Government Affairs Officer

New York City is home to approximately 1.64 million older adults, and the Department for the Aging is committed to helping them age in their homes and communities. Our mission is to eliminate ageism and ensure the dignity and quality of life of diverse older adults. We also work to support caregivers through service, advocacy, and education.

The Government Affairs Unit acts as the agency’s primary liaison to elected officials, community boards, aging services providers, and advocates in order to promote NYC Aging’s mission and priorities. The Unit prepares NYC Aging’s city, state, and federal legislative agenda and represents the Commissioner at public hearings, high-level meetings, and community events. The Unit also analyzes pending legislation and keeps the agency abreast of any relevant legislative developments.

Responsibilities

NYC Aging seeks a dynamic, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to serve as Government Affairs Officer to the Department’s government affairs work and strategies. Under the supervision of the Director of Government Affairs, the Government Affairs Officer is responsible for supporting the advancement of NYC Aging’s outreach efforts, intergovernmental endeavors, and awareness campaigns for the Borough of Manhattan. In addition, responsibilities will include:

• Attend various intergovernmental and community meetings to represent NYC Aging; represent NYC Aging and promote its programs, services, and initiatives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with elected officials, community leaders, and service providers.
• Represent NYC Aging at Community - and Borough - Board meetings, resource fairs, community organization, and tabling events as required.
• Lead or participate in various presentations, events, and special projects on behalf of NYC Aging.
• Work closely with NYC Aging’s Bureaus and Units on outreach strategies, awareness campaigns, and other initiatives focused on the aging community.
• Assist in preparing for annual Borough Budget Consultations and Public Hearings on NYC Aging’s Annual Plan Summary.
• Maintain a current and comprehensive understanding of aging services and issues in New York City.
• Perform other related and necessary tasks as needed.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Superior communication skills and strong passion for intergovernmental and external relations a plus. - Strategic thinker with great judgment and discretion preferred. - Ability to engage with the public in a professional manner. - Strong organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities a plus. - Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. - Working knowledge of New York City and State government structure a plus.
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.

, $59,116.00 – $67,983.00