Associate Director of Advance

Job Description

Associate Director of Advance

NYS Executive Chamber

Salary : $100,000-$110,000

Location : New York, NY

Job Description :

Serving in the Executive Chamber of the Office of Governor Kathy Hochul, the Associate Director of Advance is a hands-on leader responsible for managing the on-the-ground execution of the Governor’s public engagements. This role requires expertise in operational oversight, real-time problem solving, and staff management to ensure flawless event production and execution. In this position, you will be working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners and ensuring that each event is aligned with the Governor’s strategic objectives, enhances public perception, and runs smoothly from start to finish.

Strategic Event Management :

• Track and manage vendor orders, ensuring all logistical needs for Governor events are met on time and within budget.
• Represent the Advance team in high-level event planning calls, coordinating with internal departments for seamless event execution.
• Conduct pre-event walkthroughs, ensuring all logistics, messaging, and production align with the Governor's strategic objectives.
• Lead the project management of the Governor’s participation at external events, ensuring communications, speechwriting, and policy teams have the necessary information and timelines for deliverables are met.
• Provide strategic input to event planning, aligning public appearances with broader policy and communication goals.

On-the-Ground Event Execution and Staff Management :

Real-Time Event Management :

External Relations and Host Management :

Press and Media Logistics :

Minimum Qualifications :