Advance Associate

New York City, NY • Manhattan, NY

126d

About The Position

The New York City Mayor's Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public property. New York City Mayor Eric Adams is head of the executive branch of New York City's government. Previously, Mayor Adams has served the people of New York City as an NYPD officer, state senator, and Brooklyn borough president. The Adams' administration is leading the fight to serve the people of the greatest city in the world, ensuring delivery of efficient and effective services, working to make New York City's economy stronger, reducing inequality, improving public safety, and making the city more affordable that meets the needs of all New Yorkers. We value leadership, transparency, fairness, and efficiency as we actively seek diverse talents from various sectors to join our team. The Office of the Chief of Staff to the Mayor consists of a team dedicated to advancing and executing the Administration's agenda. The Office manages executive operations pertaining to the Mayor's policies, agenda, schedule, events, and day-to-day needs. The team led by the Mayor's Chief of Staff coordinates the operations of the Office of International Affairs, the Office of Operations, the Office of Special Projects and Community Events, the Office of Citywide Event Coordination and Management, Gracie Mansion, and the Office of Correspondence, the Office of Engagement, the Office of Emerging Markets, the Office of Sports, Wellness, and Recreation, and the Office of Asylum Seeker Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three years satisfactory full-time experience related to the projects and policies to be studied in the particular position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of networks in the philanthropic and nonprofit sector.
• City Government experience.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Research and/or analytical experience.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the planning and execution of Mayoral events.
• Working directly with a multitude of City Hall departments and Citywide Agencies to ensure all logistical aspects of events are arranged in advance.
• Managing staff at events to ensure each event runs smoothly.
• Preparing briefing memoranda, providing background research and information, coordinating meeting planning and assistance, and responding to correspondence from constituents or elected officials.
• Planning and managing the logistical production of official events, such as press conferences, town-hall style meetings, rallies, and a variety of photo opportunities.
• Assisting with the on-site event set-up.
• Briefing the media and relevant guests in attendance at events with details regarding the background of the event and the run of show.
• Working closely with the communications, press, community affairs, and intergovernmental affairs staff at events to ensure they understand their role in advancing the Mayor's agenda.
• Communicating to the appropriate teams the coverage details of the Mayor's events.

Benefits

• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees