Policy Aide

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.

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.

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.

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits (Download PDF reader), including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

Two (2) or more years of related professional experience

How to Apply

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload or submit the following required documents via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
   • A resume
   • A letter of interest 
     • When submitting your letter of interest, include “Policy Aide” in the subject line and identify your area(s) of interest from the following options.
       • People and Neighborhood Vitality
       • Safety and Justice
       • Housing, Economic Vibrancy, and Infrastructure

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Learn more about our Hiring Process

Unclassified Posting: This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules.

Final Selection Process: The selection process will include a review and evaluation of your qualifications. We will notify candidates who are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview. The selection process will include a review and evaluation of your qualifications. 

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying with education.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Chrissy Hauge at 651-266-6512
Email: christine.hauge@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

**Working Title: Policy Aide
**Official Title: Assistant to the Mayor I

Employer

City of Saint Paul

Address

25 West Fourth Street, Suite 200 City Hall Annex
Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102

Phone

651-266-6500

Website

http://www.stpaul.gov/jobs