Penn State Intercom......October 4, 2001

Search begins for
director of state relations

The Office of Governmental Affairs is seeking someone for the position of director of state relations.

The office reports directly to the president of the University and is administered by the special assistant to the president for governmental affairs. The director of state relations also will report to the special assistant to the president. The individual filling this position will interact closely with the University president and senior University officials concerning government relations in the state Capitol.

Primary responsibilities include monitoring legislative developments and attempting to influence the outcome of legislative proposals. This individual must interact daily with elected and appointed officials and staff in Harrisburg. In addition, this person will participate as a member of a Governmental Affairs team that includes the College of Medicine at Hershey and a director of federal relations.

The successful candidate should have knowledge of the structure and functions of the state government and an awareness of the political culture and personalities involved in the political process. Excellent oral and written communication abilities are essential with an emphasis being placed on excellent interpersonal skills.

This position is located at University Park campus. It requires frequent traveling to Harrisburg and other University locations as well as meeting with legislators in their districts.

Submit a letter of interest and resume that outlines experience in all facets of the position described above with three letters of reference including telephone numbers to: Anthony Wagner, chairman, Director of State Relations Search and Screening Committee, Position I-11957, 415 Old Main, University Park, Pa. 16802.

The committee will begin screening applications on Oct. 15.

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