Common Council
Junior Legislative Aide
Pay Rate:
Pay Frequency:
$43,000 - $64,500
Annually
The Junior Legislative Aide to the Common Council works closely with the members of the Council under the direction of the President Pro Tem and the Clerk of the Council. The person performs administrative and clerical functions for the Council as assigned by the President Pro Tern and Council Members to ensure the proper and efficient functioning of the Council, compliance with applicable laws, and effective communication with the public and other elected officials. Attendance at Common Council meetings is required. Supervision of others is not typical of this class.
Department:
Common Council
Job Type:
Location:
Full Time
Albany, NY
Residency Required Within 180 Days of Hire:
Requirements
*These are the minimum qualifications necessary by law to be considered for this position. If you do not have the needed experience or equivalent experience required for this role, kindly consider applying for another position with us.
A. A Bachelor’s degrees in an area that demonstrates extensive research and writing skillsfor example, public administration, political science, or a related field; OR
B. An Associate's degree in an area that demonstrates extensive research and writing skillsfor example, public administration, political science, or a related field and two (2) years’ experience in legislative process; OR
C. Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and five (5) years of experience working in the areas of law, education social work, public health, housing, public policy or related field; OR
D. Any equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) through (C) above.