New York, New York, United States · On-site
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Skills: Project Management, Strategic Planning, Executive Support, Policy Analysis, Relationship Building
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$68k–$100k/yr
Job Description About DVS The mission of the Department of Veterans’ Services is to connect, mobilize, and empower New York City’s Veteran community in order to foster purpose-driven lives for New York City Service Membe…
Skills: Budget Management, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Fiscal Operations, Financial Oversight
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$94k–$209k/yr
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Skills: Senior Leadership, Program Design, Public Sector Procurement, Contract Management, Policy Coordination
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$78k–$104k/yr
Job Description THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO INTERNAL ACS APPLICANTS. *THE SELECTED CANDIDATE(S) WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $78,440 – $104,239* THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE PERMAMENT (NOT PROVI…
Skills: Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Outlook
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$130k–$147k/yr
Job Description THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $130,000- $146,988.00. THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE PERMANENT (NOT PROVISIONAL) IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE DIR…
Skills: Fiscal Management, Budgeting, Title IV-E Eligibility, Audit Coordination, Staff Supervision
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$45k–$74k/yr
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Skills: Case Management, Data Entry, Client Communication, Evidence Preparation, Regulatory Compliance
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$81k–$120k/yr
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Skills: Workforce Management, Recruitment, Employee Relations, Budgetary Oversight, Staffing Planning
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$73k–$80k/yr
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Skills: Project Management, Translation Management Systems, Localization, Transcreation, Interpretation Coordination
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$77k–$91k/yr
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Skills: Program Management, Financial Review, Revenue Collection, Staff Supervision, Policy Implementation
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$71k–$81k/yr
Job Description APPLICANT MUST BE PERMANENT IN ASSOCIATE BENEFITS OPPORTUNITY SPECIALIST CIVIL SERVICE TITLE The Human Resources Administration (HRA) is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing Ne…
Skills: Case Management, Staff Supervision, Performance Evaluation, Training, Goal Setting
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$63k–$72k/yr
Job Description Agency Description The New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is a vibrant, client-centered agency whose mission is to serve New York’s small businesses, jobseekers and commercial distr…
Skills: Regulatory Compliance, Customer Service, Case Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Research
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$70k–$105k/yr
Job Description THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $69,950 - $80,442.00 IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU HAVE FILED FOR, TAKEN, AND PASSED THE EXAM# 2066 OR Exam #5032 FOR THE ASSOCIATE CONTRACT SPECIALIST T…
Skills: PASSPort, Procurement, Budget Management, Financial Management System (FMS), Contract Management
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$70k–$105k/yr
Job Description THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $69,950 - $80,442.00 IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU HAVE FILED FOR, TAKEN, AND PASSED THE EXAM# 2066 OR Exam #5032 FOR THE ASSOCIATE CONTRACT SPECIALIST T…
Skills: PASSPort, Procurement, Budget Management, Financial Analysis, Contract Management
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$24/hr–$28/hr
Job Description 25 Hours/Part-time Within the Office of External Affairs is the Bureau of Customer Support Services Call Center. The DOHMH Call Center delivers enhanced customer service to the people of New York City by …
Skills: Customer Service, Telephone Etiquette, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Computer Literacy
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$140k–$160k/yr
Advocates For Children (AFC) is a dynamic social justice organization that strives to ensure a high-quality education for New York students who face barriers to academic success, focusing on students from low-income back…
Skills: Talent Development, Performance Management, Diversity Equity And Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Change Management
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$60k/yr
PURPOSE: The Jewish Board’s Adult Residential Division supports adults with serious and persistent mental illness to live in the community with as much independence as possible. Using a non-judgmental, harm-reducti…
Skills: Clinical Intervention, Client Assessment, Crisis De-escalation, Case Management, Person-Centered Planning
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$60k–$60k/yr
PURPOSE: The Jewish Board’s Adult Residential Division supports adults with serious and persistent mental illness to live in the community with as much independence as possible. Using a non-judgmental, harm-reducti…
Skills: Clinical Intervention, Client Assessment, Crisis De-escalation, Case Management, Person-Centered Planning
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$25/hr
PURPOSE: The Jewish Board’s Adult Residential Division supports adults with serious and persistent mental illness to live in the community with as much independence as possible. Using a non-judgmental, harm-reducti…
Skills: Office Management, Data Entry, Fiscal Support, Procurement, Client Services
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$21/hr
PURPOSE: The Jewish Board’s Community Behavioral Health treatment programs provide compassionate, high quality, evidence-based services to individuals and families in the communities we serve. Our staff use a cultu…
Skills: Clinical Direct Practice, Case Management, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Service Planning, Crisis Intervention
New York, New York, United States · On-site
Program: Franklin | 1122 Franklin Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456 What You'll Do As a Residential Aide at one of our shelters for single adults, you’ll be responsible for helping to ensure the safety of our clients, the se…
Skills: Intake and Orientation, Facility Security, Client Management, Crisis Intervention, DHS CARES System
New York, New York, United States • On-site
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The Deputy Chief of Staff provides strategic and operational support to the Commissioner and Chief of Staff to manage executive priorities and agency-wide initiatives. This includes coordinating leadership activities, preparing briefing materials, and serving as a liaison between the office, City Hall, and external partners.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of professional experience in government, public policy, or operations. A master's degree in public administration, business, or a related field is preferred.
The Agency You’ll Join:
The New York City Mayor’s Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public property. The administration is leading the fight in making the city more affordable, reducing inequality, improving public safety, ensuring delivery of efficient and effective services, and working to make New York City’s economy stronger. We value leadership, transparency, fairness, and efficiency as we actively seek diverse talents from various sectors to join our team. For current job opportunities, visit our careers page.
The Team You’ll Work With:
The NYC Office of Community Safety (OCS) advances a whole-of-government approach to violence prevention and public safety that addresses gun violence prevention, hate crime prevention, survivor services, domestic violence prevention, and innovations in crisis response services. The Office oversees the Office of Crime Victim Services, Office to Prevent Gun Violence, Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence, Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes and the Office of Community Mental Health.
The Problems You’ll Solve:
The Deputy Chief of Staff reports to the Chief of Staff and serves as a key strategic and operational partner to both the Chief of Staff and the Commissioner. Working closely with the Commissioner, the Deputy Chief of Staff helps manage the Commissioner's priorities, coordinate executive initiatives, and support the day-to-day operations of the Commissioner's Office. The Deputy Chief of Staff also supports the Chief of Staff in advancing agency-wide strategic priorities, coordinating leadership activities, and ensuring effective execution across the Office.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Executive Support to the Commissioner
- Support the Commissioner in managing executive priorities, strategic initiatives, and day-to-day responsibilities.
- Prepare briefing materials, meeting agendas, presentations, talking points, and other materials for internal and external engagements.
- Help manage the Commissioner's portfolio by tracking priorities, coordinating follow-up, and anticipating emerging issues.
- Conduct research, policy analysis, and issue briefs to support executive decision-making.
- Serve as a trusted thought partner to the Commissioner on special projects and priority initiatives.
Support to the Chief of Staff
- Support the Chief of Staff in coordinating agency-wide strategic initiatives and executive priorities.
- Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the Commissioner's Office.
- Coordinate special projects and other assignments on behalf of the Chief of Staff.
- Support implementation of agency-wide initiatives that require coordination across divisions.
Leadership Team Coordination
- Coordinate meetings of the Senior Leadership Team and track agency-wide priorities, decisions, and action items.
- Monitor progress on executive initiatives and help ensure timely implementation of commitments.
- Facilitate communication and coordination across divisions to advance Office priorities.
Organizational Development
- Support efforts to strengthen the Office's organizational systems, processes, and internal operations.
- Assist with agency-wide planning, organizational development, and implementation of new initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness and support continuous improvement efforts.
Cross-Agency Coordination and Executive Representation
- Coordinate with City Hall, other agencies, and external partners on initiatives involving the Commissioner's Office.
- Represent the Commissioner and the Office in internal and external meetings, as appropriate.
- Serve as a liaison between the Commissioner's Office, agency leadership, City Hall, and external partners to advance agency priorities.
- Support executive meetings and help ensure timely follow-up on cross-agency initiatives and commitments.
Additional Responsibilities
- Work closely with members of the Senior Leadership Team to advance Office priorities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
About You:
- You have strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- You have excellent judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills.
- You have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- You have strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.
- You can anticipate needs, think strategically, and execute effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- You can manage confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Additional Information:
- In addition to the resume, a cover letter is required to apply.
Special Assistant (MA)-MGRL - 0668A
- Master's degree in public administration, public policy, business administration, or a related field, preferred.
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- 5+ years of progressively responsible professional experience in government, public administration, public policy, strategy, project management, operations, or a related field.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), the largest public housing authority in North America, was created in 1934 to provide decent, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income New Yorkers. NYCHA is home to 1 in 16 New Yorkers, providing affordable housing to 511,384 authorized residents through public housing and Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) programs as well as Section 8 housing. NYCHA has 177,565 apartments in 2,410 buildings across 335 conventional public housing and PACT developments. In addition, NYCHA connects residents to critical programs and services from external and internal partners, with a focus on economic opportunity, youth, seniors, and social services. With a housing stock that spans all five boroughs, NYCHA is a city within a city.
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