Remaining in a stationary position at a desk or workstation for extended periods of time for the majority of assigned duties.
Physical access to meetings, presentations and events that occur at on-campus sites such as meeting rooms and at various sites throughout the state.
Extensive physical movement during some events to make presentations and to interact with attendees.
Ability to use computers and computer systems (hardware and software) to set up functions, to enter data, to retrieve and process information and to create documents.
Retrieval of information from written documents and from computer-generated reports.
Effective problem solving and achieving critical outcomes, even under demanding conditions such as multiple priorities and short-notice deadlines.
The presentation of a consistently professional demeanor always, even in difficult, negative, frustrating, or legally sensitive situations such as when handling complaints from students, parents, staff, faculty, or members of the community.
Ability to clearly focus and communicate legislative language.
Knowledge of lobbying rules and compliance requirements.
Knowledge and understanding of local, state and federal legislative and executive processes, including budget and appropriations.
Knowledge of higher education bill tracking systems and related legislative platforms.
Ability to differentiate high priority or impact issues verses those that may not have any direct effect on the University. Ability to analyze and recommend courses of action proposed by this individual influence University-wide direction.
Ability to function independently and in a non-partisan manner in the context of interpersonal/political relations and protocols.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, along with interpersonal communication skills appropriate to cultivating productive relationships.
Ability to travel locally, regionally, domestically and abroad, as necessary, to cultivate University relationships.