Government Affairs Director implements strategic plans and oversees engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with all levels of government authorities that will support and enhance the businesses' goals. Manages teams that build relationships and liaise with government entities(federal, state, provincial, or local) that regulate or influence business activities. Being a Government Affairs Director performs ongoing monitoring and analysis of proposed legislation, emerging issues, and trends to determine the potential impact on the organization. Collaborates with industry groups and organizations with complementary objectives to achieve objectives. Additionally, Government Affairs Director creates communication vehicles and delivers messaging to inform and support business leaders. Requires a bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, business or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Government Affairs Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Government Affairs Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of General Counsel/Director of Government Affairs.
FVSU, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.
JOB SUMMARY
This position assesses university legal liability and regulatory compliance, manages the employee grievance process, and manages external disputes. The General Counsel/Director of Government Affairs is the principal liaison to local, state, and federal government and seeks to develop strong, collaborative relationships with policymakers including members and staff of the Georgia General Assembly and the University System of Georgia Legal Affairs staff. The General Counsel also provides legal counsel and guidance to the President, the executive leadership team, and other members of the University community on a broad range of legal matters relevant to the institution including compliance, contracts and grant management, employment, general business law policies and procedures, laws pertaining to students, real estate transactions and other laws and regulations. In addition to working with the senior leadership team of the university, this position reports directly to the President.
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KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The President assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include federal and state law as well as Board of Regents and university policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
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SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Supervises 2 full-time Compliance Coordinator positions:
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