Manager of Strategic Policy and Legislative Affairs

Position Overview

Make a meaningful impact in your community
Work with a passionate, mission-driven team
Enjoy a hybrid work opportunity
Professional development opportunities
Spend nights and weekends with friends and family
Enjoy a competitive benefits package including generous paid time off

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge of legislative processes.
• Experience within Florida government or public sector environments.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing and presentation development.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to build productive relationships with internal and external partners.
• Experience supporting executive leadership through research, analysis, and coordination.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience working in a government-sector role related to the responsibilities outlined in this position.
• OR
• 7 years of experience working in a government-sector role related to the responsibilities outlined in this position.
• Project Management certification is a plus.

Supplemental Information

• The Clerk's office offers a competitive benefits package including:
• Superior health care plans with low premiums
• Competitive retirement and pension plans - Florida Retirement System and 457 deferred compensation options
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, birthday leave, and volunteer time
• Our Wellness Program gives employees incentives, tools, social support, and strategies to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle
• We are a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Required Questions

• Describe a time you monitored a bill from introduction through passage. What tools or methods did you use?
• How do you stay informed about emerging legislative developments?
• Provide an example of how you analyzed the operational impact of a proposed or enacted law and how you supported the impacted business units.
• Translate complex legislative language into concise, actionable summaries for leadership?
• Facilitate multi county or multi agency groups? What methods did you use to ensure participation and alignment?
• Share an example of a strategic plan you helped create or manage. What was your role?
• What metrics or tools have you used to track progress on strategic initiatives?
• Explain how your government experience aligns with the responsibilities of this role.

Employer

• Lee County Clerk of Court and Comptroller
• PO Box 9344
  Fort Myers, Florida, 33902-9344
• (239) 533-3211
• http://www.leeclerk.org