Director, Government Relations & Grants Administration - Grade E2 - $103,038 - $154,557 - $206,077

This position will be posted from October 7, 2024 to October 21, 2024 by 4:00pm.

Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and a background check.

DRPA and PATCO are subject to federal law, under which marijuana continues to be illegal.

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Basic Purpose Of Position

Under the general supervision of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, this position is responsible for developing, coordinating, directing, and administering policies and procedures relating to all phases of government relations and grants administration. This individual will act as a liaison with other governmental entities responsible for transportation and legacy economic development activities. Directs and oversees grants preparation, administration and compliance.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Authority will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

DESCRIPTION OF TASK

Manages the activities of a professional staff tasked to deliver world class service in the areas of governmental relations and grants administration. This includes hiring, training, motivating, counseling staff and reviewing performance of staff reporting to the Director.

Plans and implements policies and procedure programs. Develops grant funding strategies to achieve the objectives and priorities of the Government Relations Department to align with the strategic goals and objectives of the DRPA. Evaluates existing programs, services, and procedures to establish methods for implementation of programs that impact government regulations. The Director develops comprehensive advocacy strategies to maximize major federal funding for PATCO and DRPA.

The Director develops and executes the Congressional relations strategy by developing relationships with key members of Congress and their staffs, to achieve the DRPA/PATCO policy goals. Develop lobbying strategies as appropriate.

Represents the Authority by presenting information, observations, opinions, and arguments to federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory agencies, other organizations and individual legislators, whose actions might affect the organization’s interests. Represents the Authority in town meetings or municipal board meetings when relevant business is discussed. Participates in the federal legislative delegation in Washington, DC.

Maintains a rapport with all regulatory and other interested groups on behalf of the Authority’s transportation accountability.

Identifies issues by meeting with special interest groups to determine legal requirements and policies.

Complies with legal requirements by enforcing company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

Participates with area service and civic groups to gather information and seek support of these groups on behalf of the Delaware River Port Authority and PATCO.

Researches government and public affairs issues by monitoring and tracking legislative, regulatory, and public affairs information

Develops and maintains current knowledge of government relations principles and practices. Maintains regulatory information by distributing new laws and regulations, coordinating information with applicable departments about changes and responding to requests for current and updated regulatory information.

Acts as staff liaison to governmental agencies by providing information regarding the services the organization provides to enhance the image of the Authority and advance its objectives

Establishes, coordinates, and maintains reports that are informative and civic facing.

Develops recommendations for the Authority relative to government relations.

Develops and presents an annual budget to accomplish the department’s financial objective by controlling expenses in conjunction with the Finance Division.

Perform Other Related Duties As Required And Assigned.

Core Value Competencies

Safety: We promote safety in all we do. Our commitment to the safety of our customers and employees is paramount.

Integrity: We are committed to the highest level of ethical conduct, personally and corporately. We accomplish this by being open and honest, and by meeting our commitments to each other, our customers and our region.

Customer Service: We deliver the best, highest quality service to our customers because they are our primary concern. We provide quality service by focusing on both internal and external customers.

Quality: We value and recognize quality performance and strive for the highest quality in all we do. We accomplish this by monitoring our work, systems and processes and taking action to ensure that they meet or exceed standards.

Teamwork: We work as a team. We encourage our employees to develop and contribute their talents cooperatively. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed. Effective teamwork includes working cooperatively with others as part of a team- as opposed to working individually or competitively- to accomplish shared objectives.

Communication: We encourage communication in and between all parts of our Authority because we believe the free exchange of information is vital to unity, effectiveness and service among our employees, and to our customers and the region we serve. We are committed to delivering clear, effective communications and taking responsibility for understanding others.

Innovation: We are leaders in finding new approaches and encouraging new ideas. We welcome the exchange of new ideas to improve the Authority. We foster and initiate new ideas, methods and solutions to support the mission and objectives of the Authority.

Dependability & Accountability: We can be relied upon to do the work that's required every time. We are consistently at work and on time, ensuring that work responsibilities are covered and expected results are achieved.

Self-Development: We take steps to ensure continued learning and professional growth.

Leadership: We exhibit confidence in self and others; inspire respect and trust; react well under pressure; shows courage to take action; motivate others to perform well; provide guidance and direction for the mutual benefit of the individual, the team and the organization as a whole.

Strategic Thinking & Planning: We focus on the decisions and processes that determine the direction of the organization and that shape its future. We engage in a continuous and systematic process whereby future plans, projections, outcomes and success measures are established and evaluated.

Managing Staff Performance: We manage the employee/employer relationship to ensure that employees are supported in meeting performance expectations and achieving departmental and organizational goals.

Problem-Solving: We accurately assess problems and effectively and efficiently arrive at excellent solutions.

Team Building: We provide direction and leadership to help teams achieve shared objectives and operate cooperatively and cohesively. When one of us succeeds, we all succeed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manager, Government Relations

Manager, Grants Administration

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Required

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Public Administration OR 7-10 years’ experience in government or public administration.
• 5 years of managerial and/or supervisory experience.
• Training and experience in Microsoft word and spreadsheets.
  
  

Preferred

• Master of Business Administration or Public Administration.
  
  

Environmental Working Conditions and Physical Effort

The following section of the job description is used to identify the overall working context in which your job is performed. These questions are included because environmental working conditions and physical effort are an important element in some jobs.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?

None

Occas

Freq

Const

x

Normal office situation

x

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

x

Work near moving mechanical parts

x

Work in high, precarious places

x

Fumes or airborne particles

x

Toxic or caustic chemicals

x

Outdoor weather conditions

x

Extreme cold (non-weather)

x

Extreme heat (non-weather)

x

Risk of electrical shock

x

Risk of radiation

Select the level of noise that is typical in the work environment for this job.

x

Very Quiet Conditions

x

Quiet Conditions

x

Moderate Noise

x

Loud Noise

x

Very Loud Noise

PHYSICAL EFFORT

How much on-the-job time is spent performing the following physical activities?

None

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Freq

Const

x

Stand

x

Walk

x

Sit

x

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

x

Climb or balance

x

Reaching by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction

x

Uses hands to finger, handle, or feel

x

Talk or good hearing

x

Taste or smell substances worked with on the job

Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often?

x

Lifts weight or exerts force up to 10 pounds

x

Lifts weight or exerts force of 11 to 25 pounds

x

Lifts weight or exerts force of 26 to 50 pounds

x

Lifts weight or exerts force of 51 to 100 pounds

x

Lifts weight or exerts force more than 100 pounds

Select the specific vision requirements of this job.

x

Close vision

x

Distance vision

x

Peripheral vision

x

Depth perception

x

Ability to adjust focus

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

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