First Deputy Commissioner

4 days ago


New York, New York, United States City of New York Full time
Job Summary

The City of New York is seeking a highly experienced and skilled professional to serve as the First Deputy Commissioner for the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). This key leadership position will be responsible for overseeing the critical components of DHS operations, including capacity planning, program development, facilities management, and personnel administration.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide executive leadership and direction for DHS operations, shelter security management, rehousing support and operations, DHS budget and financial services, capacity and program development, and the office of program development.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of DHS and provide consultation to programmatic divisions.
  • Ensure that divisions and program areas follow federal, state, and city mandates, rules, regulations, and court rulings affecting the provision of services.
  • Plan, develop, and formulate policies and procedures governing DHS programs and processes.
  • Assume executive responsibility for agency functions, programs, projects, and initiatives in the absence of the DHS administrator.
  • Serve as primary liaison for agency oversight partners, advocate, and represent the agency in external meetings.
  • Routinely represent the DSS commissioner and DHS administrator in public hearings, at community meetings and events, and in meetings with advocates, elected officials, and community leaders.
Requirements
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and five years of progressively responsible experience, including two years at the administrative or managerial level in a large governmental agency, business firm, civic or community organization operating in the area of social services.
  • Education and/or experience equivalent to the above, with a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and one year of experience at the administrative or management level.
About the City of New York

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.



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