Description
We’re looking for three Policy Aides to join Mayor-Elect Her’s team and help advance her vision for the City of Saint Paul. Policy Aides support an assigned Assistant Mayor by advancing initiatives and public policy priorities, coordinating with City departments, and assisting with research, analysis, and briefings. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the center of city government while receiving meaningful professional development and mentorship from senior leaders.
The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following: Effectively communicates across race, class, and culture & other aspects of difference. Excellent written, verbal, and electronic communication skills and ability to communicate complex information clearly to a range of audiences inside and outside of City Hall. Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments or projects on a variety of timelines, attentive to details, and responsive to deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and members of the public. Must have interest in and commitment to community-based issues and problem-solving.
Responsibilities
Here’s what you can expect to do:
Serves as Policy Aide to their assigned Assistant Mayor by participating in meetings where departmental strategies, policy positions, and operational decisions are developed; analyzes options, evaluates impacts, and contributes to informed decision-making aligned with the Mayor’s priorities. Conducts policy research and analysis by gathering, evaluating, and interpreting complex information related to assigned departmental portfolios; assesses fiscal, operational, legal, and community impacts of proposed policies, initiatives, and programs. Provides administrative and operational support to the assigned Assistant Mayor, including scheduling, correspondence management, tracking departmental initiatives and budgets, maintaining records, and responding to inquiries. Represents the Mayor’s Office in interdepartmental, community, and external meetings related to policy development, implementation, and issue resolution; solicits community partner feedback and ensures alignment with the Mayor’s goals and strategic vision. Develops and leads special projects under the direction of their assigned Assistant Mayor, managing timelines, coordinating across departments, and resolving complex issues as they arise. Staffs the Mayor at events by developing briefings, talking points, background materials for the Mayor and their assigned Assistant Mayor as needed. Communicates effectively with a wide range of audiences through clear, concise verbal and written communication; produces well-organized, accurate, and accessible documents. The position generally operates on a Monday–Friday schedule, with flexibility necessary to provide support on nights or weekends when required. Support and engage in constituent services functions as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Two (2) or more years of related professional experience
City of Saint Paul
Suite 200 City Hall Annex
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55101
US
