NY HELPNo

AgencySenate, NYS

TitleCommunity Liaison/Legislative Aide

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $55000 to $64000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 35

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address 211 East 43rd St.

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10017

Duties Description NY State Senator Liz Krueger is seeking a Community Liaison/Legislative Aide to work in her district office in Manhattan. This staff member will play a crucial role helping constituents navigate government agencies and benefits, strengthening relationships with community organizations, and supporting the office’s legislative work.

In this dynamic role, you will:

•Provide direct assistance to constituents facing obstacles navigating government agencies and services, with a particular focus on housing and public benefits issues.
•Manage a caseload of constituent cases, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution of inquiries and concerns. Keep detailed records of interactions, recognize trends, and help identify the need for potential legislative responses.
•Serve as a liaison to community organizations and advise on responses to local issues. This will include attending monthly community board meetings and other local events on behalf of the senator. Some evening work will be required.
•Develop relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and other government offices in order to help address constituent and community needs.
•Draft correspondence to constituents, government agencies, and other entities.
•Conduct research on legislative and community issues and help develop new legislation as needed.
•Collaborate with other staff members to organize community events and connect constituents to government and nonprofit resources.

Minimum Qualifications To be considered, you will have:

•A very strong desire to advocate for constituents, the ability to develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders and enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team.
•Previous experience in constituent services, social services, advocacy, or community organizing is strongly preferred.
•Familiarity with New York housing and/or public benefit issues is highly beneficial. Bonus points if you have experience working with tenants and/or older adults.
•Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the capacity to juggle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
•Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
•Comfort with a public-facing position and public speaking.
•Demonstrated ability to respond to people in challenging situations with professionalism and empathy.
•Knowledge of New York City and State government preferred. Familiarity with the 28th State Senate District is helpful.
•College degree required.

Additional Comments The salary range is $55,000 to $64,000, commensurate with experience and education. The position is currently hybrid, with at least one remote day a week.

To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample via email to SD28Jobs@nysenate.gov with “Community Liaison” in the subject line. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and not something that simply repeats the information in your resume.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.

The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:

•Dental insurance
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
•Health insurance
•Life insurance
•Paid time off
•Parental leave
•Retirement plan
•Sick time
•Tuition reimbursement
•Vision insurance
•Wellness Program

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Hiring Manager

Telephone

Fax

Email Address SD28Jobs@nysenate.gov

Address

Street 211 East 43rd St.

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample via email to SD28Jobs@nysenate.gov with “Community Liaison” in the subject line