AVP, State Legislative & Intergovernmental Affairs (Hybrid)

New York Housing Trust Fund; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (New York State &Local

Paid time off benefits

Job summary

New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) – Housing Trust Fund Corporation (HTFC) is seeking an AVP of State Legislative Intergov. Affairs in Albany, NY to lead engagement with New York State elected officials and stakeholders on housing initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to develop briefing materials, monitor legislation, and advocate for HTFC's interests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associate degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Advises Program and Executive staff on engagementwith New York State elected officials and stakeholders for new initiatives and programs.
• Prepares briefing materials for use by the Commissioner in meetings with elected officials, housing advocacy groups and interested citizens.
• Attends various affordable housing-related events with partners and stakeholders. Represents HCR at events as required.
• Coordinates meetings and events with key members of New York State government and stakeholders.
• Responds to inquiries from legislators and legislative staff for information and assistance on housing-related issues.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on proposed legislation, regulations, and policy initiatives at the state level that could impact the organization. Develop and advocate for positions on these issues.
• Create and execute strategies to advance the organization's interests with New York State government agencies, elected officials, and relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) – Housing Trust Fund Corporation (HTFC) is seeking an AVP of State Legislative Intergov. Affairs in Albany, NY to lead engagement with New York State elected officials and stakeholders on housing initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to develop briefing materials, monitor legislation, and advocate for HTFC's interests.