Chief of Staff to the Deputy Commissioner for the Department of Sustainable Delivery

Chief of Staff – Sustainable Delivery DivisionThe Department of Sustainable Delivery (DSD) is a new division within the NYC Department of Transportation, launched in 2025 to respond to the rapid growth of app‑based delivery and the widespread use of electric micromobility devices on city streets. DSD employs a multifaceted approach combining data analytics, policy, enforcement, education, and industry oversight to reduce crashes and conflicts on city streets and support the City’s broader transportation and climate goals.OverviewDOT is seeking a strategic and solutions‑oriented Chief of Staff to serve as a key advisor to the Deputy Commissioner and support the operational and strategic development of the division during its critical early phase and ongoing expansion.ResponsibilitiesSupport the Deputy Commissioner in managing day‑to‑day operations of the division, including priority‑setting, follow‑ups, and internal coordination.Provide oversight and coordination of administrative support staff.Help manage and coordinate interagency relationships and external stakeholder engagements.Draft internal memos, briefing materials, and presentations to support strategic decision‑making and high‑level communications.Oversee meeting preparation and follow‑up for the Deputy Commissioner, including agenda development, logistics, and action tracking.Support the buildout of new division functions, including staffing, organizational operating procedures, and cross‑team collaboration.Support hiring managers in new staff recruitment, selection, processing, and onboarding, along with staff advancement.Minimum QualificationsMaster’s degree from an accredited college in a relevant field and two years of satisfactory full‑time professional experience in budgeting, management analysis, personnel administration, or a related area, with 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience.Or baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in the above areas, with 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience.Preferred SkillsKnowledge of NYC government and transportation issues; experience in a Chief of Staff, program manager, or senior advisory role.Excellent leadership, organizational, and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft high‑quality briefing materials.Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Calendar) and Adobe products (PDF).Ability to engage stakeholders, coordinate interagency initiatives, and create structure and processes from the ground up.Public Service Loan ForgivenessAs a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf.Residency RequirementNew York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for two continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.Additional InformationThe 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr