Performance Results Facilitator - Strategic Programs & Government Affairs Officer

This is  a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.  

The Iowa Department of Management (DOM) is seeking an experienced professional to serve in a multifaceted role as a Performance Results Facilitator, with additional responsibilities as Legislative Liaison and Public Information Officer. This role requires exceptional communication, coordination, and advocacy skills to effectively represent and advance the department’s mission, goals, programs, and priorities across various legislative bodies, state and federal agencies, and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

Performance Results Facilitator:

• Develop and execute change management plans for enterprise-level projects.
• Support capacity building by creating Change Champions/Lean coordinators across departments.
• Promote and advocate for OCM/Lean practices across the Executive Branch.
• Assist in selecting process improvement projects aligned with statewide strategic goals.
• Provide coaching and support to department facilitators 
• Assist team lead with design and development of instructional materials as needed.
• Deliver training as needed.

Public Information Officer:

• Serve as the public information officer of record for the DOM.
• Provide statewide coordination for communication of relevant issues for the governor's office and other agencies.
• Draft, review, and distribute press releases; respond to press inquiries; share relevant press clippings with the director and staff.
• Review and approve draft press responses and draft press releases.
• Actively contribute to DOM’s communication team through meetings, providing feedback, and assisting in the planning/implementation of the overall DOM communications plan.

Legislative Liaison:

• Represent DOM and the department director before the General Assembly.
• Facilitate communication among General Assembly members, Legislative Services Agency, legislative caucus staff members, the director, agency, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate information about the mission, goals, programs, and needs of DOM.
• Attend all relevant budget subcommittees, legislative subcommittees, ad hoc committees, administrative rules review committees, and policy committee meetings.
• Advocate for DOM's budget and legislative priorities and initiatives.
• Respond to requests for information and data from legislators, legislative staff, and the Legislative Services Agency.
• Coordinate the department's response for fiscal notes requested by legislative staff.
• Schedule and design annual presentations to relevant legislative committees.
• Serve as the administrative rules coordinator for the department.
• Appear before the Administrative Rules Review Committee and work to coordinate the successful adoption of DOM rules and changes.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Lean and OCM tools and strategies. 

• Experience with instructional strategies, adult learning, and facilitation. Proven experience in legislative affairs, public relations, and administrative rule processes.
• Strong understanding of state and federal legislative processes and protocols.
• Ability to effectively advocate for policy and budget priorities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies and tools
• Change management certification

• Advanced degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Law, or related field
• Experience working in state government or a legislative environment
• Familiarity with Iowa’s legislative and administrative processes

Please note, candidates for this position must reside in the state of Iowa at the time of starting the role.

Employer Highlights:

We have a great total compensation package for all of our full-time employees, including:

• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
• Retirement Investors Club (RIC)
• Flexible Working Environment- Work from Home Opportunities
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance

Background check requirements

• After a conditional offer of employment has been made, and as the final step in the hiring process, candidates for this position will be subject to a background investigation, which may include but may not be limited to a verification of a candidate's education, previous employment/work history, contact of personal references, motor vehicle records, and a criminal history check (including through Federal, State, or Local criminal justice agencies).
• Information gathered as part of such background investigation will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by Iowa Code section 22.7, 8B.4A, and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations; provided that, to the extent permitted by applicable law, such information shall be available to candidates upon request.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equal to four years of progressively responsible, performance management, process improvement or risk management work;