Works within the office of Fairfax County Dranesville District Supervisor James. N. Bierman, Jr.
This position is expected to be a self-starter whose duties will include, among others:
- Manages portfolio primarily consisting of Transportation and Budget with other research projects as assigned.
- Drafts some content for and edit the weekly newsletter addressing news and issues relevant to Fairfax. County, including updates from Board of Supervisors meetings and decisions.
- Drafts press releases, talking points, presentations and board matters.
- Provides constituent services on various issues as needed and serve as liaison to residents, community groups, county departments and state/federal agencies.
- Drafts policy memos, letters, and constituent correspondence.
- Attends stakeholder meetings as needed (mix of virtual and in-person meetings) with ability to work outside of normal business hours, as required.
- Researches issues of interest to the district and provide written and/or oral updates to the Supervisor.
- Monitors and analyzes key county initiatives, including annual operating budget.
TO APPLY: Please send your resume and cover letter outlining your education, experience, and availability to dranesville@fairfaxcounty.gov and include “Staff Aide” in the subject line.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: Bachelor’s degree in communications, political science, public policy, public administration, or related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in communications, political science, policy analysis, public administration, constituent services, or similar line of work.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including copyediting and proofreading ability.
- Willingness to tackle complex issues through extensive research and an ability to present said research in a coherent manner.
- Strong interpersonal skills are required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with constituents and staff.
- Experience demonstrating judgment, discretion and ability to work independently.
- Ability to understand and explain laws, regulations, and policies governing local government operations.
- Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent workplace software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position will require use of a vehicle to attend events outside of the office; may require lifting up to 20 pounds. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
