In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
• Experience working with diversity and demonstrated commitment to inclusivity; the experience shall include policy advisement or action, and affirming culture;
• Administrative experience with government operations and processes, including legislation, regulations, budgeting, personnel, and equal employment opportunity;
• Progressive experience with executive-level leadership, management, and problem-solving, especially past success in working on complex issues;
• Experience establishing, promoting, and maintaining cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public and special interest groups;
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines;
• Ability to promote internal and external teamwork and cross-functional collaboration and communication in support of an organization’s mission and goals;
• Experience with public speaking and ability to deliver speeches and presentations on sensitive, technically complex and controversial subject matters, in front of diverse audiences including the public;
• A consultative approach to problem solving and the ability to facilitate coalition building; and
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.