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Senior Assemblyperson seeking a Chief of Staff to supervise, direct, and support staff members at the district office. The team may include a Constituent Services Specialist, Legislative Aide and numerous interns. The Chief of Staff also serves as a primary advisor to the Assemblyperson, acts as a representative of the Assemblyperson, and oversees all aspects of day-to-day operations, including preparing the Chairperson for committee.

 

Responsibilities:

Specific duties include but are not limited to: 

  • Manage the day-to-day functions of the district office, including the staff
  • Oversee Assemblyperson’s legislative agenda, develop communications strategy, and manage constituent casework and scheduling
  • Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, elected officials, state agencies, advocacy organizations, and other Legislative staff
  • Engage constituents through events, stakeholder meetings, and community outreach
  • Represent the Assemblyperson at meetings and events, including with neighborhood stakeholders and special interest groups
  • Ensure the Assemblyperson’s schedule is accurate and up-to-date
  • Work closely with the communications director or scheduler to ensure the Assemblyperson has all materials (talking points, background materials, citations, driving directions, etc.) needed for each meeting and event
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including some nights and weekends
  • Other duties and responsibilities that the Assemblyperson assigns

 

Qualifications:

  • Possess very strong written and oral form communication, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Ability to pay careful attention to detail even with tight deadlines
  • Familiar with the legislative process and local district issues
  • Temperament to communicate with many personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner
  • Work well under pressure with the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities at once
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Office Suite, and social media platforms
  • Self-starter with exemplary judgment and political sensitivity
  • Written and verbal fluency in at least one non-English language is highly desired, but not required

Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter, with “Name – Chief of Staff Inquiry” in the Subject Line, to: Maura O'Boyle– moboyle@njleg.org by September 30, 2024.