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Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

As a part of the nation's central bank, the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City supports a stable financial system. We work across communities throughout our region and nation to foster understanding in our economy, the payments system, and financial institutions for people from all walks of life.

Together, we serve the public and each other in an innovative environment that values the highest ethical standards and our role as a quasi-governmental, non-partisan organization. Here you'll find support to develop, united in a clear and common purpose with a diverse team.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is looking for a Public Affairs Specialist to support the Bank’s relationships with external stakeholders, with a primary focus on elected officials and others across the Tenth District, which includes western Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Colorado, Wyoming and northern New Mexico.

As a member of the Public Affairs team, you will work under the guidance of the Public Information Officer to achieve the Bank’s outreach goals while implementing the government relations strategy for the District. This position will also work closely with colleagues in the Kansas City, Denver, Omaha and Oklahoma City offices to provide tactical support to enhance the Bank’s relationships with key elected officials and staff in those areas.

This role will also research and monitor emerging issues and provide counsel to internal leaders in order to reach business decisions, address reputational risk, and uncover opportunities for external engagement. In addition, the Public Affairs Specialist will develop internal and external communications, and plan and participate in engagement opportunities involving multiple Divisions and functions in the Bank. This role could be based in Kansas City or in a Branch office, including Oklahoma City, Omaha, or Denver.

What You’ll Do:

• Work collaboratively within the Public Affairs team, including creating and executing on near- and long-term goals, strategies, and tactics for engagement with key external stakeholders, with a focus on federal officeholders and their staffs.

• Manage external stakeholder strategy, outreach and engagement; building, managing and strengthening effective relationships with key elected offices and staff, including principal-level briefings and activities.

• Monitor the external environment and be an internal advisor and external champion for the Bank, briefing leaders on issues and proposals that could impact the Bank’s ability to carry out its public service mission.

• Represent the Bank externally and support executives in stakeholder engagement activities.

• Design and manage projects, events and communications to inform partners and advance the mission of the Bank.

• Manage and evaluate requests from federal, state and local organizations for Bank employees to formally provide information to officeholders.

• Manage the tracking and reporting of principal- and staff-level engagements.

• Engage with key stakeholders across the Bank, including senior executives, Regional Executives, Research economists and Community Development, as well as other internal leaders and teams.

• Participate in Federal Reserve System work groups and other cross-functional teams as needed.

• In conjunction with other areas of the Bank, support the Public Information Officer in implementing the Bank’s Transparency and Accountability Policy, including tracking and responding to requests for information from members of the public.

What You Bring:

• Typically requires at least 3 years of relevant experience. At least 6 years of experience preferred.

• Experience developing and executing on strategic relationship and communication plans.

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, political science, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of directly related education and/or experience.

• Willing and able to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of the Federal Reserve and its role as a policymaking organization.

• Understanding of the oversight and legislative roles and processes of the U.S. Congress and other elected officeholders.

• Experience with Customer Relationship Management tools, such as Salesforce, Mailchimp or similar systems.

Additional Information:

Location: Hybrid 50%; Kansas City, Denver, Omaha or Oklahoma City.

Pay Range: The starting pay range for this position is $64,800 to $110,300 for the job level(s) required for this position. Final offers are determined by factors including the candidate’s qualifications, internal alignment considerations, district assignment, and geographic location.

Sponsorship : Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Public Affairs/Community Development

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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