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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 07/30/26

Applications Due08/31/26

Vacancy ID220900

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AgencySenate, NYS

TitlePolicy Director

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $75000 to $95000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 35

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Queens

Street Address 801 Second Street

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10017

Duties Description Responsibilities

Direct legislative strategy for the office, which includes helping to craft new legislation, and working on strategies for passing priority bills that include internal processes and engages external stakeholders.

Oversee external communications on legislation, which includes writing messaging guides, white papers and explanations, talking points for press interviews, and for community affairs team, op-eds, as well as responses to constituent inquiries, and other communications assets that are clear and adaptable for multiple audiences.

Plan legislative events such as roundtables, press conferences, town halls, rallies, and other opportunities to engage with colleagues, advocates, and the public on legislative and policy priorities.

Manage workflows of legislative and communications staff to ensure timely execution and high-quality work of legislative initiatives.

Meet with advocates, community members, stakeholders, and other government offices to develop policy, communication strategies, and advocacy coalitions in order to advance legislation.

Conducting research into areas of concern, in order to prioritize and inform on policy decisions, legislative development, and priorities for the office.

Accompany the Senator at meetings and events and during the Albany legislative session, ensuring the member is prepared with talking points and briefing materials.

Travel between Albany and New York City as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications Key Abilities & Experience

Knowledge of New York State legislative process, organization, and procedures.

Ability to read and understand legislation, engage with complex public policy, and communicate clearly to a wide and diverse audience about these topics.

Management experience.

Demonstrated organizational skills in effectively building relationships and working with coalitions.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills, to include the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain consistent attention to details.

Knowledge of and familiarity with the diverse and urgent needs of this triborough district.

Required to live in New York State upon the beginning of employment start date.

Bonus points if you:

Have a law degree, JD or master's degree in public policy or public administration, or equivalent relevant work experience

Are a resident of SD-59

Additional Comments Salary range is $75,000 to $95,000, commensurate with education and experience.

This is a full-time, overtime-exempt position.

Submit a 1-page resume, a 1-page cover letter, and names and contact information for three professional references to gonzalezjobs@nysenate.gov with the subject line "Policy Director."

Submissions that do not include the above requested information, will not be considered. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and not something that simply repeats the information in your resume.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.

The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Sick time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness Program

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Hiring Coordinator

Telephone

Fax

Email Address gonzalezjobs@nysenate.gov

Address

Street 801 Second Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to gonzalezjobs@nysenate.gov Submissions that do not include requested information will not be considered.

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