Director of Legislative Affairs

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is hiring a Director of Legislative Affairs within its External Affairs division, which manages the agency's relationships with City Hall, elected officials, government entities and community and faith-based organisations. Working under the Assistant Commissioner for External Affairs, the director will coordinate the department's legislative portfolio, direct the legislative affairs team and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders. Duties include supervising subordinate staff to conduct and interpret research and data, monitor legislation, and propose legislation affecting consumer protection, worker protection and financial empowerment in New York City. They will coordinate with divisional leadership on research efforts including data analysis, legislation and advocacy, and lead the department's participation in public hearings before legislative or regulatory bodies, including drafting public testimony that uses data analysis to outline agency policy positions. They will liaise with the Mayor's Office, including its city, state and federal legislative affairs offices, to advance proactive legislation and policy proposals, and build relationships with key government agencies, research and advocacy organisations and other social science experts. They will draft reports and maintain records and data, manage other special projects as needed, and direct the department's efforts to request, gather and transcribe public comments on proposed rules. There are no minimum qualifications due to civil service specifications for this role. Preferred skills include strong management and leadership skills, excellent written communication and attention to detail, strong oral communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrated critical and strategic thinking. Knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process at city, state and federal level and flexibility in hours are also preferred. Applications are made by emailing a resume and cover letter, with the Job ID number and position name in the subject line. Original company posting: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/job/director-of-legislative-affairs-in-nyc-all-boros-jid-14588