New York State Conference of Mayors Hiring for Legislative Director at Albany, NY Full Time

Job Title: Legislative Director

 

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Legislative Director’s primary responsibility is to oversee the formulation and implementation of NYCOM’s legislative agenda and advocacy strategy. In this role, he/she will work closely with the Executive Director to communicate the interests of the membership and execute the organization’s overall mission and goals.  

 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with NYCOM’s Executive Director, Executive Committee, legislative staff and policy and advisory committees to identify major short-term and long-term policy objectives.
• Oversee the development of NYCOM’s annual Legislative Program and Summary of Legislation.
• Coordinate efforts of NYCOM’s legislative staff with respect to the development and drafting of legislative proposals, memoranda and policy positions on various issues as they arise.  
• Respond to legislative inquiries from NYCOM members, state legislators, the Executive Chamber and state agencies.
• Produce periodic legislative updates, reports and briefing documents for NYCOM’s internal and external audiences.
• Oversee the preparation of testimony for legislative hearings and public comments on rules and regulatory actions.  
• Develop messaging for NYCOM initiatives and policy positions as well as related content for the association’s website, social media and publications.
• Speak on behalf of NYCOM before regional groups of municipal officials and other organizations on legislative issues and other topics related to municipal government.
• Represent NYCOM before state agencies and the Executive Chamber, as needed
• Foster coalition-building with stakeholder partners to effectively advance NYCOM priorities.
• Work with the Executive Director on federal advocacy activity in conjunction with the National League of Cities.

  

Training Responsibilities:

• Assist in program development and planning for NYCOM training events.
• Present sessions at NYCOM conferences and workshops on various legislative topics.

 

Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with municipal government issues, structure and operations preferred.

 

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and convey complex issues in a clear and concise fashion.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with peers and partners.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate with fellow employees, members, affiliated organizations and municipal vendors.
• Strong work ethic, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to complete the position’s essential functions.
• Understanding of government relations and the state and local political landscape in New York is preferred.

 

Working Conditions and Compensation

• Professional and deadline-oriented environment in an in-person office setting.
• Regular interaction with NYCOM staff and members as well as outside organizations and state policymakers.
• Out-of-town travel on a semi-regular basis is required, including weekends when necessary.
• Salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s experience. Also includes a comprehensive benefits package.

 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: NYCOM Executive Director Barbara Van Epps at [email protected].