Government Relations Coordinator

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is a multi-disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities. With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters. 

BAM is seeking a Government Relations Coordinator! The ideal candidate will implement tactics to support government funding strategies, including proposal development, funding reports, application submissions, and other related activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and filing government grant proposals and reports to secure government funding and partnership
• Handle all administrative duties for the department, including writing meeting minutes, delivering materials to elected officials and commissioners, and arranging tickets for performances, among other essential duties
• Attend meetings with key government officials and their representatives to facilitate an understanding of BAM programs and audiences.
• Invite key community stakeholders, elected officials, and government staffers to performances, cinema screenings, educational programs, and receptions to cultivate awareness and interest in BAM’s mission
• Attend and represent BAM at community and government events, like community board meetings, rallies, hearings, and other events
• Assists with advocacy efforts for routine government and community support for BAM initiatives and ventures as well as city-wide arts and culture funding
• Update and manage government contact details, plans, and gifts in Tessitura
• Compile education and community program data
• Develop documents with focused research and data relevant to government and community leaders
• Process government funding through various city, state and federal portals and record this data in Tessitura
• Develop internal and external documents that detail BAM programs and services, like newsletters, cultural district maps, budget hearing testimony, and other materials
• Assist with the management and coordination of advancement projects as needed
• Staff BAM’s patron table on select evenings and support select special events like the annual MLK Breakfast and fundraising events
• Occasional evening and weekend work is required

• 1-2 years of administrative experience working in an office environment
• Strong interest in government and civic issues
• Excellent verbal, written and communications skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience with Tessitura or database applications
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Knowledge of government, local community issues, and organizations
• Ability to work independently as well as be a team player

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong initiative
• Ability to multi-task
• Highly organized with attention to detail

Compensation: The salary for this position is $60,000. This role is represented by Local 2110 and will be paid in accordance with the BAM/UAW Local 2110 Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is full-time, non-exempt, and eligible for benefits. BAM provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan opportunities including both 401(k) and pension plans, as well as BAM-related benefits including access to BAM's fantastic programming.  

Working conditions: Category 2: Administrative Work with Mobility

• The employee is required to sit most of the time yet must move about on foot to accomplish some tasks, including frequently moving from one location to another. 
• Environment: The employee is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.
• Location: On-site at BAM 3+ days a week, with occasional hybrid days consistent with the workload and the department’s needs.

Application Instructions: To be considered, please submit both your resume and a cover letter through BAM's website explaining why you are a great for this role - no phone calls, emails or walk-ins, please. 

Internal Applicants must apply through BAM's website.

Employees must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for an interview: 

Completed at least 1 year of continuous, active service in current position. (Positions excluded include, but are not limited to, temporary assignments, and probationary employees):

• Meet the experience and skills requirements as outlined in the job post; 
• Be employed in the current position for at least one year: 
• Performed in a satisfactory manner without any corrective actions in the last 12 months 

Brooklyn Academy of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BAM recognizes that historic institutional practices lead to a non-inclusive environment and is working to address diversity and inclusion in all forms. Individuals in BAM are experiencing their own pace during this process, which is not uncommon when addressing power and privilege. The Advancement division supports and continues to take part in this process.