Director of City Government Affairs
Core
Lead HPD's engagement with the New York City Council and oversee the agency's response to City legislation, hearings, and elected-official inquiries to advance affordable housing goals.
Role type
Director of Government Affairs (Senior IC)
Builds
Legislative and policy agenda for affordable housing preservation and tenant protection
Domain
Public sector / Municipal government / Housing policy
Deliverable
Dashboards & analysis / Client delivery
Required skills
Legislative analysis, policy advocacy, stakeholder relationship management, public testimony preparation, strategic political analysis, briefing material development
Preferred skills
Intergovernmental affairs experience, affordable housing policy knowledge, problem-solving in legislative contexts
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze proposed City legislation; develop, draft, and advocate for HPD's City legislative agenda; provide political analysis and strategic advice to leadership; manage inquiries from City Hall and elected officials; cultivate relationships with elected officials and advocates; draft public testimony and prepare staff for hearings; develop briefing materials for stakeholders; provide regular updates on legislative activity; represent HPD at public hearings and forums.
Seniority
Director, senior leadership
