Senior Advisor Position Available In Albany, New York

Job DescriptionThe Agency You’ll JoinThe NYC Mayor’s Office administers all city services, public property, most public agencies, andenforces all city, state, and federal laws within New York City. New York City’s Mayor, Eric Adams ishead of the executive branch of New York City’s government. Mayor Adams has served the people ofNew York City as an NYPD officer, State Senator, and Brooklyn Borough President. The Adams’Administration is leading the fight to make New York City’s economy stronger, reduce inequality,improve public safety, and build a stronger, healthier city that delivers for all New Yorkers. As anagency, we value fairness, helpfulness, transparency, leadership and build our teams around thesevalues. The Team You’ll Work WithThe Mayor’s Office of State Legislative Affairs (SLA) serves as the principal liaison between theAdministration of Mayor Eric Adams and the New York State Legislature and Executive, working tofoster productive relationships with the Governor’s office, State Senate and Assembly. The Officeassists the Mayor’s Administration in developing and advancing the Administration’s agenda throughState law and the State budget.

The Problems You’ll SolveThis position is based out of the Albany, N.Y. Office.

The Senior Advisor will be assigned a portfolio of City agencies and be responsible for all legislative andbudget activity, hearings and member requests related to the specific agencies. The Senior Advisor willact as a liaison between the Mayor’s Office, agencies, and State government, facilitating and approvingall meetings between State elected officials and staff and agency officials and commissioners.

Duties of a Senior Advisor include, but are not limited to

• Tracking legislation introduced by the State Legislature and monitoring its progress as it movesthrough the legislative process
• Working with agencies in reviewing and preparing legislation
• Working with agencies in crafting responses to State legislation and budget proposals
• Preparing written analyses of legislation, including but not limited to public memos in supportor opposition
• Reviewing weekly interagency reports and memos
• Facilitating interactions between the State and the Administration, including responding torequests from members and staff in a timely manner
• Coordinating delegation meetings and/or special events; and
• Handling special projects as identified by the Director.

About You

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with any combination of the following: the NewYork State legislative process, public policy analysis, New York City or State agency operationsand lobbying
• Excellent verbal, writing, research, analytical and organizational skills, with a strong work-ethicand the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects in a timely manner withconstantly shifting priorities
• A clear commitment to public service
• Resilient, flexible and positive mindset; and
• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, collaborative and dynamic team cultureSpecial Assistant (MA
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• 0668AQualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with any combination of the following: the NewYork State legislative process, public policy analysis, New York City or State agency operationsand lobbying.

Additional InformationThe City of New York 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.