Director of Special Projects - New York, United States - NYC Office Of The Mayor

NYC Office Of The Mayor

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New York, United States

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Description

Senior Advisor to the Mayor

Position

Director of Special Projects

Job Number: 42752

The Agency You'll Join
The NYC Mayor's Office administers all city services, public property, most public agencies, and

enforces all city, state, and federal laws within New York City. New York City's Mayor, Eric Adams is

head of the executive branch of New York City's government. Mayor Adams has served the people of

New York City as an NYPD officer, State Senator, and Brooklyn Borough President. The Adams'

Administration is leading the fight to make New York City's economy stronger, reduce inequality,

improve public safety, and build a stronger, healthier city that delivers for all New Yorkers. As an

agency, we value fairness, helpfulness, transparency, leadership and build our teams around these

values. For current job opportunities visit our careers page.

The Team You'll Work With
The Senior Advisor to the Mayor was positioned in New York City to promote the well-being of New

York City's communities to the Mayor. To achieve this, the Senior Advisor serves as a bridge between

city government and various communities; advises and assists the mayor in developing and

implementing policies and programs designed to assist communities and civilians; he supports and

enhances the ability of city agencies to assist communities city-wide.

The Problems You'll Solve
The Senior Advisor to the Mayor is looking for a Director of Special Projects. Under the direction of the

Senior Advisor, the Director of Special Projects will be responsible for supporting and leading the

Senior Advisor in initiatives that impact New Yorkers. Initiative Management - In coordination with

appropriate City agencies and team members, oversee and monitoring capital projects, transactions,

operations, and policy initiatives to ensure that goals and timelines are met.

Job duties will include but are not limited to:

Assisting in managing and directing administrative and/or operational activities for the Director

of Special Projects.

Supporting the short

- and long-term tasks of the Senior Advisor, including but not limited to

community events, interagency cases, and other programs.

Coordinating and attending community organization site visits for the Senior Advisor.
Leading on and supporting administrative tasks for the Senior Advisor and other teams as

assigned.

Overseeing the implementation of various management controls to increase the efficiency and

effectiveness of administrative activities across teams.

Manage projects in various areas by planning, implementing, establishing KPIs, and following

up.

Providing additional support as necessary.

About You

Minimum 2 years professional experience in increasingly responsible administrative positions in

academia, business, government, communications, or related area.

Familiarity with higher education and with current domestic and international relations policy

issues is highly desirable.

Experience in project management.
Government experience and/or familiarity with local government.
Bilingual is a plus.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule to accommodate special events and travel

requirements.

Salary
The City of New York Office of the Mayor's compensation package includes a market competitive

salary, equity for all full-time roles and exceptional benefits. Our cash compensation range for this role

is
$120,000 to $130,000.

factors.

Equal Opportunity | Diversity Equity & Inclusion Statement
The Office of the Mayor is an 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.

The Adams Administration values diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences that is reflective of

the city it serves. Applicants of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged and welcome to apply.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable

this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by EEO at

**New York City Residency Is Required Within 90 Days of Appointment