Policy & External Affairs Deputy Commissioner

NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission; New York (NY); On-site; USD 195,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The Deputy Commissioner for Policy and External Affairs at NYC TLC will shape a new chapter focused on three priorities: driver and passenger dignity, corporate accountability, and a transportation system that works together. You will lead policy development, coordinate with city agencies, and supervise policy, data, and outreach teams to turn data insights into tangible programs.

This role demands a master’s degree and at least four to eight years in policy, public affairs, or government, with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration or a closely related field.
• Two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in budget, economics, or management analysis, with 18 months in supervisory capacity.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree and four years of professional experience with 18 months in an executive/ supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for labor, tech, and transit policy challenges.
• Lead integration of economic justice into TLC’s policy and program work.
• Supervise policy, data, and outreach teams for alignment and performance.
• Direct intra-agency work streams with legal, operations, enforcement, and finance teams.
• Conduct major policy studies and produce data-driven reports.
• Coordinate with communications to highlight policy work and the agency vision.
• Collaborate with City agencies to align policy across TLC programs.

Skills

Policy development

Public affairs

Government experience

Written communication

Verbal communication

Political acumen

Multi-priority management

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in economics/finance/BA/ Public Admin

Bachelor's degree + 4 years experience

Job description

The Deputy Commissioner for Policy and External Affairs at NYC TLC will shape a new chapter focused on three priorities: driver and passenger dignity, corporate accountability, and a transportation system that works together. You will lead policy development, coordinate with city agencies, and supervise policy, data, and outreach teams to turn data insights into tangible programs.

This role demands a master’s degree and at least four to eight years in policy, public affairs, or government, with