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 Antelope Valley in public agencies, counties, cities, elected officials, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Southern California, its communities, and demographics.
• Experience with public engagement, public policy, government relations, public affairs, and communications.
• Experience with rail and/or transit projects and agencies.
• Experience with grant writing.
• Experience with or knowledge of urban planning.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and environments to drive organizational goals.
• Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Possess excellent relationship-building skills, particularly with stakeholder groups, partner agencies, and members of the public.
• Experience engaging environmental justice communities, low-income and minority populations, historically underrepresented populations, and equity priority communities.
• Ability to effectively manage and supervise multiple projects simultaneously and independently.
• Ability to analyze data and present ideas and sensitive/complex information effectively, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences.
• Able to resolve conflicts in a positive manner and maintain a high level of professional integrity.
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat documents.