Review Vacancy
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $65000 to $75000 Annually
Duties Description About Our Office
Zellnor Y. Myrie is a Democratic New York State Senator serving the 20th District, including Crown Heights, East Flatbush, Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Windsor Terrace, and Kensington. Throughout his time in the State Legislature, Senator Myrie has championed policies that advance equity and justice in areas such as voting rights, criminal legal reform, gun safety, and affordable housing.
About Your Role:
As Director of Operations, you will report directly to the Chief of Staff and serve as a key member of the Senator’s senior team. You will manage the overall operations of the Office, with special responsibility for overseeing and maintaining the Senator’s and office’s daily and long-term schedules. You will serve as the primary gatekeeper of the Senator’s time, exercising sound judgment and foresight to anticipate needs and proactively address potential challenges.
Your Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
•Manage and oversee the Senator’s and office’s daily, weekly, and long-term schedules to ensure efficient coordination of meetings, events, and priorities
•Oversee operations of the Brooklyn District Office, ensuring smooth communication and workflow between staff and leadership
•Review, organize, and process all meeting and event requests, ensuring completeness of information and timely briefings for the Senator
•Work closely with the Chief of Staff and other senior staff to align the Senator’s scheduling priorities with legislative and district objectives
•Coordinate logistics for travel, community events, and official engagements
•Develop and maintain systems for scheduling, recordkeeping, and office efficiency
•Liaise with external partners, community organizations, and other government offices to support collaboration and constituent engagement
•Support coordination between the Brooklyn and Albany offices to ensure consistency in communication, planning, and execution
•Maintain a professional, welcoming, and organized office environment that reflects the Senator’s values and commitment to public service
Minimum Qualifications About You:
Senator Myrie’s office seeks a highly organized, proactive, and mission-driven Director of Operations to join our Brooklyn team. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong judgment and attention to detail, and is deeply committed to public service and equity. You are a problem solver who ensures that all operational, administrative, and scheduling functions run smoothly and efficiently. You take pride in keeping systems organized, anticipate logistical needs, and are comfortable balancing multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion.
Qualified candidates will demonstrate:
•Unquestionable integrity, professionalism, and discretion
•Strong project and operations management skills
•Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
•Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
•Ability to build collaborative relationships with staff, community partners, and government officials
•Commitment to equity, inclusion, and constituent-centered service
Candidates must be willing to work evenings and weekends during busy legislative and community periods. This is a full-time, exempt position not eligible for overtime compensation.
Additional Comments What We Offer:
•Competitive salary and benefits – $65,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience
•A supportive, team-oriented workplace committed to professional growth and public service
• Opportunities to engage in meaningful community and legislative work
We strongly encourage applications from Black people, people of color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants, formerly incarcerated people, people with disabilities, and members of other marginalized communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are valued here.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a short paragraph (200 words or less) explaining why you are the best fit for this role to bayalama@nysenate.gov.
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.
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