JOB SUMMARY
The Legislative Assistant will join a diverse and talented team to help Councilmember Ahmad achieve her goals of helping the City of Philadelphia to become a more equitable, transparent, data-driven government that is responsive to the needs of the people by working with team members, community members, City Council, the City administration, and other stakeholders to improve the lives of residents throughout the City of Philadelphia.
This position requires a driven and self-motivated individual who exercises discretion and independent judgment while handling confidential and sensitive matters in support of the Councilmember. It requires a general working knowledge of City Council’s legislative process and the Councilmember’s goals and priorities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff within the office, as well as with the Council, City Administration and constituent groups. The candidate should have the ability to pivot when necessary, and enjoys researching and analyzing data. This is not a typical 9-5 job and may require longer nights and weekends.
RESPONSIBILITIES
and vote recommendations to the Legislative Director as necessary.
provide support as needed.
legislative intervention.
facilitate the drafting of legislation and the implementation of policies and
programs.
the passage of legislation while prioritizing the Councilmember's vision.
and other entities relating to our policy interests.
Bachelor's degree required. A minimum of two years of working experience preferred.
TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a writing sample and resume.
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*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire
Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.
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 faqpchr@phila.gov.
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