Deputy Chief of Staff to the Borough Commissioner

City of New York - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The position involves managing the day-to-day operations of the Queens Borough Commissioner's Office, serving as a liaison to various governmental agencies, and overseeing capital projects. The role requires independent initiative and judgment, as well as the ability to coordinate and synthesize policy ideas across the agency. The individual will also prepare reports and presentations for the Commissioner and represent the Commissioner at various meetings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Queens Borough Commissioner's Office.
• Serve as liaison to City Hall and other agencies, overseeing projects on behalf of the Commissioner.
• Work with all divisions within the Agency to solicit and synthesize policy ideas.
• Coordinate and manage the borough's capital projects, including needs assessments and long-range planning.
• Conduct research and prepare correspondence, presentations, reports, and briefing documents for the Commissioner.
• Accompany the Commissioner to internal and external meetings.
• Represent the Chief of Staff as needed.
• Develop borough capital needs list and organize scope and site meetings for community groups and officials.
• Assist in planning and executing press events such as ribbon-cuttings and groundbreakings.
• Coordinate special projects as directed by the Borough Commissioner and Chief of Staff.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community-centered activities; or
• Equivalent education and/or experience to the above, with at least one year of experience in community work.

Benefits

• Inclusive work environment free from discrimination and harassment.