Public University System Seeks Associate Director of Government Relations.

An arm of the government has an opening for a government relations professional. “The position,” according to an online posting, “serves as an advocate and strategist for the CSCU System on state, federal, and local policy matters within the Office of Government Relations.”

The job pays “between $85,478- $106,848 (midpoint) approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits.”

Connecticut higher education is stuffed with Democratic loyalists, so there is always a route to these position for political operatives without the preferred qualifications. The posting provides this alternative path to the job: Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references.