NYC Transportation Policy & Equity Leader

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York’s Taxi & Limousine Commission seeks a Deputy Commissioner to lead policy development and strategic initiatives in a high-impact public service role. You will oversee policy, data analytics, and driver outreach, ensuring accountability and equitable outcomes for New Yorkers who rely on for-hire transportation.

As TLC’s top policy adviser, you will coordinate with multiple city agencies, supervise cross-functional teams, and translate complex datasets into actionable policy

Qualifications

• A master's degree as described and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in budget or economic research; 18 months in executive/managerial capacity are required.
• A bachelor's degree with four years of professional experience in budget, economic or financial administration, or related areas, including 18 months in executive/ supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as TLC’s policy leader, setting strategic direction for labor, tech, and transit policy challenges.
• Lead integration of economic justice into TLC policy and programs, including workforce access and protections.
• Supervise policy, data, and outreach teams with strong alignment and performance.
• Direct intra-agency workstreams with legal, operations, enforcement, and financing teams to implement policy.
• Conduct major policy studies and strategic reports driven by data insights.
• Coordinate with Communications to highlight policy work and TLC’s vision.
• Lead coordination with City agencies to align policy and program efforts impacting TLC drivers.
• Serve as the Commissioner’s top policy advisor, supporting policy development and strategic vision.
• Oversee publication of public reports and support media engagements.
• Integrate policy, data, and driver outreach into the agency’s strategic plan to reflect drivers’ voices.

Skills

Policy development

Public affairs

Team leadership

Communication

Political acumen

Data analysis

Multilingual capability

Education

Master's degree in economics, finance, or related field

Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience

Job description

The City of New York’s Taxi & Limousine Commission seeks a Deputy Commissioner to lead policy development and strategic initiatives in a high-impact public service role. You will oversee policy, data analytics, and driver outreach, ensuring accountability and equitable outcomes for New Yorkers who rely on for-hire transportation.

As TLC’s top policy adviser, you will coordinate with multiple city agencies, supervise cross-functional teams, and translate complex datasets into actionable policy