Special Advisor to the First Deputy Commissioner

Special Advisor to the First Deputy Commissioner

*This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week pursuant to the Flexible Work Pilot Program. *

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities. DCWP licenses nearly 45,000 businesses in more than 40 industries and enforces key consumer protection and workplace laws that apply to countless more. By supporting businesses through equitable enforcement and access to resources, DCWP protects the marketplace from predatory practices and strives to create a culture of compliance. DCWP empowers consumers and working families by providing the tools and resources they need to achieve financial health and work-life balance. DCWP also conducts research and advocates for public policy that furthers its work to support New York City’s communities. For more information about DCWP and its work, call 311 or visit DCWP at NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), sign up for its newsletter, or follow on its social media sites, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

DCWP is seeking a highly organized, resourceful, and discreet Special Advisor to join the Executive team and support the agency's operational and strategic priorities. Reporting directly to the First Deputy Commissioner, the ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, project coordination, written communication, and interpersonal skills, along with sound judgment in handling confidential and time-sensitive matters.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Working closely with the First Deputy Commissioner, support agency operations and strategic planning, including coordination and alignment across DCWP divisions.
- Serve as a liaison on interagency operations and oversight matters with OMB, DCAS, the Comptroller, and other oversight agencies.
- Provide project management and tracking support for capital project oversight and facilities/space planning initiatives led by the First Deputy Commissioner.
- Support budget-related analysis, including review of PEG submissions and other budget documents, and assist in preparing related materials and recommendations.
- Draft memos, background documents, briefing materials, presentations, and reports that distill complex operational and policy issues for internal and external audiences.
- At the First Deputy Commissioner's direction, coordinate ad hoc project teams working on cross-divisional initiatives and new agency priorities.
- Track deliverables, deadlines, and follow-up items arising from meetings and interagency initiatives to ensure timely completion.
- Manage the First Deputy Commissioner's calendar, correspondence, and scheduling to ensure alignment with Agency operational and strategic priorities.
- Provide administrative support, including preparing meeting materials, maintaining organized tracking and filing systems, and processing expense reimbursements, work orders, and IT requests.
- Support other agency operations functions and special projects as assigned.

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Additional Information

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.