SENIOR ADVISOR TO THE FIRST DEPUTY COMMISSIONER

The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is comprised of 2,000 employees and with an annual operating budget of over one billion, it is one of the largest Organizations of its kind is committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City; along with collaborating with other Public Agencies and Not-for-Profit Partners. DHS works to prevent homelessness before it occurs, reduce street homelessness, and assist New Yorkers to transition from shelter into appropriate permanent housing. DHS is responsible for management of over 200 facilities, which mainly are individual and family shelters which are used as overnight residences for over 38,000 adults and children. DHS’s portfolio covers approximately 4M square feet.

The Senior Advisor for the First Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Homeless Services plays a critical role in supporting the leadership team of DHS in shaping and executing the Agency’s strategic vision to address homelessness across New York City. This senior-level position involves advising on policy and programmatic initiatives and fostering cross-departmental collaboration. The Senior Advisor reports directly to the DHS First Deputy Commissioner (FDC) and will work closely with the DHS Executive Office Staff as well as Deputy Commissioners and other senior leadership that report to the FDC. Additionally, this staff will engage with various stakeholders to implement innovative solutions that advance DHS’ mission to prevent homelessness, provide transitional housing and promote long-term housing stability for individuals and families.

The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is recruiting for one (1) Executive Assistant to the Commissioner M-III who will:

- Lead or support development of high-priority initiatives designed to improve the quality of services, efficiency, and outcomes within the agency as well as for providers and clients.

- Support efforts to track, analyze and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and outcomes related to the areas overseen by the FDC, ensuring that decisions are grounded in data and aligned with best practices of the Agency.

- Provide day-to-day strategic advice to the First Deputy Commissioner and other DHS senior leadership on internal and external matters impacting the department.

- Prepare briefings, reports, and presentations for the FDC for internal and external use with various partners including the Mayor’s Office, City Council as well as Advocacy Partners.

- Represent the FDC, as needed, at internal and external meetings, task forces and public forums – including serving as a key liaison for all matters requiring the FDC’s attention.

- Work closely with the DHS Administrator’s staff (Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff) to ensure that the FDC and the DHS Administrator are aligned in all matters connected to the Agency and the Mayoral Administration.

Hours/Schedule: Mon-Friday 9:00AM – 5PM Based on 24/7 coverage.

- Master’s degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in one or more of the following fields: Program Evaluation, Public/Business Administration, Public Relations, Labor Relations, Fiscal/Financial Administration, or a related field. A Minimum of (18) months of which must have been in an Administrative, Managerial, or Executive capacity or supervising professional personnel performing duties in one or more of the fields described immediately above.

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