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Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.  Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

·Develops, oversees, and directs DELJIS’ legislative and communications operations;

·Represents DELJIS on various boards, committees, task forces and at Legislative Hall;

·Participates in criminal and juvenile justice committees related to legislative and communications issues;

·Provides research and analysis for proposed legislation;

·Provides legislative expertise and testimony on DELJIS related issues to the legislature;

·Supervises the agency’s legislative implementation;

·Develops and manages relationships with General Assembly members and staff;

·Interprets statutes, reviews and determines the impact of proposed legislation to DELJIS, and coordinates implementation of such;

·Coordinates and manages changes to the DELJIS website;

·Coordinates responses to inquiries by citizens, community groups, and government agencies;

·Coordinates all FOIA requests and associated responses for DELJIS;

·Attends national, state, and local conferences and meetings as necessary.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Legislative and Communications Director 
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Administration, Communications, Public Policy, Criminal Justice, or related field.

2. Three years of experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.

3. Three years of experience in public speaking which includes gathering, preparing, and presenting information.

4. Three years of experience in developing policies, procedures, or programs.

5. Three years of experience in report writing.

6. Six months of experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.  The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.