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NYC Office Of The Mayor

Director of Intergovernmental Affairs

NYC Office Of The Mayor, New York, New York, us, 10261


Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs

Position:Director of Intergovernmental Affairs

Job Number: 43278

The Agency You’ll Join

The New York City Mayor’s Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public property. New York City Mayor Eric Adams is head of the executive branch of New York City's government. The Adams’ administration is leading the fight to serve the people of the greatest city in the world, ensuring delivery of efficient and effective services, working to make New York City’s economy stronger, reducing inequality, improving public safety, and making the city more affordable that meets the needs of all New Yorkers. We value leadership, transparency, fairness, and efficiency as we actively seek diverse talents from various sectors to join our team.

The Team You’ll Work With

The Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) was established pursuant to the New York City Charter to promote the well-being of New York City’s immigrant communities. MOIA serves as a bridge between city government and immigrant communities; advises and assists in developing and implementing policies and programs designed to assist immigrants and speakers of other languages; and supports and enhances the ability of city agencies and offices to serve immigrant communities city-wide.

The Problems You’ll Solve

The Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs is seeking a Director of Intergovernmental Affairs with intergovernmental and/or legislative experience to be the agency’s principal liaison with elected officials and their offices as well as other Mayoral Offices, agencies and City Hall on matters relating to legislation and inquiries from city, state, and federal elected officials. Reporting to the Chief Policy Advisor and working closely with other office divisions including Policy and Legal Affairs, the responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Liaise with key intergovernmental partners at the city, state and federal level, in coordination with the Mayor’s Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, and coordinating MOIA’s legislative agenda.

Develop, maintain, and enhance relationships with key elected officials, community boards, civic groups, business organizations and the public through high-level communication and coalition building, while representing the agency with City Hall and on behalf of executive staff.

Field Constituent Inquiries as the agency’s primary contact for elected officials’ offices.

Research, analyze, and track legislation, laws, hearings and/or policies that relate to intercity coordination.

Create detailed project plans for intercity and interagency initiatives and assure that responsibilities are clearly delineated, all activities are assigned, and that specific goals are reached.

Participate in intercity and citywide interagency workgroups, task forces, and other coordinated efforts.

Support the Commissioner, along with other senior staff, in developing and defining agency policy and strategic direction of the office.

Represent the office and Commissioner on interagency matters or with external stakeholders, when appropriate.

Prepare Commissioner and team for Hearings. Conduct research on hearing topics. Help draft testimony and compile information for hearing Q&A, working closely with teams from across the office. Coordinate hearing prep with office leadership, Mayor’s Office, and other agencies. Provide support at hearings and identify and execute any needed follow-ups.

Support with management of press inquiries, write/review press materials, prepare public statements, and assist with planning press events and managing responses on tight deadlines while working closely with staff throughout the Office to ensure accuracy.

Perform other work as needed.

About You

You have a master’s degree in related area – public administration or public affairs or Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college with equivalent job experience.

You have legislative and/or intergovernmental affairs experience, especially with the New York City Council, the New York State Legislature, or a New York City agency.

You have a keen ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments.

You have the ability to work with all levels of staff, inside and outside the agency.

You have the ability to work independently and exercise a high degree of initiative to accomplish tasks and solve problems.

You have excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary

The City of New York Office of the Mayor’s compensation package includes a market competitive salary, equity for all full-time roles and exceptional benefits. Our cash compensation range for this role is

$95,000 to $105,000 . Final offers may vary from the amount listed based on candidate experience and expertise, and other factors.

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Equal Opportunity | Diversity Equity & Inclusion Statement

The Office of the Mayor is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The Adams Administration values diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences that is reflective of the city it serves. Applicants of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged and welcome to apply.

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New York City Residency Is Required Within 90 Days of Appointment

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