Policy Advisor - New York, United States - NYC Office Of The Mayor

NYC Office Of The Mayor

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New York, United States

2 weeks ago

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Description

Deputy Mayor for Strategic Initiatives

Position

Policy Advisor

Job Number: 42985

The Agency You'll Join
The NYC Mayor's Office administers all city services, public property, most public agencies, and
enforces all city, state, and federal laws within New York City. New York City's Mayor, Eric Adams is
head of the executive branch of New York City's government. Mayor Adams has served the people of
New York City as an NYPD officer, State Senator, and Brooklyn Borough President. The Adams'
Administration is leading the fight to make New York City's economy stronger, reduce inequality,
improve public safety, and build a stronger, healthier city that delivers for all New Yorkers. As an
agency, we value fairness, helpfulness, transparency, leadership and build our teams around these
values. For current job opportunities visit our careers page.

The Team You'll Work With
The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Strategic Initiatives (DMSI) ensures that City government solves
problems through holistic, accountable, and transparent means. With a focus on many of the
administration's top priorities - from creating opportunities for young people to strengthening the
city's civic infrastructure - the office works in partnership with stakeholders inside and outside of city
government to develop, scale, coordinate, and deliver policies, plans and operations in an equitable
and sustainable way.

The Deputy Mayor also oversees the following agencies and offices: the Department of Youth and
Community Development, the Office of Food Policy, the Office of Non-Profit Services, the Office of
Childcare and Early Childhood Education, the Center for Innovation through Data Intelligence, the
Office of Youth Employment, the Children's Cabinet, and the Commission on Gender Equity.***
The Problems You'll Solve
Under the direction of the Senior Advisor team, the Policy Advisor will perform the following functions:

Project Management
Assist in overseeing and monitoring projects, legislation, and policy

initiatives to ensure that goals and timelines are met.
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Research & Analysis

Assist other staff members in performing qualitative and quantitative

research in connection with policy proposals, projects, and DMSI initiatives. Based on that
analysis, this person will make recommendations to relevant staff members.
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Agency Liaison

Serve as a liaison between agencies and the Office of the Deputy Mayor, to

monitor projects and assist in handling day-to-day issues.
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Internal/External Stakeholder Communication

Act as a liaison with stakeholders to

communicate on behalf of the Office of the Mayor and the Office of the Deputy Mayor as
needed. Create talking points and speeches as needed.
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Interagency Coordination

Coordinate with agencies, boards, commissions, and organizations

relevant to DMSI proposed initiatives, meet project goals and timelines, and review agency and
interagency work product. development or planning agencies.
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General Support

As needed, a Policy and Project Management Advisor will prepare briefing

memoranda, provide background research and information, coordinate meeting planning and
assistance, and respond to correspondence from constituents or elected officials.

About You:

You can work independently and within a fastpaced environment, as well as thrive in a

- collaborative and supportive team environment.

You are a selfstarter who positively contributes to a learning culture and collaborative team

and is willing to perform the full range of tasks required in a dynamic and rapidly responsive
organization.

You are highly analytical, and data driven.
You have a thorough knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
You have exceptional written, oral communication, and presentation skills.
You have experience working with multiple stakeholders.
And you must maintain confidentiality and use outstanding judgment daily.

Salary
The City of New York Office of the Mayor's compensation package includes a market competitive
salary, equity for all full-time roles and exceptional benefits. Our cash compensation range for this role
is
$82,000 to $85,000.

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Equal Opportunity | Diversity Equity & Inclusion Statement
The Office of the Mayor is an 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.

The Adams Administration values diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences that is reflective of
the city it serves. Applicants of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged and welcome to apply.

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