• Policy Advisor

    City of New York (New York, NY)


    Job Description

    The Agency You’ll Join

    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 Team You’ll Work With

    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.

     

    The Problems You’ll Solve

    The Policy Advisor will support the Chief of Staff team at large by performing the following functions:

    - Research & Analysis – Assist DCOS in performing qualitative and quantitative research in

    connection with policy proposals, projects, legislation, and initiatives. Based on that analysis,

     

    this person will make recommendations to relevant staff members.

     

    - Project Management – In coordination with appropriate team members, Mayor’s Office Units

    and City agencies, assist in supporting and monitoring projects, legislation, and policy initiatives

    to ensure that goals and timelines are met. Coordinate with agencies, boards, commissions, and

     

    organizations as needed.

     

    - Internal/External Stakeholder Communication – Support interactions with stakeholders to

    communicate and receive feedback on behalf of the Office of the Mayor and the Office of the

    Chief of Staff/Deputy Mayor for Administration. Create talking points and speeches as needed.

     

    - General Support – As needed, prepare briefing memoranda, provide background research and

     

    information, coordinate meeting planning and assistance, and respond to correspondence from

     

    constituents or elected officials.

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    - Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.

     

    - Develop integrated work plans across all aspects of the DCOS portfolio.

     

    - Lead cross-functional teams to execute operational improvement initiatives.

     

    - Collaborate with multiple teams to ensure alignment and integration of strategies.

     

    - Contribute to high priority projects.

     

    - Step in to provide strategic, tactical and project management.

     

    - Provide qualitative and quantitative research on local, state, and federal policies within the

     

    portfolio.

     

    - Serve as the primary liaison to Deputy Chiefs of Staff to monitor progress on projects and

     

    provide applicable support and resources.

     

    - Other duties as assigned.

     

    About You

     

    - You are highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize conflicting demands.

     

    - You have the flexibility to meet unpredictable demands.

     

    - You have the ability to work independently and within a fast-paced environment.

     

    - You have excellent time management skills.

     

    - You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

     

    - You have the ability to prioritize workload and function effectively within and outside the

     

    office.

     

    - You are proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

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    Qualifications

    - A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college.

     

    - Experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above

     

    Additional Information

     

    The City of New York 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.

     

    Salary Min: $ 85,000.00

     

    Salary Max: $ 92,000.00