Comptroller - Community Affairs Regional Representative; Houston

Overview

Application must be filled at:

The job posting can be closed without notice and earlier than the closing date indicated in the posting if a suitable candidate is found. Applicants are encouraged to submit and complete the application promptly.

Are you ready to grow, make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describe the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas s accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more. The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.

Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week with occasional evening, weekend hours and holidays. Hours may change based on business need.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public affairs, communications, political science, business, or a related field.

Preferred Education

• Master’s degree in public policy, Strategic Communications, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Four years of experience in community engagement, public relations, government affairs, or stakeholder outreach.
• Experience representing an organization in public settings and building relationships with external partners is essential.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with elected officials, chambers of commerce, nonprofit organizations, or civic groups.
• Familiarity with regional dynamics and community issues within assigned geographic areas.
• Prior experience in a public-sector or government agency setting is a plus.

Substitutions

• One year (30 semester hours) of education from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of work experience up to a maximum of 4 years.

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid Texas (or state of residency) driver s license, current proof of automobile insurance and a satisfactory driving record are a condition of employment.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position requires the ability to lift, transfer, push and/or pull as much as 35 pounds and to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach as needed for routine office duties; normal cognitive abilities; attention to detail despite interruptions; adaptability to environmental conditions; and marginal or corrected visual and auditory requirements for reading printed materials.

You will be performing highly complex (senior-level) informational and communications work. Community Affairs Regional Representatives serve as the Comptroller’s local outreach presence in communities across Texas. Based within an assigned region, this role builds relationships with local leaders, engages community stakeholders, and represents the Comptroller’s office at public events. Regional Representatives play a key role in ensuring Texans are informed about agency initiatives and programs while also elevating local priorities to agency leadership.

Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Representing the Comptroller’s office at community, business, and civic events within the assigned multi-county…