Deputy Director of Legislation

Deputy Legislative Director

Salary Range: $73,897 - $118,515

Starting Pay: $73,897 - $96,206

Hours:

9am-5pm

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Mission Statement:

To ensure Baltimore City government offers a best-in-class resident experience that centers equity when engaging with residents and communities, allocating budget 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't settle 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 Director supports the City Council President's legislative and policy agenda through research, policy analysis, bill drafting, legislative coordination, legislative oversight, and stakeholder engagement. The position works closely with 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.

• Conducts legislative research and policy analysis.
• Drafts and advances legislative proposals.
• Analyzes all legislation introduced in the City Council.
• Monitors legislation as it proceeds through the City Council.
• Prepares legislative briefings and reports.
• Coordinates with Council staff, agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Supports legislative and oversight hearings.
• Leads special projects and legislative oversight initiatives.
• Oversees preparation of agendas and meeting materials for City Council meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

A bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Administration, Management, or a related field from an accredited college or university

AND

Experience:

At least six (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 specifically in legislative affairs, public policy, government relations, or public administration.

OR

Equivalency Notes:
Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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 to identify operational issues, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions.
• Ability to conduct 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.
• Proficiency in office productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Airtable).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to establish and 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.

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-MONTH mandatory probation.

Financial Disclosure

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