Duties Description The District Director serves as the primary manager of the district office operations and community affairs team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and effective community engagement. The District Director will also be responsible for working with the team to drive community affairs organizing and office outreach strategies. The District Director will report directly to the Senior Strategist and work closely with the Senator to maintain strong community relations and efficient office operations.

In this dynamic role, you will:

•Manage the Community Affairs team and oversees district office operations •Manage district office projects, including event planning and community outreach programs •Support hiring operations, including resume screening and conducting preliminary phone interviews for community liaisons •Provide day-to-day staff management, including task prioritization and quality assurance •Plan district events, including town halls, resource fairs, district drives, and big check events •Maintain comprehensive issue tracking through detailed memos and meeting notes •Manage district budget operations, including the distribution of discretionary and capital funds

Minimum Qualifications The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in government, constituent services, and/or event planning.

To be considered, you must also have:

•Strong management experience, when an emphasis on office management and staff supervision •Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously •Excellent organizational and leadership abilities •Strong budgeting and financial management experience •Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills •Experience in community outreach and event planning •Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in sensitive matters •Demonstrated commitment to community service and public engagement •Required to live in New York State upon beginning employment

Bonus Points If You:

•Are a resident of SD 59 •Speak Spanish, Bangla, or Polish •Have previous experience working in government or political offices •Possess knowledge of the district's demographic and community needs