JOB DESCRIPTION

Agency Description:
The Department of Small Business Services (SBS) helps unlock economic potential and create economic security for all New Yorkers by connecting New Yorkers to good jobs, creating stronger businesses, and building a fairer economy in neighborhoods across the five boroughs.
Job Description:
The Intergovernmental Affairs Liaison reports to the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs & Special Projects. The Intergovernmental Affairs Liaison is responsible for supporting the agency in a variety of ways, including project coordination on intergovernmental strategy, project management of rezoning commitments, the creation of tracking systems for community commitments, research, writing, responding to constituent concerns, and liaising with local stakeholders, including elected leaders.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Assist the Director in developing and implementing strategy around intergovernmental liaison opportunities with elected officials at the federal, state, and city level.
• Support the Commissioner and other agency leadership engagements with elected officials by preparing briefing materials and coordinating with internal teams.
• Help manage the submission process of agency reports to the New York City Council by ensuring materials are collected, properly formatted, compliant with legislative requirements, and submitted on time.
• Help coordinate the Community Board district need process, including developing guidance materials and repository of resources provided.
• Maintain rezoning commitment trackers and reporting documents and attend update meetings; additionally monitor and track SBS’s achievement of rezoning commitments.
• Perform regular site visits to the rezoning areas.
• Attend and prepare for meetings with internal and external stakeholders related to rezoning policy, program planning, and special initiatives, including by staffing, advancing, researching, and tracking outcomes.
• Attend legislative and interagency meetings as needed to take notes and support follow up actions.
• Help prepare materials for legislative hearings by drafting written testimony and Q&A documents.
• Regularly communicate updates on service delivery and coordinate outreach.
• Work closely with the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Chief of Staff to identify and address community and programmatic challenges.
• Perform any additional projects as assigned by the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and the Chief of Staff.

How to Apply:
All Applicants: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID: # 725302
Note: We appreciate the interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
If you are unable to apply via Jobs NYC, you can email your cover letter and resume to careers@sbs.nyc.gov with the following in the subject line: Intergovernmental Affairs Liaison
If you do not have access to email, mail your cover letter & resume to:
NYC Department of Small Business Services
Human Resources Unit
1 Liberty Plaza, 11th Floor
New York, New York 10006
Additional Information
This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37. However, note that per this program, employees may be required to report to the workplace in person if operational needs warrant.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Understanding of the legislative process in New York City, New York State and within the Federal Government - Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills required - Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environment - Project management and time management skills - Ability to prioritize assignments, handle multiple projects simultaneously to completion, and work under pressure against tight deadlines - Ability to actively listen, synthesize information and communicate effectively with all levels of staff and external stakeholders - Discretion and excellent judgment to handle sensitive and confidential matters - Excellent MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook skills

• Assist the Director in developing and implementing strategy around intergovernmental liaison opportunities with elected officials at the federal, state, and city level.
• Support the Commissioner and other agency leadership engagements with elected officials by preparing briefing materials and coordinating with internal teams.
• Help manage the submission process of agency reports to the New York City Council by ensuring materials are collected, properly formatted, compliant with legislative requirements, and submitted on time.
• Help coordinate the Community Board district need process, including developing guidance materials and repository of resources provided.
• Maintain rezoning commitment trackers and reporting documents and attend update meetings; additionally monitor and track SBS’s achievement of rezoning commitments.
• Perform regular site visits to the rezoning areas.
• Attend and prepare for meetings with internal and external stakeholders related to rezoning policy, program planning, and special initiatives, including by staffing, advancing, researching, and tracking outcomes.
• Attend legislative and interagency meetings as needed to take notes and support follow up actions.
• Help prepare materials for legislative hearings by drafting written testimony and Q&A documents.
• Regularly communicate updates on service delivery and coordinate outreach.
• Work closely with the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Chief of Staff to identify and address community and programmatic challenges.
• Perform any additional projects as assigned by the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and the Chief of Staff