counsel

liaison

director of communications

community liaison

scheduler

New York City Council

Contributed to the messaging of the New York City government by drafting or assisting with press
releases, official statements, declarations, policy proposals, legislative memos and communications to
state, national and international organizations.
● Attended meetings and recorded detailed accounts of council proceedings and assisted with the
preparation of summaries used by council members for future meetings and votes.
● Engaged with council staff in more than fifty district offices to secure their support or opposition for
highpriority
proposals, legislation and initiatives.
● Assisted senior staff in the preparation of briefs, proposals, and speeches for city council members and
senior city officials for public and private council events.
● Managed multiple projects simultaneously, including case files for constituents who requested
government assistance for funding, community outreach, security, and emergency response.
● Organized and observed numerous meetings with intergovernmental agencies to successfully solve or
address sudden changes in the New York City municipal environment.

The best part of my job is that no two days are the same. I am consistently presented with new challenges, so I am rarely bored. I field complaints and questions from constituents and connect them with the appropriate government agency. I represent my boss at meetings throughout the district, so I have many opportunities to hone my public speaking skills. I love meeting new people, so that is easily the best part of the job for me.

The hardest part of the job is reconciling the expectations of the people who live in the district with the realities of what government is able and willing to do. The people my boss represents are very privileged and it gives them an entitlement complex that can be difficult to navigate. But I have learned how to have productive conversations with people who I may not agree with, which I believe is a very valuable skill.

One's experience at the NYC Council depends on whether you are part of the central staff, which is relatively small or if you work for one of the 51 Council members.  If you work for a Council member, your overall experience, good or bad tends to depend on that particular member.  Some are great to work for, some not so great.  Council staff tend to not stay very long and since Council members are term limited, you won't be in this job much more than four years.  Longer if the person runs for a second term and wins office again.  If no, you're out.  Some members are very good at helping their staff get other longer term jobs in the city government.  Others don't help at all.

My typical day at work was to handle the Council Members appointments on the calendar, to schedule important events and meetings.
I managed a lot of constituent cases, such as HRA and housing issues, also Housing court issues.
The hardest part of the job was that you cant solve every ones issues and concerns in which I wanted to do so badly.
The most enjoyable part of my job was my constituents they made me feel like I can do anything. at the end of the day I had peace within myself to know I helped somebody and went above and beyond for them. No money can compensate what you do from your heart.
What I have learned is it is never to late to learn new things.
co-workers should and always be the team players in the office it makes your job a lot more easier.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Engaging with other units to resolve, identify, or broaden situational inquiries from constituents. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Forecasting how to manage the next in an ever-changing world. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
A dedicated team of servants committed to listening, advocating, and facilitating laws that address the people's needs. While passion manifests in various ways, when goals align, it becomes a motivator rather than a hindrance. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I am a dedicated student, managing a portfolio that addresses the financial, human, and environmental needs of constituents, developments, and agencies. I focus on researching and developing situational solutions that influence both current and anticipated resolutions.

What is the best part of working at the company?
We are all public servants whether elected or not: PUBLIC SERVICE IS A PRIVELEGE!!!

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Meeting deadlines imposed by Supervisors.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The New York City Council encourages everyone's participation and input, it is a respectful and courteous environment that is warm. We have an EEO office that makes sure that protocols, and individual rights are adhered regarding Harassment Policies.  

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
We begin each day with a Team Meeting, making sure that all team members are on the same page.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The team work and the solution oriented skills of the team in serving the community.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
I never encountered any stressful situation when working there. When I needed to know more about a task I would just ask a coworker and get the help I needed. I never felt like working, but instead I was just doing things I love to do.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Good. The motor of the work place translate through this citation: “ a team work makes a dream work “.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The support staff that I was hired to work with was a well-oiled machine that got along splendidly and worked as a team on a daily basis.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
There really isn't any, as I had a job to do and I did the best I can.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Environment and culture was friendly, supportive and team-oriented.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I had a daily routine that I went though as efficiently as I can.

I was an office manager for Deputy Chief of Staff.  I was also her 
scheduler.  Clerical duties etc.  Researching when needed, if information was needed for certain meetings. etc..

Later on, I worked at the Legislative Division. Worked as a receptionist as well.  Clerical duties.  Faxing, filing, making copies.


Constituent Liaison - Taking calls and making sure that the constituents were taken care of. Going to meetings if need be.

I work  in the New York City Council for over 11 years, as a senior graphic designer in central staff. I loved the work that i do and create for the speaker of the council and as well as for all 50 council members and the division. I work along great, passionate people who genuinely care about what they do and the city of New York.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Counsel 5 salaries reported	$88,382 per year
Liaison 3 salaries reported	$48,760 per year
Director of communications 6 salaries reported	$65,917 per year
Community liaison 10 salaries reported	$60,864 per year
Scheduler 3 salaries reported	$62,333 per year

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