Location: New York,NY, USA
The New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is the largest organization in the United States focused on preventing and addressing homelessness. In collaboration with other City Agencies and nonprofit partners, DHS works to prevent homelessness before it occurs, reduce street homelessness, provide temporary shelter, and connect individuals and families to stable housing - all with a commitment to accountability, empathy and equity. DHS is dedicated to continuously raising the bar and leveraging innovative strategies to deliver high-quality services that help people quickly transition from shelter to self-sufficiency. DHS is comprised of 2,000 employees and has an annual operating budget of over $3 billion dollars. The Agency is responsible for the management of more than 400 facilities for almost 88,000 individuals (single adults, adult families, and families with children).
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 one (1) Senior Advisor for the First Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Homeless Services 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.
* Lead 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.
Minimum Qualifications
* 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.
Preferred Skills
* Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues in clear and accessible terms for diverse audiences. - Proven ability to work effectively with senior government officials, elected representatives, community leaders, and service providers. - Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive political, organizational, and social dynamics. - High level of discretion, professionalism, and judgment in managing confidential information.
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
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.
Additional Information
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.