*Job Description*
*Chief of Staff*
*Office of New Jersey Assemblyman Gary Schaer*
*SUMMARY:*
Assemblyman Gary Schaer (D-36) is seeking a Chief of Staff to supervise, direct, and support the Assemblyman’s staff members at his district office in Passaic, New Jersey.
The team includes the Communications Director, the Constituent Services Director, and numerous interns.
The Chief of Staff serves as a primary advisor to and acts as a representative of the Assemblyman and oversees all day-to-day operations.
*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:*
· Manage and hire staff, and assign roles and responsibilities for the district office;
· Oversee Assemblyman’s legislative agenda, develop communications strategy, manage constituent work, and lead annual budget process;
· Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, elected officials, state agencies, advocacy staff, and the Assembly Majority Office staff;
· Engage constituents through events, stakeholder meetings, and community outreach;
· Represent the Assemblyman at meetings and events, including meetings with neighborhood stakeholders and special interest groups;
· Ensure the Assemblyman’s schedule is accurate and up-to-date.
Work closely with the communications director/scheduler to ensure the Assemblyman has all materials (talking points, background materials, citations, driving directions, etc) needed for each meeting and event on the calendar; and
· Ability to work a flexible schedule including some nights and weekends.
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
· Very strong oral and written communication, organizational, and analytical skills;
· Thoroughness and careful attention to detail;
· Interest in the legislative process and local district issues;
· Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner;
· Works well under pressure with the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities at once;
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms;
· Self-starter with exemplary judgement and political sensitivity;
· Written and verbal fluency in at least one non-English language highly desired, but not required.
*EDUCATION:*
· Bachelor’s degree.
· Advanced degree in political science, government, law, history, and similar major is preferred, but not required.
*SALARY AND BENEFITS:*
· Salary ranges between $50,000 and $90,000 per year.
· Flexible vacation and sick day policies
· Enrollment in the Public Employee Retirement System if eligible
· Enrollment in the State Health Benefits Plan
*HOW TO APPLY:*
Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter, with “Name – Chief of Staff Inquiry” in the Subject Line, to:
*Assemblyman Gary Schaer – asmschaer@njleg.
org*
*Adrian Orozco, Asm.
Schaer - Chief of Staff – aorozco@njleg.
org*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.
00 - $90,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
* Passaic, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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