The Office of New York State Senator Brian Kavanagh is hiring a Community Liaison
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With Democrats holding large majorities in both houses of the legislature for the first time in decades, Senator Kavanagh and his colleagues are advancing sweeping progressive change through legislation, policy advocacy, and effective representation of our diverse communities.
Senator Kavanagh chairs the Senate Housing Committee and looks to advance an ambitious housing and homelessness agenda in 2020, building on the nation-leading tenant protection laws already enacted in 2019. Additional priorities include gun violence prevention, environmental protection and climate change, election and campaign finance reform, economic and social justice, and consumer rights--as well the many community issues we tackle on behalf of residents of Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn.
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Community Staff
We seek a Community Liaison to address community and individual constituent issues and service needs by engaging actively with residents, community groups, advocates, and colleagues in the executive and legislative branches of government. The Community Liaison will be based in New York City, and must be willing to work evenings and weekends as necessary. Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese language skills are strongly preferred, though not required.
Responsibilities of Community Staff
Manage intake and resolution of constituent cases, and develop and maintain a thorough understanding of issues facing residents of the district.
Build strong relationships with other elected and government offices, constituents, community leaders, and advocacy organizations.
Recommend and implement strategies to engage with external stakeholders (including advocates and other elected officials) and internal teams to solve issues affecting the district.
Draft internal and external communications, including correspondence, briefings, presentations, talking points, newsletters, and community reports.
Represent our office and staff the Senator at community meetings during the workday and in the evening, as well as on weekends when needed.
Plan and organize community events.
Required Qualifications for Community Staff
Experience building and maintaining relationships with diverse communities.
Ability to multitask and manage projects from inception to conclusion.
Excellent oral and written communication.
Good judgement and political sensitivity.
Ability to set and meet internal and external deadlines, work in a fast-paced government office, and work both independently and within a team.
A willingness to work long hours as necessary and some weekends, including travel.
Preferred Qualifications for Community Staff
College degree.
Familiarity with New York government and politics, especially the role of elected officials' offices
Familiarity with the neighborhood comprising Senate District 26 (Lower Manhattan & Brooklyn)
Language skills, particularly in Spanish, Mandarin, and/or Cantonese.
Salary
Salary for all positions is competitive and commensurate with experience. The position comes with an excellent benefits package including health, dental, optical, life, transit, and retirement benefits.
How To Apply
Please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample, as a single PDF document, to resumes.26sd@gmail.com, with the words "Community Liaison" in the subject line. Do not submit an application through this website.
All applications for the position will be kept confidential. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The New York State Senate is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. No calls please.
Location
New York, NY
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