a decentralized organization, working across teams, operating units and functions to achieve optimal results. • Outstanding written and oral communication, negotiating and organizational skills. • Supervisory experience, including ability to set objectives and manage performance. What We Bring: Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservation throughout the world! The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers. We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, well-being, and flexibility needs of the people we employ! Next Steps: To apply for job ID 53293, submit your current resume and cover letter online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
washington, Dist. Columbia, 20002, United States
Position Summary
The position is responsible for enhancing the advocacy efforts of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) by creating champions from targeted members of Congress through direct political engagement within their applicable districts. The position is also responsible for assisting and motivating member company facilities representatives to execute robust engagement in field-based political and grassroots activities.
The position reports directly to the Senior Director, Political Mobilization.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Mobilizes political assets in targeted districts to engage in Congressional plant tours, district meetings, political fundraisers, etc., on a sustained basis.
Assists in the creation, marketing and implementation of grassroots and social media strategy and components.
Identifies potential tools to enhance overall online grassroots and social media efforts and investigates opportunities to expand online service to outside audience.
Develops written communications (e.g. activity reports, Action Alerts, presentations, training materials, web content, etc.) to inform relevant internal and/or external audiences of priority issues as well as program actions and results.
Maintains current grassroots database and produces information from system, as needed.
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with relevant ACC staff, member company representatives, and various third-party consultants/vendors.
Coordinates with appropriate State and Federal Affairs staff, including planning grassroots meetings, preparing appropriate leave-behind materials, and attending meetings/conferences, as needed.
Serves as department liaison to other divisions of the organization.
Identifies, compiles, and distributes relevant reports, as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required
Bachelor’s degree.
Three years relevant campaign, political experience or digital media experience.
Familiarity with and interest in public policy process and grassroots strategies, tools, and tactics.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues, projects, tasks and information/requests.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing legislative and political environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working with internet applications, including website management.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel, as needed, within the United States.
Preferred
Federal or state candidate campaign or district office work experience.
Corporate or trade association experience.
Significant digital media engagement.
Apply Here PI169777740
Position Summary
The position is responsible for enhancing the advocacy efforts of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) by creating champions from targeted members of Congress through direct political engagement within their applicable districts. The position is also responsible for assisting and motivating member company facilities representatives to execute robust engagement in field-based political and grassroots activities.
The position reports directly to the Senior Director, Political Mobilization.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Mobilizes political assets in targeted districts to engage in Congressional plant tours, district meetings, political fundraisers, etc., on a sustained basis.
Assists in the creation, marketing and implementation of grassroots and social media strategy and components.
Identifies potential tools to enhance overall online grassroots and social media efforts and investigates opportunities to expand online service to outside audience.
Develops written communications (e.g. activity reports, Action Alerts, presentations, training materials, web content, etc.) to inform relevant internal and/or external audiences of priority issues as well as program actions and results.
Maintains current grassroots database and produces information from system, as needed.
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with relevant ACC staff, member company representatives, and various third-party consultants/vendors.
Coordinates with appropriate State and Federal Affairs staff, including planning grassroots meetings, preparing appropriate leave-behind materials, and attending meetings/conferences, as needed.
Serves as department liaison to other divisions of the organization.
Identifies, compiles, and distributes relevant reports, as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required
Bachelor’s degree.
Three years relevant campaign, political experience or digital media experience.
Familiarity with and interest in public policy process and grassroots strategies, tools, and tactics.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues, projects, tasks and information/requests.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing legislative and political environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working with internet applications, including website management.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel, as needed, within the United States.
Preferred
Federal or state candidate campaign or district office work experience.
Corporate or trade association experience.
Significant digital media engagement.
Apply Here PI169777740
City of Maricopa
39700 West Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, Arizona 85138
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general administrative direction, performs high-level work of considerable complexity and sensitivity reviewing legislation at the local, state, and federal levels and recommends actions to further the Mayor and City Council policy interest; serves as the primary liaison between the Mayor and City Council, City and the elected and appointed officials of other governmental agencies. Receives general administrative direction from the Mayor, City Council and as appropriate, from the City Manager.
The Intergovernmental Affairs Director is a classified position that reports to the Mayor and City Council and keeps the City Manager informed of issues impacting the City. This position retains all of the rights of a City Employee. Discipline and termination remain under the purview of the City Manager, with input from the City Council.
The Intergovernmental Affairs Director coordinates the City’s dealing with federal, state, and other local governments, seeking to foster constructive partnerships between the Mayor, City Council, City and these entities. The incumbent keeps the Mayor, City Council and City Manager informed on intergovernmental issues and assists in representing the City’s interest in these matters including monitoring and/or advocating for various pieces of legislation and grant funding.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Maintains awareness of legislative activities affecting City operations and provide timely updates and assessment of federal, state, and local programs/initiatives; anticipate legislative issues and identifies opportunities to develop and influence policy to best meet the needs of the Mayor, City Council and City.
Participates in and often leads the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for citywide legislative initiatives and policy actions; interprets complex and technical legislative reports and educates City on legislation that impacts the City.
Coordinates the formulation and advocacy of legislative and state/federal funding; conducts analysis, develops and recommends policy positions on government affairs and legislative issues to the Mayor, City Council and City Manager.
Coordinates the City’s external relationships with other regional governmental agencies and legislative bodies with common interests, and develops and leads regional strategies on legislative and regional issues.
Coordinates legislative efforts with the League of Arizona Cities and Towns and other affected parties such as Maricopa Association of Governments, Central Arizona Association of Governments, Rural Transportation Advisory Council, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, the Arizona Department of Transportation and monthly State Transportation Board meetings, etc.; and seeks to influence decision-makers to support City initiated views.
Conducts special projects, studies, surveys and collects information on difficult intergovernmental and administrative problems, analyzes findings, and prepares reports of practical solutions.
Represents the Mayor and City Council in meetings, special commissions, and boards as assigned, and with legislators, elected and appointed officials, and other political jurisdictions.
Develop itineraries and briefing documents for the Mayor and City Council in advance of federal and state legislative meetings and related travel.
Coordinates meetings with federal and state elected or appointed officials and or council retained lobbyists and works with their staff to effectively plan and execute visits, events, and tours.
Performs lobbyist activities and represents the City’s interest with local, county, state and federal issues; coordinates activities with their respective staff. Performs lobbyist activities for the City by making appearances at hearings and meetings in Arizona, Washington D.C. and other required city-related locations, persuading policymakers to accept the City’s legislative position, maintaining contact and influence with regional players, and representing the City’s initiated views.
Participates in special projects and activities by acting as a political advisor, and with permission serves as spokesperson for the Mayor and City Council on selected intergovernmental issues and programs wherein the Council is not present, but is using the Intergovernmental Affairs Director as their representative.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in public administration, political science or related field, and five (5) years of experience working with state legislators, political and local officials, including experience in coordinating and administering special projects and intergovernmental programs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two (2) years of supervisory or project management experience and a Master's Degree is preferred.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for Preferred Qualifications at the discretion of the hiring authority.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS
Valid Arizona Operator's Driver's License.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
State legislative process
Functions and structure of committees
Federal and state programs and their relationship to municipal operations
State government protocol
Arizona Lobbyist regulations
Principles and practices of public administration
Municipal finance and budgeting
Administrative project development, scheduling, and monitoring
Ability to:
Interpret federal, state and city ordinances, rules and regulations, and make rational decisions in accordance with established policy;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with political officials, city officials, co-workers, other professionals, citizen's groups, and the general public.
Maintain a registered lobbyist certification;
Analyze, interpret and report research findings and recommendations;
Present information concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing;
Produce written documents in the English language with clearly organized thoughts, with proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar.
Ability to be self-motivated and highly communicative. Hours are somewhat flexible depending on the season of the year, with extensive hourly commitments while the Arizona Legislature is in session up to and sometimes beyond Sine Die. Other times a mixture of working in the office or an at-home office will be acceptable depending on permission from the governing authority.
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general administrative direction, performs high-level work of considerable complexity and sensitivity reviewing legislation at the local, state, and federal levels and recommends actions to further the Mayor and City Council policy interest; serves as the primary liaison between the Mayor and City Council, City and the elected and appointed officials of other governmental agencies. Receives general administrative direction from the Mayor, City Council and as appropriate, from the City Manager.
The Intergovernmental Affairs Director is a classified position that reports to the Mayor and City Council and keeps the City Manager informed of issues impacting the City. This position retains all of the rights of a City Employee. Discipline and termination remain under the purview of the City Manager, with input from the City Council.
The Intergovernmental Affairs Director coordinates the City’s dealing with federal, state, and other local governments, seeking to foster constructive partnerships between the Mayor, City Council, City and these entities. The incumbent keeps the Mayor, City Council and City Manager informed on intergovernmental issues and assists in representing the City’s interest in these matters including monitoring and/or advocating for various pieces of legislation and grant funding.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Maintains awareness of legislative activities affecting City operations and provide timely updates and assessment of federal, state, and local programs/initiatives; anticipate legislative issues and identifies opportunities to develop and influence policy to best meet the needs of the Mayor, City Council and City.
Participates in and often leads the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for citywide legislative initiatives and policy actions; interprets complex and technical legislative reports and educates City on legislation that impacts the City.
Coordinates the formulation and advocacy of legislative and state/federal funding; conducts analysis, develops and recommends policy positions on government affairs and legislative issues to the Mayor, City Council and City Manager.
Coordinates the City’s external relationships with other regional governmental agencies and legislative bodies with common interests, and develops and leads regional strategies on legislative and regional issues.
Coordinates legislative efforts with the League of Arizona Cities and Towns and other affected parties such as Maricopa Association of Governments, Central Arizona Association of Governments, Rural Transportation Advisory Council, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, the Arizona Department of Transportation and monthly State Transportation Board meetings, etc.; and seeks to influence decision-makers to support City initiated views.
Conducts special projects, studies, surveys and collects information on difficult intergovernmental and administrative problems, analyzes findings, and prepares reports of practical solutions.
Represents the Mayor and City Council in meetings, special commissions, and boards as assigned, and with legislators, elected and appointed officials, and other political jurisdictions.
Develop itineraries and briefing documents for the Mayor and City Council in advance of federal and state legislative meetings and related travel.
Coordinates meetings with federal and state elected or appointed officials and or council retained lobbyists and works with their staff to effectively plan and execute visits, events, and tours.
Performs lobbyist activities and represents the City’s interest with local, county, state and federal issues; coordinates activities with their respective staff. Performs lobbyist activities for the City by making appearances at hearings and meetings in Arizona, Washington D.C. and other required city-related locations, persuading policymakers to accept the City’s legislative position, maintaining contact and influence with regional players, and representing the City’s initiated views.
Participates in special projects and activities by acting as a political advisor, and with permission serves as spokesperson for the Mayor and City Council on selected intergovernmental issues and programs wherein the Council is not present, but is using the Intergovernmental Affairs Director as their representative.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in public administration, political science or related field, and five (5) years of experience working with state legislators, political and local officials, including experience in coordinating and administering special projects and intergovernmental programs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two (2) years of supervisory or project management experience and a Master's Degree is preferred.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for Preferred Qualifications at the discretion of the hiring authority.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS
Valid Arizona Operator's Driver's License.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
State legislative process
Functions and structure of committees
Federal and state programs and their relationship to municipal operations
State government protocol
Arizona Lobbyist regulations
Principles and practices of public administration
Municipal finance and budgeting
Administrative project development, scheduling, and monitoring
Ability to:
Interpret federal, state and city ordinances, rules and regulations, and make rational decisions in accordance with established policy;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with political officials, city officials, co-workers, other professionals, citizen's groups, and the general public.
Maintain a registered lobbyist certification;
Analyze, interpret and report research findings and recommendations;
Present information concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing;
Produce written documents in the English language with clearly organized thoughts, with proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar.
Ability to be self-motivated and highly communicative. Hours are somewhat flexible depending on the season of the year, with extensive hourly commitments while the Arizona Legislature is in session up to and sometimes beyond Sine Die. Other times a mixture of working in the office or an at-home office will be acceptable depending on permission from the governing authority.