Director of Legislative Affairs

About the role

Under the direction of the Associate Commissioner of Intergovernmental Affairs, the Director of Legislative Affairs will be responsible for coordinating DCWP's legislative portfolio, directing the legislative affairs team, and maintaining relationships with relevant stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervising subordinate staff to conduct and interpret research/data, monitor legislation, and propose legislation impacting issues around consumer protection, worker protection, and financial empowerment in New York City
• Coordinating with DCWP's divisional leadership on research efforts, including data analysis, legislation and advocacy
• Leading DCWP's participation in public hearings before legislative or regulatory bodies, including drafting public testimony that leverages data analysis to outline the agency's policy positions
• Liaising with the Mayor's Office, including the offices for city, state, and federal legislative affairs, to advance proactive legislation and policy proposals
• Establishing and building relationships with key government agencies, research/data and advocacy organizations, and other social science experts related to DCWP's legislative agenda
• Drafting reports and maintaining records/data, as well as managing other special projects or tasks, as needed
• Directing DCWP's efforts to request, gather, and transcribe public comments on proposed DCWP rules

Preferred skills

• Strong management and leadership skills
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically
• Knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process at the City, State, and Federal level
• Flexibility in hours, nights and weekends

This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Flexible Work Pilot Program.