Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHuman Rights, Division of

TitleSenior Director of Legislative and External Affairs (Assistant Commissioner)

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $127507 to $160911 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Bronx

Street Address 1 Fordham Plaza, 4th Floor

City Bronx

StateNY

Zip Code10458

Job Specifics

Duties Description Reporting directly to the Deputy Commissioner of External and Legislative Affairs, the Assistant Deputy Commissioner of External and Legislative Affairs’ duties include, but are not limited to:


• Acting as the agency’s primary liaison to local human rights commissions, community-based organizations serving protected classes, and other relevant stakeholders;

• Representative of the agency in partnerships with sister state agencies including DOL, DCJS, OPDV, DOS, OPWDD and other stakeholders with missions to serve protected classes;

• Facilitating events on behalf of the agency and supporting co-sponsorship of relevant events with stakeholder agencies;

• Promotion of agency events and media and analysis of various aspects of outreach coordination;

• Creation and compilation of the agency’s annual report and other public-facing materials illustrative of the agency’s programs;

• Supervision of external relations staff and oversight of staff supporting agency events;

• Support consultants working on agency branding and initiatives;

• Active participation in agency procurement of relevant supplies and materials pertaining to external affairs; and

• Perform any additional tasks as needs arise.

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience.

Additional Comments We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 College Savings Program

Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.

All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Eligible for $4000 location pay

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Leslie Brownell

Telephone

Fax

Email Address HRresumes@dhr.ny.gov

Address

Street Agency Building 1, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.