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Government Relations Officer - Jobs in Lethbridge, AB

University of Lethbridge
Job LocationLethbridge, AB
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Job TypeFull Time

Job Description

Job Title Government Relations OfficerPosition DetailsThe University of Lethbridge (uLethbridge) is one of Canada’s top universities and research institutions. ulethbridge is located on traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory. We honour the Blackfoot people and their traditional ways of knowing in caring for this land, as well as all Aboriginal peoples who have helped shape and continue to strengthen our university community. A people-first institution, the uLethbridge is made up of more than 8,900 students on campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary; 1,200 faculty and staff members, 47,000+ alumni and nearly 55 years of friends and community supporters.The Government Relations Officer supports the advancement of the goals and priorities of the University of Lethbridge with all levels of government. Reporting to the Executive Director of Communications, Marketing and Government Relations, the Government Relations Officer facilitates positive interactions between university leadership and elected and non-elected members of all levels of governments. Further, the Government Relations Officer assists in shaping and implementing government relations strategies, prepares briefing notes and position papers and organizes tours.The Government Relations Officer will:

  • assist in building relationships with elected and non-elected government officials at a municipal, provincial and federal level.
  • develop and implement targeted and general government relations strategies in consultation with senior executive, faculties and other university stakeholders.
  • conceptualize and implement communication strategies that link institutional research and teaching strengths with government priorities.
  • assist with senior administration’s interactions with government to ensure consistency and effectiveness of key messaging and to ensure a logical sequence of interactions for specific initiatives.
  • develop third-party advocacy relationships to increase credibility of institutional messaging.
  • ensure compliance of lobbying requirements including managing the U of L’s submission to the federal government’s lobbying registry.
About LethbridgeLethbridge is located in southern Alberta approximately two and a half hours from the city of Calgary and offers easy access to the provinces of British Columbia and Saskatchewan, and the state of Montana. Lethbridge’s most striking characteristic is the coulees – an extended river valley formation that was formed by glacial spill water over ten thousand years ago. The University of Lethbridge is situated on the west bank of the coulees with a panoramic view of the city, surrounding countryside and the world’s largest free-standing train bridge, the High-Level Bridge.Lethbridge is a welcoming and growing city with a population of approximately 100,000. Lethbridge offers many opportunities for an active lifestyle including more than 140 kilometers of walking and running trails, an extensive system of parks and green spaces, numerous sports and recreations facilities, and convenient access to Waterton Lakes National Park, Glacier National Park, and the Castle Mountain Ski Resort (under 90-minute drive to each). A wide variety of outdoor activities are available, including hiking, golfing, rafting, skiing/snowboarding and camping. Lethbridge also enjoys a thriving and vibrant arts scene, with cultural venues including performing art theatres and museums. Lethbridge is a safe and family-friendly community that provides a high-quality living experience, including light traffic and short commutes.Lethbridge enjoys a moderate climate with warm summers and mild winters due to the frequent warm Chinook winds. Lethbridge is also one of the sunniest cities in Canada with an average of more than 320 sunshine days per year.For information on life in Lethbridge please visit http://www.chooselethbridge.ca and http:///www.lethbridge.ca. To learn more about housing in Lethbridge please visit http://www.mls.ca.Position QualificationsThe successful candidate will have advocacy experience, understand post-secondary landscapes, and have the ability to cultivate and maintain positive and meaningful relationships. Strong writing and research skills are necessary. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.The successful candidate will be:
  • self-motivated, with the ability to successfully manage multiple files.
  • a strong researcher and writer.
  • committed to high quality of work.
  • able to understand complicated and changing government landscapes.
  • a team player able to work with a variety of stakeholders on campus.
  • able to work and interact with senior leaders at the university and within government.
This position is a full-time term position (two years) located at our Lethbridge campus.The University is committed to professional growth and will provide training opportunities to support the development of the successful candidate and the team.Hiring Range $50,198.00 - $63,149.00 annuallyCampus LethbridgeEmployment Group APOPosition Category OtherQuick Apply
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