Deputy Director (Deputy Director of External Affairs) -...

NY HELP No Agency Cannabis Management, Office of Title Deputy Director (Deputy Director of External Affairs) - VID 203000 Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $127507 to $160911 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage 40% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County New York Street Address 59 Maiden Lane City New York State NY Zip Code 10038 Duties Description Under the direction of the Chief of Staff, the Deputy Director of External Affairs is responsible for directing and overseeing the coordination of all significant communications between the Office of Cannabis Management and New Yorku2019s government and government officials. This oversight includes management responsibility of staff who manage relationships with national, state, and local elected officials; tracking and reviewing legislation; and engaging meaningfully with community stakeholders. The Deputy Director of External Affairs is also responsible for the development and implementation of the Officeu2019s community and public engagement strategies. Duties include, but are not limited to: u2022 Undertake special and confidential assignments including analyzing, evaluating, and recommending appropriate action on various reports and issues. u2022 Research inquiries and concerns and prepare confidential reports and memoranda on matters requiring sensitive handling. u2022 Plan, organize, and coordinate the activities and various organizational components of the Office of Cannabis Management. u2022 Act as an advisor and assistant to ad hoc task forces and special committees for the completion of various assignments. u2022 Facilitate improved communication, coordination, and collaboration between public and private agencies. u2022 Identify gaps in service and establish effective policies and programs to address the problems. u2022 Make recommendations for program modifications. u2022 Provide technical assistance in program development and grant writing for member agencies of the Office of Cannabis Management. u2022 Review, analyze, and evaluate proposed or pending legislation for its impact on the Office of Cannabis Management. u2022 Confer with officials of various local, state, and federal agencies concerning legislation and prepare written legislative analyses for executive staff. u2022 Establish and maintain effective working relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and the public; represent the Office of Cannabis Management at related meetings and functions. u2022 Prepare various narrative and statistical reports, newsletters, and educational materials, provide information and make presentations to the community. u2022 Supervise professional and clerical support staff. Interview, make hiring recommendations, train staff, assign work, evaluate performance, and recommend disciplinary action.u2022 Perform other duties and special projects as required. Minimum Qualifications A bacheloru2019s degree and eight years of relevant experience. Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or an associateu2019s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bacheloru2019s degree; J.D. or masteru2019s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK. Additional Comments Note:u2022 Travel may be required (approximately 40%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment. u2022 Possession and maintenance of a valid Driveru2019s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job. The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants for all communities to apply. For a full version of OCMu2019s EEO/AA statement and benefits of joining OCM, please visit: About Office of Cannabis Management (ny.gov). NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agencyu2019s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.Downstate: Location Pay of $4,000. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Human Resources/JHG Telephone (518) 473-5282 Fax (518) 486-1631 Email Address Address Street NYS Office of General Services 31st Floor, Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza City Albany State NY Zip Code 12242 Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter to detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.

Created: 2025-11-21