Executive Director, State & Local Government Affairs

Columbia University in the City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University in the City of New York seeks an Executive Director to manage day-to-day relationships with state and local government, guiding advocacy across Albany and New York City. You will supervise the Government Affairs team and coordinate with federal relations to align advocacy strategies.

Responsibilities include leading civic engagement initiatives, advising senior leadership on legislative developments, and representing the university at meetings in NYC and Albany.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 7–10 years in government relations or related field.
• Advanced degree preferred; knowledge of NYS/NYC government.
• Strong leadership, writing, and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple initiatives and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Vice President and senior leadership on state/local legislative developments affecting Columbia.
• Develop and execute the government engagement and advocacy strategy in Albany and NYC.
• Lead relationships with state and local officials and interface with legislators and agency officials.
• Monitor legislative/regulatory developments and assist with policy formulation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Columbia University in the City of New York seeks an Executive Director to manage day-to-day relationships with state and local government, guiding advocacy across Albany and New York City. You will supervise the Government Affairs team and coordinate with federal relations to align advocacy strategies.

Responsibilities include leading civic engagement initiatives, advising senior leadership on legislative developments, and representing the university at meetings in NYC and Albany.