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About the Office: The Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) advises the Mayor of the City of New York on criminal justice policy. MOCJ develops and implements strategies, with partners inside and outside government, to reduce crime and incarceration and to promote fairness and legitimacy. MOCJ works with law enforcement, city agencies, non-profits, foundations, and others to implement data-driven strategies that address current crime conditions, prevent offending, and build strong neighborhoods that ensure enduring safety. About the Role: Under the direction of the Chief of Public Affairs, with wide latitude for initiative, judgment and action, the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs is passionate about policy
and the relationships that drive it. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: cultivating and managing relationships with elected officials on behalf of the agency; monitoring the activities of elected officials and identifying potential opportunities, obstacles, and vulnerabilities; monitoring legislation and policy developments at city, state, and federal levels, then analyzing potential impact; recommending and implementing strategies related to advocacy and engagement; drafting briefing materials and public remarks for leadership in advance of any meetings or public testimony. Leading MOCJ intergovernmental efforts for jail population reduction and other initiatives. Managing multiple projects, tasks, and calendars for team, including one direct report
the Intergovernmental Affairs Manager. Please submit your resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position Research Projects Coor(MA)-Mgr - 0527A. Minimum Qualifications 1. Do you have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university? 2. Do you have an associate degree from an accredited college or university along with two (2) years of experience with administrative, analytic, coordinative, supervisory or liaison responsibilities? 3. Do you have a four-year high school diploma, or its educational equivalent approved by a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) years of experience as described in question "2" above? 4. Do you have a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that described in questions "1," "2," and/or "3" above? Preferred Skills - Attention to detail and deadlines - Experience managing people and/or projects - Experience building relationships across different organizations - Experience in public speaking and/or speechwriting - Experience related to criminal justice, legal, and/or regulatory issues - An advanced degree from an accredited educational institution
or comparable professional experience. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website. Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York 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.
About the Office: The Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) advises the Mayor of the City of New York on criminal justice policy. MOCJ develops and implements strategies, with partners inside and outside government, to reduce crime and incarceration and to promote fairness and legitimacy. MOCJ works with law enforcement, city agencies, non-profits, foundations, and others to implement data-driven strategies that address current crime conditions, prevent offending, and build strong neighborhoods that ensure enduring safety. About the Role: Under the direction of the Chief of Public Affairs, with wide latitude for initiative, judgment and action, the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs is passionate about policy
and the relationships that drive it. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: cultivating and managing relationships with elected officials on behalf of the agency; monitoring the activities of elected officials and identifying potential opportunities, obstacles, and vulnerabilities; monitoring legislation and policy developments at city, state, and federal levels, then analyzing potential impact; recommending and implementing strategies related to advocacy and engagement; drafting briefing materials and public remarks for leadership in advance of any meetings or public testimony. Leading MOCJ intergovernmental efforts for jail population reduction and other initiatives. Managing multiple projects, tasks, and calendars for team, including one direct report
the Intergovernmental Affairs Manager. Please submit your resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position Research Projects Coor(MA)-Mgr - 0527A. Minimum Qualifications 1. Do you have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university? 2. Do you have an associate degree from an accredited college or university along with two (2) years of experience with administrative, analytic, coordinative, supervisory or liaison responsibilities? 3. Do you have a four-year high school diploma, or its educational equivalent approved by a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) years of experience as described in question "2" above? 4. Do you have a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that described in questions "1," "2," and/or "3" above? Preferred Skills - Attention to detail and deadlines - Experience managing people and/or projects - Experience building relationships across different organizations - Experience in public speaking and/or speechwriting - Experience related to criminal justice, legal, and/or regulatory issues - An advanced degree from an accredited educational institution
or comparable professional experience. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website. Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York 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.