Senior Policy Aide: Housing, Land Use and Internal Services

The Office of Mayor Jacob Frey is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Senior Policy Aide, Housing, Land Use and Internal Services. This position provides advice and recommendations on policy and strategy related to housing finance and internal services departments within the City enterprise (Assessing, Finance and Property Services, Human Resources, Information Technology, Performance Management and Innovation) to Mayor Frey. The incumbent in the position will also assist with policy issues related to the Neighborhood and Community Relations Department.

The Housing and Internal Services policy aide works with the Mayor, policy team, communications team, and administrative team to advance the Mayor's goals and strategies. This position works as a liaison between the Mayor's Office and multiple stakeholders including residents, community and advocacy groups, city staff, businesses, and elected officials to communicate priorities and initiatives related to housing (with a particular focus on housing finance) and internal services provided by the City of Minneapolis.

This position in the Mayor's Office is politically appointed.

• Analyze and direct work related to policies and programs to enhance the near-term and long-term housing, housing finance and land use needs within the City of Minneapolis.

• Provide advice and recommendations to the Mayor and policy team on policy and strategy in areas related to the portfolio.

• Foster and maintain relationships with the scientific, policy, and advocacy community and foundation partners.

• Serve as the Mayor's primary liaison to the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Minneapolis Public Housing Authority, Stable Homes Stable Schools Collaborative and other related boards and commissions.

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with City Council members, their staff and city departments.

• Provide the Mayor and other staff with written and oral policy briefings necessary for meetings and decision-making.

• Work with the Mayor's scheduler to respond promptly to meeting requests and make proactive recommendations for the Mayor's schedule.

• Represent the Mayor at community events, meetings (both in person and virtual), and on phone calls; provide prompt and appropriate follow up.

• Work with the Communications Director to ensure the Mayor's office has clear and consistent communications and is responsive to external deadlines from press requests.

• Work with the Director of Policy and Government Affairs to recommend housing, land use and internal services related budget proposals and requests.

• Act as an advisor during critical incidents to help guide the Mayor in decision making.

• Staff the Mayor at meetings, events and provide prompt and appropriate follow up.

• Other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor and/or Master's degree from an accredited college and five years of full-time satisfactory professional experience that includes related job duties and responsibilities.

• Demonstrated analytical skills and experience in the areas of housing, land use and city administration.

• Ability to use scientific research and data analysis to craft effective public policies.

• Ability to gather and synthesize large amounts of data, conversations, and literature review and to focus quickly on the essence of an issue.

• Experience engaging with legislative bodies on their processes and priorities.

• Sophisticated understanding of community stakeholders and community issues related to housing finance and land use.

• Strong capacity to build coalitions within city government and the community.

• Reliable and self-motivated.

• Proven organizational skills with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently, handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Professional and tactful interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of and the ability to use modern office computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, and other software programs; advanced experience with Microsoft Outlook and Office Suite a plus.

A resume is the only required attachment to be considered for this position. Candidates of interest may be contacted to provide a cover letter.

Background Check:

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

This position is politically appointed for more information visit: CPA

• Experience working at the municipal, county, state or federal level.

• Experience working with elected officials or similar executive leaders.

• Experience with and knowledge of housing finance.

• As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated, and innovative employees.

• Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses, and visitors of Minneapolis.

• The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.