Director of Constituent Services - Office of Senator Payano

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Constituent Services is the key contact and manager for constituent assistance for a Senator’s district. In collaboration with, and at the direction of the Senator and Chief of Staff, the Director of Constituent Services acts as a liaison with federal, state, and local entities and utilizes a variety of strategies, tools, and skills to resolve constituent problems and facilitate the delivery of public services. The Director of Constituent Services reports to the Chief of Staff.

New hires can expect a salary between $58,872 and $74,664, which will be based on related experience, education, and training.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive and respond to constituent requests for help resolving problems or for assistance in receiving services, products, or benefits from federal, state, local or private-sector providers.

• Communicate across municipal, state, and federal agencies, advocacy groups, and local and statewide organizations to address constituent concerns and problems.

• Maintain up-to-date records and tracking of constituent contacts and casework files.

• Provide constituents with regular casework progress updates.

• Maintain relationships with legislative liaisons in federal, state, and local agencies and offices for facilitation of constituent casework.

• Prepare and draft letters, citations, resolutions, and other documents for constituents and special events.

• Routinely report constituent workload progress, trends, issues, opportunities and problems to the Senator and Chief of Staff.

Other Duties and Responsibilities May Include:

• Schedule, plan, and coordinate district meetings and events, and community outreach efforts for the Senator. 

• Maintain the Senator’s schedule under the supervision of senior staff.

• Coordinate citations given by the Senator.

• Research legislation and budget issues.

• Assist with general administrative duties: answering phones, ordering supplies, sorting and sending mail, and monitoring the email.

• Train, supervise, or participate in the hiring of office staff or interns.

• Attend district and state house events with the Senator or on their behalf.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. One to two years of college or technical school and at least 1 year of relevant experience, or any of the following combinations of education and experience:

    

   1. Bachelor’s degree; or

       

   2. At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
2. Basic understanding of state government operations and the legislative process.
3. Demonstrated experience an