Legislative Representative

City of New York•Washington, NY

9d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Legislative Representative works in the New York City Mayor’s Office of Federal Affairs, which is located in Washington, DC. The Office of Federal Affairs coordinates the City’s interactions with the federal administration and Congress, keeps the Mayor and City agencies informed about pending or important issues affecting New York City, advocates on the City’s behalf, and serves as a DC liaison between the City and other cities collaborating on federal issues. The Legislative Representative keeps the Mayor and City agencies informed about pending or important issues affecting the City. Candidates should have detailed knowledge of the federal legislative process and elected officials, along with understanding and experience in one or more of these areas: the City legislative process, public policy analysis, New York City and State agency operations, and lobbying.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in the New York City and State agency ecosystem, legislative processes, and operations processes.
Detailed knowledge of the federal legislative process and elected officials.
Understanding of and experience with one or more of the following: the City legislative process, public policy analysis, New York City and State agency operations, or lobbying.