Senior Advisor

Director of Intergovernmental Affairs

State Legislative Affairs

Position
Senior Advisor

Job Number: 41884

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 Mayor’s Office of State Legislative Affairs (SLA) serves as the principal liaison between the

Administration of Mayor Eric Adams and the New York State Legislature and Executive, working to

foster productive relationships with the Governor’s office, State Senate and Assembly. The Office

assists the Mayor's Administration in developing and advancing the Administration’s agenda through

State law and the State budget.

The Problems You’ll Solve

This position is based out of the Albany, N.Y. Office.

The Senior Advisor will be assigned a portfolio of City agencies and be responsible for all legislative and

budget activity, hearings and member requests related to the specific agencies. The Senior Advisor will

act as a liaison between the Mayor’s Office, agencies, and State government, facilitating and approving

all meetings between State elected officials and staff and agency officials and commissioners.

Duties of a Senior Advisor include, but are not limited to:

• Tracking legislation introduced by the State Legislature and monitoring its progress as it moves

through the legislative process.

• Working with agencies in reviewing and preparing legislation.

• Working with agencies in crafting responses to State legislation and budget proposals.

• Preparing written analyses of legislation, including but not limited to public memos in support

or opposition.

• Reviewing weekly interagency reports and memos.

• Facilitating interactions between the State and the Administration, including responding to

requests from members and staff in a timely manner.

• Coordinating delegation meetings and/or special events; and

• Handling special projects as identified by the Director.

About You

• Bachelor’s Degree. Graduate degree (JD/MPA/MS) preferred.

• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with any combination of the following: the New

York State legislative process, public policy analysis, New York City or State agency operations

and lobbying.

• Excellent verbal, writing, research, analytical and organizational skills, with a strong work-ethic

and the ability to work independently.

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects in a timely manner with

constantly shifting priorities.

• A clear commitment to public service.

• Resilient, flexible and positive mindset; and

• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, collaborative and dynamic team culture

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 $100,000 to $110,000.

Final offers may vary from the amount listed based on candidate experience and expertise, and other

factors.

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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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable

accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on

this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by EEO at

EEO@cityhall.nyc.gov.

New York City Residency Is Required Within 90 Days of Appointment