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NY HELP No Agency Senate, NYS Title Community Affairs Liaison Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office Aide Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $45000 to $55000 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 35 Workday From 9 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County New York Street Address 163 West 125th Street City New York State NY Zip Code 10027 Duties Description New York State Senator Cordell Cleare is seeking applicants to fill the position of Community Affairs Liaison in her District Office in New York City. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a passion for public service and for helping others.This dynamic role will include the following responsibilities:u2022Collecting and maintaining an internal database of constituentsu2022Drafting, writing, and printing various awards, including but not limited to, proclamations, certificates, commendation awards, empire awards, etc.u2022Maintaining community relations with various organizations, such as YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs, Lions Club, Boy Scouts, Girl Schools, each school in the district, every fire district/department, police departments, community boards etc.u2022Coordinating various events for the Office, including but not limited to events to hand out awards/recognition, and staffing such events as necessary (both after work hours and on weekends)u2022Conducting advance work (visiting location, setting up, corresponding with appropriate entities) for any events (both after work hours and on weekends)u2022Staffing the Senator at events, taking photos as necessary, and ensuring all information is brought back to the teamu2022Representing the Senator at events and speaking on the Senatoru2019s behalf, including but not limited to, award events or mobile office hours, when she is unable to attendu2022Coordinating our own events with the Officeu2019s events team and assisting with clerical tasks including printing materials, putting together award booklets and brochures, etc., as necessaryu2022Writing and drafting additional correspondence for the office, as necessaryu2022Updating bluebird database with contact from the office, as necessary Minimum Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:u2022Excellent oral and written communication skillsu2022Proven history of building relationshipsu2022Strong empathy and listening skillsu2022Ability to problem-solveu2022Must be able to work flexible hours, including extensive nights and weekends. Preferred Qualifications:u2022Bachelor's degreeu2022Proficiency in Spanish or Frenchu2022Familiarity with Harlem or demonstrated experience working in similar communitiesu2022Knowledge of New York State government or the legislative processThis position will require a flexible work schedule including occasional nights and weekends when after-hours event attendance is required Additional Comments Salary range is $45,000 to $55,000, commensurate with education and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to . 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:u2022Dental insuranceu2022Employee assistance programu2022Flexible spending accountu2022Health insuranceu2022Life insuranceu2022Paid time offu2022Parental leaveu2022Retirement planu2022Sick timeu2022Tuition reimbursementu2022Vision insuranceu2022Wellness ProgramThe 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 Coordinator Telephone n/a Fax Email Address Address Street 163 West 125th Street City New York State NY Zip Code 10027 Notes on Applying Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to .