Jay Baez

About Jay Baez

Solutions-focused, analytical Public Policy/Administration candidate Seasoned legislative strategist with extensive experience leading policy development, staff management, and government operations in the New York State Senate. Skilled in advancing complex legislative initiatives, building coalitions, and aligning district, budgetary, and policy goals with strategic political objectives. Known for strong leadership, sound judgment, and a deep commitment to equity, transparency, and effective public service. Committed to utilizing extensive knowledge base, passion for community support/outreach and Human Resource strengths within a challenging and achievement-focused position. Recognized among peers for keen ability to energize and inspire individuals to work toward achieving a higher goal; excel in providing support and assistance for diverse individuals in establishing and attaining organizational goals and objectives. Well-rounded background in supporting progressive organizations in optimizing performance, growth and efficiency. Astute communicator and facilitator adept at establishing rewarding relationships with clients, colleagues, community agencies and key decision makers.

Experience

1. Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director

   New York State Senate

   Jan 2024 — Present

   Oversee daily operations and budget management for the Senator’s offices; lead hiring, training, and performance evaluation of staff.Advise the Senator and Chief of Staff on political strategy, legislative priorities, and campaign planning.Direct Albany office operations and manage the policy team, cultivating relationships with unions, advocacy groups, city and state legislative offices, and lobbyists.Drive the Senator’s legislative agenda across multiple issue areas, including health, housing, criminal justice, immigration, and environmental policy.Develop and execute legislative strategies, draft policy and budget proposals, and coordinate external communications and messaging.Collaborate with community affairs staff on constituent casework and oversee the Senator’s state funding initiatives.

Education

• John Jay College (CUNY)

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminology

  2007 — 2012

• John Jay College (CUNY)

  Master's degree, Public Administration

  2012 — 2015

Skills

• Program Management
• Research
• Community Outreach
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Spss
• Policy
• Databases
• Qualitative Research
• Program Evaluation
• Leadership
• Fluent in Spanish
• Public Policy
• Spanish
• Microsoft Word
• Policy Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Administration
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel