Deputy Chief of Staff

City of New York - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Office of the Bronx Borough President is dedicated to advocating for the borough and its residents, ensuring their interests are represented within local and state government. The Deputy Chief of Staff (D-COS) will play a pivotal role in executing the Borough President's vision by managing office operations and driving key policy and community engagement initiatives. This position requires overseeing daily operations, including staff management, budget planning, and resource allocation. The D-COS will work closely with the policy unit and advisors to develop and advocate for policies that benefit the community. Additionally, the D-COS will represent the Borough President in various meetings, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across multiple units and stakeholders. The D-COS will be responsible for fostering relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and residents to address concerns and gather feedback. This role is crucial during times of crisis, acting as a key point of contact to coordinate responses and maintain effective communication. The D-COS will also collaborate with the communications team to manage media relations and outreach efforts, ensuring the office remains engaged with the community. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to public service are essential for this role, as the D-COS will manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high ethical standards and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead special projects and initiatives to meet office priorities and community needs.
• Work closely with top-tier executives to prioritize strategic actions, monitor progress, and transform ideas into actionable plans.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across 20 different units.
• Meet regularly with unit directors to gather updates and report back to the Chief of Staff.
• Collaborate with the policy team and executive members to develop and advocate for policies that benefit the borough.
• Represent the Borough President in meetings with government officials, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with external stakeholders, including city agencies, departments, organizations, private sector partners, community groups, and residents to address concerns and gather feedback.
• Organize and attend community events, forums, and town halls to maintain an active presence in the borough.
• Act as a key point of contact during emergencies, coordinating responses and ensuring effective communication.
• Develop and implement strategies to address emergencies, manage risks, and guide the office through unforeseen issues.
• Work closely with the communications team to manage media relations, public statements, and outreach efforts.
• Assist in preparing speeches, reports, and public documents to ensure clear and consistent messaging from the Borough President's office.
• Attend and coordinate meetings on behalf of the Borough President, keeping them focused and effective.
• Provide decision-makers with indispensable knowledge and steer strategic initiatives from inception to completion.
• Identify and address core issues within agency processes, evaluate risk factors for critical decisions, and make actionable recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure the Borough President's office remains well-connected and responsive to the broader community and governmental environment.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the overall operations and objective of the office.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time experience in journalism or communications with a mandatory 18 months in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or in the supervision of professionals involved in journalism or communications.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to the above, with all candidates required to have 18 months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive capacity.