The Assistant Director will partner with the Vice President of Government & Community Affairs, Associate Vice President for Government Affairs and Director of Government Affairs with the implementation of the University's advocacy and policy agenda, which includes advocating for University initiatives, securing resources for priority programs and aligning priorities with agendas that promote the University. The Assistant Director will serve a lead role in building relationships between NYC elected officials, specifically Members of the New York City Council, and the University regarding issues affecting the broader NYU community. The incumbent will serve as the main representative of NYU to the NYC City Council, including developing and carrying out the University's annual budget requests, following legislation and hearings that may impact the University, and representing the University's positions directly to City elected officials. The incumbent will manage external consultants, as well as the government relations staff (including direct management of a student intern position), and interact directly with Senior University Leadership to strategically and proactively implement the University's government relations agenda. The Assistant Director will be asked to stay informed on government issues affecting NYU and be asked to plan and staff University events involving government officials and represent the University at various association and external meetings.

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education:
Master's Degree

Required Experience:
5+ years relevant professional level experience working in a governmental agency, working for an elected official, or working in the government relations office of a non-profit organization or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Experience:
Experience with NYC or NYS Government preferred.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills and strong research and writing skills are required. Ability to effectively interact with government officials and coordinate advocacy related events. Ability to travel.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $88,000 to USD $98,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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