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AgencySenate, NYS

TitleConstituent Liaison

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade15

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $25000 to $30000 Annually

Employment Type Part-Time

Part-time Percent 50%

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 17.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 12 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Tompkins

Street Address 217 North Aurora Street

City Ithaca

StateNY

Zip Code14850

Duties Description The mission of our office is to ensure that our constituents in the district and all New Yorkers are provided with access to resources and are empowered in NYS through equitable and inclusive policies and practices. Our office has an immediate opening for a Constituent Liaison based in our district office.

Strong interpersonal/communication skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and the capacity to work on/undertake multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously are a must. The selected candidate will work closely with senior members of our district office, as well as senior staff of other elected officials and organizations.

The Constituent Liaison position is part-time, salaried, and located in Senate District 52, in Ithaca.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Handle constituent cases and follow up with appropriate agencies to see cases through
•Act as a liaison and go to person between members of the community, local and state agencies and the Senator
•Attend community meetings and events to provide information about and promote the Senator’s initiatives to address issues and concerns
•Remain current on the Senator’s legislative and policy agenda and serve as a resource regarding those issues for the local community and colleagues
•Input information and monitor the New York State Senate Bluebird database to ensure casework is properly documented in the database in a timely manner – knowledge of the NYS Senate Bluebird database is not required
•Provide status updates to the Community Affairs Director on caseloads, community issues, events, staff concerns, scheduling issues, and any other matter that may require the team’s attention
•Collaborate with staff to address community concerns by developing and implementing strategies that utilize tools at the team’s disposal, including correspondence, communication platforms, forums, events, and meetings

To learn more about our mission and the exciting work visit:

https://www.nysenate.gov/senators/lea-webb

Minimum Qualifications •Advanced written and verbal communication skills
•Familiarity with the district, as well as the concerns and challenges facing it residents
•Understanding of legislative policies, state laws, state grant programs, and other relevant state, local, and federal resources
•Education/degree – associates, bachelor’s or advanced degree
•Time flexibility – ability to work some weekends and evenings as necessary
•Demonstrated history of working collaboratively
•Ability to travel within the district and to and from Albany for major events is desirable

Additional Comments The salary range is $25,000 to $30,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to leawebb@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and do not simply repeat the information in your resume.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.

The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:

•Dental insurance
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
•Health insurance
•Life insurance
•Paid time off
•Parental leave
•Retirement plan
•Sick time
•Tuition reimbursement
•Vision insurance
•Wellness Program

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

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

Name Hiring Manager

Telephone n/a

Fax n/a

Email Address leawebb@nysenate.gov

Address

Street 217 North Aurora Street

City Ithaca

State NY

Zip Code 14850

Notes on Applying Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to leawebb@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.