Develops and implements the Intergovernmental Relations program and strategy in coordination with elected officials; informs elected officials of major intergovernmental policies and legislative issues affecting the city, county and statewide; analyzes and initiates appropriate responses to proposed or pending intergovernmental policies or legislation affecting the city, county and statewide. Makes appropriate recommendations to ensure the city is complying and is in alignment with existing rules and regulations at the special district, city, county, regional, state, and federal levels. Promotes mutually beneficial and cooperative relations between the state and other government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Ensures timely, appropriate, and accurate information is provided to stakeholders. Recommends, and may communicate, the district position on pending legislation to local, state, federal legislative bodies, lobbyist, executive staff, state departments, community organizations, and local agencies at various functions. Informs elected officials of current information on existing and proposed federal, state, and regional legislation. Attends and participates in professional and community group meetings on behalf of the State Representative and elected officials; Stays up-to-date with local issues and new trends in the field of intergovernmental relations. Experienced Data Analyst and operations professional, with demonstrated success, and experience, at working within government administration and nonprofit organizations, with a Doctor of Philosophy focused in Organizational Leadership. Especially adept and skilled in policy advisor contract negotiation and performance measurement analytical skills and continues improvements tools as well; while knowledgeable in using software such as SAS SPSS, GIS.