Executive Director of Operations & Chief of Staff - Office of Government Affairs

POSITION DETAILS

The Office of Government Affairs at The City University of New York (CUNY) ensures that the University?s partnerships with the city, state and federal governments are strategically aligned. The Office is comprised of the Office of City Relations that works in collaboration with New York City?s executive and legislative branches to advocate funding for programs and legislative action and the Office of State Relations, located in Albany, New York that is responsible for advocacy related to the New York State budget.

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Government Affairs (VC), the Executive Director of Operations & Chief of Staff (UED/CoS) assumes a wide variety of executive and administrative duties of considerable scope and complexity requiring the exercise of initiative, independent judgment, and knowledge of CUNY?s lobbying and advocacy efforts. The UED/CoS will carry out major responsibilities under the VC?s purview, such as monitoring and evaluating office activities, participating in planning and setting office priorities and managing the communication that emanates from the Office of Government Affairs.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversees the Office of State Relations and maintains a physical presence in Albany during the legislative session.
• Provides leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations and effective functioning of the Office of Government Affairs; works with managers and staff in both State and City Relations offices to ensure staff positions are utilized effectively and that each staff member in the office is performing optimally.
• Triages and resolves time-sensitive issues in collaboration with University offices, college representatives, and external stakeholders. Identifies matters requiring escalation and ensures appropriate follow-up with the Vice Chancellor.
• Assists the VC with the work of ensuring all campuses? External Relations Council representatives have adequate information and resources needed for their advocacy.
• Assists with the planning, development, and management of the budget for the Office of Government Affairs, ensuring responsible and strategic use of resources.
• Consults and collaborates with senior level administration and external parties on behalf of the VC; represents the VC, as appropriate, to university and other external groups and committees.

NOTES :

1. Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
2. This position is excluded from union representation in the collective bargaining unit.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.

Preferred:

• Undergraduate degree in Public Affairs or related field; graduate degree from an accredited college or university is a plus.
• Experience in a higher education, public agency, or external affairs setting.
• Excellent organizational, managerial, budget management, problem-solving, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, character, and personal integrity to work with the utmost professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Demonstrated collaborative relationship-building and interpersonal communications skills to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders in a multi-constituency environment.
• Ability to travel and work evening hours as needed.

CUNY TITLE

Associate Administrator

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is $140,000 - $150,000 , commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials meet the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.

The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS\HRAM\FL.HRS\CG\SEARCH\FL.GBL?Page=HRS\APP\JBPST\FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=30484&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using their login credentials. After you login, click the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service Menu page to view job openings.

CLOSING DATE

June 26, 2025.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

Location

Central Office

About CUNY City University of New York - System

The City University of New York provides high-quality, accessible education for more than 269,000 degree-credit students and 270,000 adult, continuing and professional education students at 25 campuses across New York City. The University is an integrated system of senior and community colleges, graduate and professional schools, research centers, institutes and consortia. From certificate courses to Ph.D. programs, CUNY offers postsecondary learning to students of all backgrounds. It provides the city with graduates trained for high-demand positions in the sciences, technology, mathematics, teaching, nursing and other fields. As CUNY has grown, the University also has strengthened its mission as a premier research institution, building an array of modern facilities and expanding the ranks of its world-class faculty. Throughout its history, the University has been an integral part of the city and state through partnerships with public schools, economic development initiatives, immigration aid and financial advice services and other community outreach programs. Today, CUNY faculty and staff continue to benefit New York City — as well as the entire nation — by serving as policy exper...ts to business and government, advisers to nonprofit institutions, civic organizations and community groups. Students, too, are strongly encouraged to experience the cultural, educational and community-based opportunities of the five boroughs, through a network of internships and fellowships, to embracing the city as their campus.

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