Senior Advisor to the Executive Deputy Commissioner

DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City’s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies, what we do ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of city government and is instrumental to the successful day-to-day operations of the City of New York.

Our Commitment To Equity, Effectiveness, And Sustainability Guides Our Work Providing City Agencies With The Critical Resources And Support Needed To Succeed, Including:

• Recruiting, hiring, and training City employees.
• Managing 55 public buildings.
• Acquiring, selling, and leasing City property.
• Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies.
• Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
• Leading the City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.

When you work at DCAS, you’re not just working for one agency, but in service of them all. It’s an opportunity to provide impactful support, quality customer service, and help protect the future of New York City for generations to come.

The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) seeks a highly skilled and strategic professional to serve as Senior Advisor to the Executive Deputy Commissioner (EDC) of Real Estate Services, Facilities Management and Construction. The Senior Advisor will support the Executive Deputy Commissioner by providing high-level policy, operational, and strategic guidance across a broad portfolio. Working closely with the Chief of Staff and executive leadership, the Senior Advisor will play a key role in advancing agency priorities, shaping policy initiatives, and ensuring alignment across divisions.

This position requires a strong analytical mindset, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex organizational and governmental landscapes. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful problem-solver with exceptional communication skills, capable of synthesizing complex information into actionable insights and recommendations. The Senior Advisor must be adept at managing competing priorities, building relationships with stakeholders, and driving projects from concept through execution.

The Senior Advisor will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Serving as a senior strategic advisor to the Executive Deputy Commissioner on policy, operational, and organizational matters.
• Conducting research, analysis, and policy development to support executive decision-making.
• Drafting and reviewing briefing materials, policy memos, reports, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Supporting the development and implementation of strategic initiatives across the EDC’s portfolio.
• Monitoring progress on key agency priorities and providing recommendations to improve performance and outcomes.
• Collaborating with agency leadership and program areas to ensure alignment with DCAS goals and mayoral priorities.
• Assisting in preparing the Executive Deputy Commissioner for meetings, hearings, and public engagements.
• Representing the Executive Deputy Commissioner at meetings, as needed.
• Identifying emerging issues, risks, and opportunities, and recommending proactive solutions.
• Supporting interagency coordination and external stakeholder engagement efforts.
• Providing project management support for cross-functional initiatives.
• Performing other related duties and special projects as assigned.

To Apply Please go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID #. 775743. For current City employees please go to www.nyc.gov/ess and log into Employee Self Service. NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

Minimum Qualifications: No minimum qualifications required.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in public administration, policy, or government operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As 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 Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 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.

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.