GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS SPECIALIST 3
Career Family: GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS SPECIALIST
Governmental Relations Specialist 3 sits in the competitive class of New Jersey's state civil service, so reaching it runs through testing and an eligible list instead of a straight hire.
This is where the Governmental Relations Specialist ladder starts, one grade under Governmental Relations Specialist 2, whose band tops out about $17,188 higher. It lists a bachelor's degree as the baseline, with an experience-based path open to those who do not hold the degree. Pay on the FY 2027 schedule runs $58,222 to $84,763.
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- Governmental Relations Specialist 3 — $58,222 – $84,763 (this title)
- Governmental Relations Specialist 2 — $69,668 – $101,951
- Governmental Relations Specialist 1 — $83,582 – $122,832
Promoting to Governmental Relations Specialist 2 raises the top of the band by about $17,188. Its top salary lands around the 24th percentile of all NJ civil service titles that publish a range.
Rungs are ordered by FY 2027 pay. NJ level numbers are not always sequential, so ordering follows salary rather than the title number.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under direction of a Governmental Relations Specialist 1, or other supervisory official in a state department, institution, or agency, assists in the work involved in investigating, analyzing, and drafting of correspondence for the Governor, the Commissioner, and/or Director; delivers speeches; conducts research with other divisions and prepares reports thereon; does related work as required.
Examples of work
As assigned, and under close supervision prepares routine written responses to correspondence referred by the Governor's Office and legislators in reference to insurance and real estate inquiries concerning controversial subjects and consumer complaints. As assigned, assists in the preparation of correspondence for the signature of the Commissioner and/or the department manager. As assigned presents speeches and meets with the public and others concerning current policy issues. Follows up on the status of pending investigation relating to complaints. As assigned performs the duties necessary for the research, preparation, and distribution of reports, speeches, bulletins, pamphlets, and other informational material designed to acquaint the general public with functions, aims, programs, regulations, policies and procedures of the department. As directed, analyzes and researches policy issues for the Governmental Relations Specialist I, involving all the divisions within the department, other state and federal agencies, as county and municipal governments. May be required to interact with other department staff with respect to research and inquiries concerning the application of the department's rules, regulations and statutes. Under close supervision and based on research, may be required to prepare sound, accurate and informative reports of varied types containing findings, recommendations, and conclusions. When required, may act as a department representative at conferences and seminars. When required, may attend meetings, conferences, committee department and prepare reports thereon. Drafts and writes technical correspondence and reports in the course of official duties. Maintains essential records and files. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
License
Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the methods and techniques involved in collecting and analyzing factual data and its interpretation. Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and policies affecting the programs and activities of the department after a period of training. Knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies, procedures, programs, and methods of the department and their applications after a period of training. Ability to investigate and report on specific complaints received. Ability to edit written material and to proof read copy. Ability to deliver speeches on current issues and policies of the department. Ability to organize assigned work and develop effective work methods. Ability to deal effectively with other members of the department, state and federal agencies, and the general public. Ability to comprehend and interpret basic laws and regulations and to collect, analyze, appraise, and interpret technical and other factual data. Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to maintain essential records and files. Ability to learn and utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. CODES: 18/P18- JMR 8/29/95
Note
Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Five (5) years of professional experience in written and verbal communication. Such experience may include, but is not limited to the following: interpreting technical material and/or rules, regulations, and statutes to the public; working in a significant area concerned with consumer services, journalism, communication education, public affairs. OR Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.