Executive Strategy & Operations Advisor (Remote 2 Days/Week)

New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) seeks a highly organized Special Advisor to join the executive team, supporting operational and strategic priorities. You will work directly with the First Deputy Commissioner, coordinating across divisions and liaising with OMB, DCAS, and the Comptroller.

Responsibilities include project management, budget analysis, and drafting materials for internal and external audiences, while maintaining confidentiality and discretion in

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative or executive support in government, nonprofit, or fast-paced professional settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn agency scheduling and records systems.
• Great interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with staff at all levels and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the First Deputy Commissioner to support agency operations and strategic planning across DCWP divisions.
• Serve as a liaison on interagency operations and oversight matters with OMB, DCAS, the Comptroller, and other agencies.
• Provide project management and tracking support for capital project oversight and facilities planning led by the First Deputy Commissioner.
• Assist in budget-related analysis and in preparing related materials and recommendations.
• Draft memos, briefing materials, and reports that distill complex issues for internal and external audiences.
• Coordinate ad hoc project teams on cross-divisional initiatives and new agency priorities.
• Track deliverables, deadlines, and follow-up items from meetings and interagency initiatives.
• Manage the First Deputy Commissioner's calendar and correspondence to ensure alignment with priorities.
• Provide administrative support including meeting materials, filing systems, reimbursements, and IT requests.

Skills

Administrative support

Executive coordination

Communication

Organization

Discretion

Stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) seeks a highly organized Special Advisor to join the executive team, supporting operational and strategic priorities. You will work directly with the First Deputy Commissioner, coordinating across divisions and liaising with OMB, DCAS, and the Comptroller.

Responsibilities include project management, budget analysis, and drafting materials for internal and external audiences, while maintaining confidentiality and discretion in