Director of Intergovernmental Affairs

Office of Federal Affairs

Position
Director of Federal Affairs

Job Number: 41880

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 Office is the intergovernmental liaison between City government and the Federal government and

is responsible for presenting the City's interests to the Congress and the Executive Branch.

The Problems You’ll Solve

As a member of the Intergovernmental Affairs senior team, the Director will:

• Manage external relations with the New York City Congressional Delegation, White House and

Federal Agencies

• Manage legislative portfolios and responsibilities with Federal Affairs staff

• In coordination with the Mayor’s IGA Office, provide response to inquiries and requests from federal

partners.

• Advocate for policies benefitting New York city on the federal level:

• Secure federal grants, make comments on legislation and manage federal appropriations

staff, as well as for external stakeholders, and coordinate outreach and special events;

• Create strategic plans and to advocate for federal policies and new initiatives, raise awareness about

policies, and engage stakeholders and the general public;

• Monitor, research, and distribute relevant federal updates to IGA staff; and

• Track and archive all engagement relevant to the Federal Legislative Affairs Office.

About You

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, required; plus a minimum of ten years of

relevant experience in intergovernmental affairs, communications, and outreach;

• Excellent ability to exhibit professional demeanor in a fast paced and high-pressure work

environment and to maintain a rapid response approach;

• Excellent verbal, written and editing skills, including experience writing press releases, media

advisories and talking points;

• Outstanding attention to detail and strong ability to prioritize and manage a wide array of projects to

completion, often under tight deadlines;

• Strong interpersonal, collaborative and organizational skills; and

• Broad experience working with the federal government and national allies is preferred, particularly

on issues related to appropriations.

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 $150,000 to $178,000.

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