Legislative Assistant

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Agency Description

Councilmember Dr. Nina Ahmad represents the City of Philadelphia as an at-large council member. Her term began in January of 2024 - since then, Councilmember Ahmad and her team have worked to address major issues in Philadelphia such as maternal health care, human trafficking and threats facing the environmental and economic wellbeing of Philadelphians.

 

Councilmember Ahmad’s office currently has an opening for the Legislative Assistant position. The Legislative Assistant provides direct support to the Legislative Director.

 

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

 

• Collaborate closely with the legislative team to advance the Councilmember's priorities.
• Monitor legislative developments in City Council and provide co-sponsorship

and vote recommendations to the Legislative Director as necessary.

• Attend City Council meetings, committee hearings, and community events to

provide support as needed.

• Staffing the Councilmember at various events and attending meetings on behalf of the Councilmember.
• Maintain an understanding of the Philadelphia Code; identify opportunities for

legislative intervention.

• Collaborate with other city departments, agencies, and external partners to

facilitate the drafting of legislation and the implementation of policies and

programs.

• Assist with negotiations with stakeholders and departments, when needed, to reach

the passage of legislation while prioritizing the Councilmember's vision.

• Form connections with Council offices, administrative departments, unions,

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

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