Special Projects Manager - Government Affairs

About Houston-Galveston Area Council   

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.   

We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.  

What will I be doing? 

üSupporting the Chief Outreach and Government Affairs Officer with the development and implementation of programs, projects, and services to address regional priorities and strengthen organizational resources. These projects include Broadband, Housing, Healthcare, and other activities that may fall outside of H-GAC’s current offerings.

üIdentifying and securing grant funding aimed at addressing unmet regional needs, particularly related to Broadband, Housing, Healthcare, and other agency priorities.

üResearching examples of successful implementation projects related to Broadband, Housing, and Healthcare for potential pilot projects in the H-GAC region.

üExploring the needs of local member governments and assisting with execution of events and meetings designed to further the implementation of Broadband, Housing, Healthcare, and other agency initiatives.

üSupporting the Outreach and Government Affairs department with additional needs in advancement of H-GAC programs and services.

Key Qualifications 

üExcellent ability to prioritize, pivot, and adapt when meeting multiple, sometimes conflicting deadlines.

üStrong communication skills with the ability to work internally with different agency departments and externally with elected officials and other stakeholders. 

üProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

üExceptional attention to detail, time management, and negotiation skills.

üStrong understanding of the functions and responsibilities of the council of governments, counties, municipalities, school districts, and other special districts in the region.

üAbility to develop and deploy innovative projects.

üExceptional customer service and business acumen. 

Do you have…  

üBachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study.   

ü5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, school or in job related duties.  

 

Preferred Qualifications

 üDegree in business administration, political science, organizational management, or other applicable field of study.

 üFive (5) years of experience working with local governments, nonprofit programs, schools, or other role-specific.   

 üTwo (2) years of project management or progressively responsible work experience.

 üPrevious experience in the deployment of Broadband, Housing, or Healthcare initiatives.

 üPrevious track record of identifying and securing grant applications for local governments or nonp