Director of Legislative Affairs

**This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Flexible Work Pilot Program. ** The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities. DCWP licenses nearly 45,000 businesses in more than 40 industries and enforces key consumer protection and workplace laws that apply to countless more. By supporting businesses through equitable enforcement and access to resources, DCWP protects the marketplace from predatory practices and strives to create a culture of compliance. DCWP empowers consumers and working families by providing the tools and resources they need to achieve financial health and work-life balance. DCWP also conducts research and advocates for public policy that furthers its work to support New York City’s communities. For more information about DCWP and its work, call 311 or visit DCWP at NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), sign up for its newsletter, or follow on its social media sites, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Under the direction of the Associate Commissioner of Intergovernmental Affairs, the Director of Legislative Affairs will be responsible for coordinating DCWP’s legislative portfolio, directing the legislative affairs team, and maintaining relationships with relevant stakeholders. This includes, but is not limited to: • Supervising subordinate staff to conduct and interpret research/data, monitor legislation, and propose legislation impacting issues around consumer protection, worker protection, and financial empowerment in New York City; • Coordinating with DCWP’s divisional leadership on research efforts, including data analysis, legislation and advocacy; • Leading DCWP’s participation in public hearings before legislative or regulatory bodies, including drafting public testimony that leverages data analysis to outline the agency’s policy positions; • Liaising with the Mayor’s Office, including the offices for city, state, and federal legislative affairs, to advance proactive legislation and policy proposals; • Establishing and building relationships with key government agencies, research/data and advocacy organizations, and other social science experts related to DCWP’s legislative agenda; • Drafting reports and maintaining records/data, as well as managing other special projects or tasks, as needed; • Directing DCWP’s efforts to request, gather, and transcribe public comments on proposed DCWP rules.

Minimum Qualifications

There are no minimum qualifications due to civil service specifications

Preferred Skills

• Strong management and leadership skills • Excellent written communication and attention to detail • Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills • Demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically • Knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process at the City, State, and Federal level • Flexibility in hours, nights and weekends

How to Apply

To Apply To apply for this position, please submit your application exclusively through the Jobs NYC website. Only applications submitted via the Jobs NYC platform will be considered for review. The Job ID is located at the bottom of the page. A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application. In your cover letter, please include the following: • Civil service title you currently hold or whether you have taken any civil service exams (if applicable). • The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage 55-a candidates to apply. If eligible, please indicate this in your cover letter. Incomplete applications or those missing the required documents will not be considered. Reasonable Accommodations DCWP is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to employment opportunities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the interview process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodationRequests@dcwp.nyc.gov. Please note the following important application instructions: • No phone calls, faxes, emails, or in-person inquiries will be accepted. • Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you do not receive communication from us, please consider your application as not being selected for this position. • Drug Screening: Please be aware that a drug screening may be required prior to appointment. Candidates will be notified if this is necessary as part of the pre-employment process. Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. For any questions or concerns regarding your application, please email the recruitment team at dcwpjobs@dcwp.nyc.gov.