AVP, CITY LEGISLATIVE & INTERGOV. & AFFAIRS
New York State Homes & Community Renewal · New York, NY · 2 mo ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Advises Program and Executive staff on engagement with New York City local government and stakeholders for new initiatives and programs.
- Prepares briefing materials for use by the Commissioner in meetings with elected officials, housing advocacy groups and interested citizens.
- Attends various affordable housing-related events with partners and stakeholders.
- Represents HCR at events as required.
- Captures and coordinates meetings and events for Commissioner with key members of the New York City local government and stakeholders.
- Responds to inquiries from legislators and legislative staff for information and assistance on housing-related issues.
- Maintain, monitor, analyze, and report on proposed legislation, regulations, and policy initiatives at the city level that could impact the organization.
- Develop and advocate for positions on these issues.
- Create and execute strategies to advance the organization's interests with New York City government agencies, elected officials, and relevant stakeholders.
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s degree and seven years of relevant experience in government, politics, campaigns, or public policy.
- Four years of specialized experience or associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.
- Proven ability to build, maintain, and manage partnerships with federal, state, and local officials, as well as stakeholders.
- Excellent oral and written communication, public speaking, and the ability to articulate complex policy to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the legislative process at local, state, and federal levels and a deep understanding of how to track, analyze, and influence legislation at local, state, or federal levels.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.