THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION
Salary Range: $73,897 - $118,515
Starting Pay: $73,897 - $96,206
HOURS:9am-5pm
GET TO KNOW US
Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimorea great placeto live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
Mission Statement:
To ensure Baltimore City government offers a best-in-class resident experience that centers equity when engaging with residents and communities,allocatingbudget dollars, conducting oversight of city agencies, and enacting legislation.
Our Vision:
We will innovate, advocate, and deliver results across City government and neighborhoods so that residents, business owners, and visitors champion Baltimore as the best place to visit, live, work, and play.
Values:
Results:Constantly striving toward “best-in-class” city services.
Innovation:We don’tsettle for the status quo; transformational results require creative problem-solving.
Community Centered:Our people make Baltimore great, and those residents inform every decision.
Joy:Baltimore has so much to celebrate, and we proudly share its stories with each other and the world.
The Deputy Legislative Directorsupports the City Council President's legislative and policy agenda through research, policy analysis, bill drafting, legislative coordination,legislative oversight,and stakeholder engagement. The positionworks closelywith Council staff, City agencies, the Mayor’s Office of Government Relations, and community partners to advance legislative priorities,conduct legislative oversight,oversee special initiatives, and ensure efficient City Council operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conductslegislative research and policy analysis.
Draftsand advanceslegislative proposals.
Analyzesall legislation introduced in the City Council.
Monitorslegislationas itproceedsthrough the City Council
Prepareslegislative briefings and reports.
Coordinateswith Council staff, agencies, andexternalstakeholders.
Supportslegislativeand oversighthearings
Leadsspecial projectsandlegislative oversight initiatives.
Overseespreparation ofagendasand meeting materialsfor City Council meetings
Performsotherduties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Management, or a related field from an accredited college or university
AND
Experience:At leastsix(6) years of experience in legislative affairs, public policy, government relations, public administration,community organizing,strategic research,teaching,social work, or related fields, including at least two (2) years specificallyinlegislative affairs, public policy, government relations,orpublic administration
OR
Equivalency Notes:Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of
Public policy, legislative affairs, government relations, or public administration, gained through experience in a fast-paced role.
Legislative analysis, research methods, and oversight practices.
Baltimore City's government structure and the key issues facing the community.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, in writing and verbally, including drafting communications.
Ability toidentifyoperational issues, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions.
Ability toconduct legislative research and present recommendations specific to Baltimore City.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiencyin office productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite,Airtable).
Ability tomaintainconfidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees,and other internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends, as required by office events or special projects.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, with a positive and proactive attitude.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will berequiredto complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprintscreening, andmust be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-MONTH mandatory probation.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
This position isrequiredto complete a Financial Disclosurepursuant toSections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Baltimore is the largest city in the U.S. state of Maryland, and the 29th-most populous city in the country. It was established by the Constitution of Maryland and is not part of any county; thus, it is the largest independent city in the United States. Baltimore has more public monuments than any other city per capita in the country and is home to some of the earliest National Register historic districts in the nation, including Fell's Point (1969), Federal Hill (1970) and Mount Vernon Place (1971). More than 65,000 properties, or roughly one in three buildings in the city, are listed on the National Register, more than any other city in the nation.
