A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. 

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer:

  Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 

  Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 

  Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.

  Opportunities in Tech - Don’t wait for the future, shape it.

  Benefits - We care about your well being.

Agency Description

The Mayor’s Office of Legislative Affairs helps manage the Mayor’s legislative priorities and otherwise assist in the passage of legislation to enhance the operations, policies and procedures of the Administration. This Office serves as the main liaison to the legislative branch of City government, and maintains relationships with other City, State, and Federal elected and Administrative Officials.

The Assistant Director of Legislation reports to the Director of Legislation and the Deputy Chief of Staff for Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs. The Assistant Director works closely with the Mayor’s Office, departmental leadership and City Council members and staff in the legislative process to develop and address legislation in light of Mayoral priorities and City needs. The Assistant Director maintains a schedule of City Council hearings and activity and ensures proper representation of Administration witnesses at each hearing. In conjunction with the Director and the Deputy Chief of Staff, the Assistant Director helps write testimony for Administration witnesses and prepare the appointees to speak before Council.

Essential Functions

• Research and write legislation and amendments to legislation in conjunction with the Law Department.
• Provide knowledgeable, comprehensive support throughout legislative process to departmental leadership.
• Maintain a schedule of City Council hearings and meetings with necessary corresponding Administration responses.
• Meet regularly with City Council Technical and Legislative staff to ensure open communication and Administrative responsiveness to requests,
• Brief Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Legislation and any other applicable staff or superiors on legislation proposed or being drafted.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Law Degree or advanced degree in Public Policy or Government Administration preferred.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to relate comfortably and effectively with people of diverse levels of seniority and backgrounds.
• Ability to negotiate under varying circumstances, and in light of operational or policy objectives.
• Experience in legislative drafting preferred.
• Experience in witness preparation preferred.
• Ability to analyze legislation and its Administrative consequences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Salary Range: $70,000 - 80,000

Please attach a cover letter, resume and reference list in the additional attachments section. Applications without all documents will not be considered.

Did you know?

• We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
• Employees are eligible for a 25% tuition discount program (and sometimes spouses and dependents as well) in partnership with area colleges and universities
• We offer comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available 

Successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to [email protected]. For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx

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