Council Member Aide

A New York City Council Member’s district office is seeking an Aide to assist with all aspects of the Council Member’s district office.

SALARY RANGE:

$25,000 to $30,000

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Council Member, Council Member Aides are responsible for overseeing administrative activities of both district offices and City Hall offices. In addition, Council Member Aides are responsible for handling constituency services throughout the particular Council District.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Represent the Council Member at hearings, community meetings (such as community planning board meetings, school board meetings; block association meetings; civic organization meetings, etc.) and functions within the community.

· Attend governmental and non-governmental meetings as designated by the Council Member.

· Handle and remedy constituent complaints by conducting research, contacting various public entities on the federal, state and local levels and private entities as needed.

· Prepare press releases and coordinate press conferences with local news media as directed by the Council Member.

· Assist with legislative and regulatory initiatives such as reviewing and tracking proposed legislative bills, regulatory language and providing research.

· Respond to time sensitive requests, compile briefs and draft correspondences

· Other miscellaneous projects and tasks, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Knowledge of 13th District including its neighborhoods, history, and diverse communities and knowledge of New York State and City Politics.

· Knowledge of legislative processes highly desired.

· Ability to work effectively with New York City agencies.

· Excellent communication, public presentation, research and writing skills.

· Ability to communicate effectively with the general public and co-workers.

· Working knowledge of Microsoft applications and database operations a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

New York City residency required within 90 days of appointment.

For eligible employees, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans also available.

The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The New York City Council 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.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25,000.00 - $30,000.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Bronx, NY 10461: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person