Chief Intergovernmental & Community Engagement Officer

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York seeks an executive leader to serve as Executive Director for Intergovernmental Affairs and Community Engagement for SBS. Lead citywide initiatives, coordinate with elected officials, community boards, and City Hall, and shape the agency's policy and engagement strategy.

Ideal candidates have deep ties across the five boroughs, experience in small business advocacy or as a business owner, and a track record of coordinating complex regulatory and policy efforts with government

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree and four years of full-time experience in community liaison or program administration with policy duties.
• High school diploma plus eight years of relevant experience with administrative or policy-making responsibilities.
• Education/experience equivalency as described in the job posting, with appropriate substitutions allowed.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with elected offices, community boards, and City Hall offices; represent the agency in meetings and events.
• Set the vision and strategy for a citywide intergovernmental and community engagement operation.
• Drive the agency's legislative and regulatory agenda reflecting small business, workforce, and neighborhood needs.

Skills

Legislative process understanding

Intergovernmental affairs

Research and analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Time management

Discretion and judgment

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor-level degree with four years related experience in community relations

High school diploma with eight years related experience

Job description

The City of New York seeks an executive leader to serve as Executive Director for Intergovernmental Affairs and Community Engagement for SBS. Lead citywide initiatives, coordinate with elected officials, community boards, and City Hall, and shape the agency's policy and engagement strategy.

Ideal candidates have deep ties across the five boroughs, experience in small business advocacy or as a business owner, and a track record of coordinating complex regulatory and policy efforts with government