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NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development is seeking an Administrator Director Of Social Services M-IV, functioning as an Assistant Commissioner. This role involves managing shelter operations, implementing case management strategies, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements to assist homeless individuals and families in transitioning to permanent housing.

Benefits

Eligible for federal and state loan forgiveness programs

Open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55-a Program

Qualifications

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in a large organization, including one year at a managerial level.
• Equivalent education and experience may substitute for specified experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control shelters for Single Adults, Adult Families, and Families with Children.
• Oversee daily shelter operations and develop referral sources for prevention services.
• Lead efforts to provide effective client services across shelters.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management

Project management

Experience with homeless population

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Job description

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NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development provided pay range

This range is provided by NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OR BE PERMANENT IN A COMPARABLE TITLE ELIGIBLE FOR 6.1.9 TITLE CHANGE OR BE REACHABLE WITH THE SCORE OF 100 ON THE OPEN COMPETITIVE ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES EXAM (# 1121).

Department Overview

The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is comprised of 2,000 employees and with an annual operating budget of over $1 billion is one of the largest organizations of its kind committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City. 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 manages over 200 facilities, mainly shelters for adults and families, serving over 38,000 individuals. The portfolio covers approximately 4 million square feet.

The Division of Shelter Intake oversees the day-to-day operations of the agency’s intake and assessment sites for Single Adults, Adult Families, and Families with Children, both directly operated and contracted. This division ensures access to shelter for the City’s most vulnerable populations, 24/7, 365 days a year.

Position Details

The Department of Homeless Services is recruiting for one (1) Administrator Director Of Social Services M-IV, functioning as an Assistant Commissioner, to:

• Manage and exercise control over shelters for Single Adults, Adult Families, and Families with Children, operating 24/7.
• Oversee daily shelter operations; develop referral sources for prevention services to promote independent living.
• Implement specialized case management strategies to help homeless individuals and families transition into permanent housing.
• Lead efforts to provide effective client services across shelters.
• Manage external relations with service providers, government agencies, oversight bodies, and community organizations.
• Advise senior staff on matters related to shelter operations and social services.
• Administer shelter and social services, ensuring compliance with legal and court requirements.
• Manage shelter contracting, including budgeting, financial, and legal aspects.
• Apply best practices in homeless services delivery to assess and improve organizational effectiveness.

Hours/Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8am-4pm (based on 24/7 coverage)

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree and four years of progressively responsible experience in a large organization, including one year at a managerial level, or
• Equivalent education and experience, with graduate education or licensing potentially substituting for experience as specified.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience managing conflict and multiple projects
• Experience working with the homeless population

Additional Information

This position is open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55-a Program. Indicate your interest at the top of your resume and cover letter.

Eligible employees may qualify for federal and state loan forgiveness programs. Residency in NYC is not required. The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.