Employment Opportunities

COmmunity liaison

New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes (D-SD26) has an immediate opening for a Community Liaison based in his district office. Strong interpersonal/communications skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and capacity to work on/undertake multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously are a must. The selected candidate will work closely with senior members of the Senator’s district office, as well as senior staff of other elected officials and organizations.  

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Handling constituent cases and following up with appropriate agencies to see case through

• Act as a liaison and go to person between members of the community, city agencies and the Senator 

• Attend community meetings and events to provide information about and promote the Senator’s initiatives to address issues and concerns 

• Help plan and attend community events, cultural celebrations and other happenings in the district and in Albany

• Remain current on the Senator’s legislative and policy agenda and serve as a resource regarding those issues for the local community and colleagues

• Other duties as assigned by the Senator and senior staff

The ideal candidate will also be willing to take on ad hoc responsibilities and projects as they arise. Ability to communicate in multiple languages is highly desirable.

Salary

Salary range starts at 50,000 per year and is commensurate with experience. The positions come with an excellent benefits package including health, dental, optical, and retirement benefits.

To Apply:

Please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample, and references if you would like to provide them at this stage of the process, as a single document in PDF format to tori@senatorgounardes.nyc. 

All applications will be kept confidential. The New York State Senate is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workforce.