Assistant Commissioner, Property Exemption Programs

NYC Department of Finance; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 194,213 - 237,372; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Finance is seeking an Assistant Commissioner to lead Property Exemption Administration. You will guide exemption programs, ensure lawful and fair administration, and steward strategic priorities for efficiency and customer service in a large urban setting.

The role requires senior leadership, collaboration with legal and external agencies, and a focus on modernization of processes and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, finance, or public administration with 2 years of senior-level experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of professional experience including executive capacity.
• Extensive knowledge of governmental or financial operations and property tax administration.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of the City’s real property exemption programs.
• Establish strategic priorities, goals, and performance standards for service delivery.
• Lead and develop staff responsible for exemption processing and customer service.
• Provide guidance on complex exemption matters including statutory interpretation.
• Ensure consistent policies across exemption activities.
• Collaborate with leadership, legal counsel, and external agencies on initiatives.
• Develop process and technology enhancements to improve efficiency.
• Prepare executive-level reports and briefings for senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Decision making

Public sector experience

Education

Master’s degree in economics, finance, public administration

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, finance, business, accounting, real estate

Job description

NYC Department of Finance is seeking an Assistant Commissioner to lead Property Exemption Administration. You will guide exemption programs, ensure lawful and fair administration, and steward strategic priorities for efficiency and customer service in a large urban setting.

The role requires senior leadership, collaboration with legal and external agencies, and a focus on modernization of processes and data-driven decision making.