Chief of Staff, NYC Council

December 30, 2014

Chief of Staff, NYC Council

Chief of Staff, NYC Council

Do you work in politics and want to take your career to the next level leading an office for a top city legislator? Do you like working long hours to get the job done right?  Do you want to help shape a legislative agenda with a citywide impact?

Senior City Council Member seeks a Chief of Staff to manage office staff, guide legislative, community and press portfolios and give advice. This is an 'all-in' position for a hard working council member. The ideal candidate will be ready to devote significant time and care towards their responsibilities and have demonstrated a similar commitment in previous roles.

The job requires discretion, extreme attention to detail, organizational abilities and excellent writing skills. The position will involve evening and weekend work and is at least 50 hours per week.

The preferred candidates will have at least three years of political experience, a valid NYS drivers license and a graduate degree is preferred. Excellent benefits, vacation and pay. Please send cover letter, resume, 2 writing samples and salary history and requirements. 


All applications will be held in strict confidence.