Government Relations Senior Program Manager

Job Description:

Government Relations Senior Program Manager

Description

Job Announcement

The City of Chandler is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as Government Relations Senior Program Manager. This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits.

Why work for Chandler?

• Open and Collaborative environment

• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community

• 3 medical plans to choose from, along with dental and vision coverage

• Accrue 130 hours of paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual

• Accrue 96 hours of paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual

• 12 paid holidays annually, plus Winter Break at the end of the year

• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match

• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation

• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive

• Professional development opportunities

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually

• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership

• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)
Who we are
The Government Relations and Policy Division executes the Federal and State policy agenda of the City of Chandler to serve the interests of our community. The division works with regional agencies such as Maricopa Association of Governments , Valley Metro , Arizona Municipal Water Users Association , East Valley Partnership and the League of Arizona Cities and Towns to represent Chandler’s priorities throughout the State.

Who we are looking for
We are seeking a new team member who brings a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. The ideal candidate will have experience with the council/manager form of government and its operations, and a background in developing legislative and/or public policy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public Administration or related field
• 5 years of experience in management support with at least 3 years of experience in developing legislative and/or public policy
• Public Lobbyist Certification within 6 months of hire or promotion
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work

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The position available is regular full-time position and is subject to a 6 month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.

All applicants hired will be required to successfully complete a driver's license check and be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation.

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The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please Click Here .

Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

Salary:

$103,521.60 - $150,092.80 Annually