The Office of the Manhattan Borough President is seeking a Policy Director (Director) to promote policy solutions that will support the needs of New Yorkers and advance the goals and values of the Manhattan Borough President’s Office (MBPO).

The Director will be responsible for supporting the creation of policy, foster collaboration between departments and members of the MBPO staff, manage relationships with key stakeholders and constituencies, and help the Policy Director supervise policy analyst staff.

The ideal candidate will be a proven manager of staff, with a knowledge of New York City policy and government, and a commitment to the issues that affect Manhattan residents, including tenants’ rights, public health, equity in our schools, transit, parks, and housing, resiliency, transportation, among others.

The Policy Director will report to the Chief of Staff for Policy, Budget and External Affairs.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead policy creation to support the MBPO's agenda through legislation, white papers, reports, and proposals
- Manage and mentor a team of policy staff, providing clear guidance and professional development opportunities
- Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration on complex policy issues
- Conduct research, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to inform policy development
- Build and maintain relationships with a broad range of external stakeholders
- Ensure effective communication within the MBPO and with external parties
- Foster a culture of accountability among MBPO staff
- Work closely with MBPO leadership to advance the office's objectives
- Represent the Manhattan Borough President's office at meetings and events

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in political science, public affairs, public policy or a closely related field and at least 8 years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above, with at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity

- 6+ years of experience in city/state government, political advocacy, labor unions, non-profits, or policy organizations - Proven track record of developing innovative policy solutions for New Yorkers - Strong project management and collaborative teamwork skills - Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, and train staff - Excellent prioritization and deadline management skills - Aptitude for building relationships with diverse stakeholders and community groups - Superior written and verbal communication skills - Flexibility to work some weekends and evenings as needed - Ability to work effectively with diverse communities - Willingness to embrace new technologies and systems - Spanish or Chinese language proficiency is a plus - Deep knowledge of New York City and Manhattan politics is advantageous - Demonstrated commitment to the Manhattan Borough President's mission and values

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.