Chief of Staff for Operations

About the role

The New York City Department of Investigation (“DOI”) is seeking an experienced Chief of Staff for the Operations Division. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the Deputy Commissioner for Operations and will oversee a variety of projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor and partner to the Deputy Commissioner of Operations.
• Provide guidance and specialized support to unit heads and managers in various departments.
• Manage projects of strategic importance to the agency, including those requiring cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop standard operating procedures and track and analyze policies and regulations.
• Leverage strengths of various procurement vehicles and ensure compliance with City financial management protocols.
• Attend executive level meetings and follow up on action items to ensure completion.
• Analyze quantitative data and synthesize into effective presentations and memos for Executive Management and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four years of full-time experience in investigation, auditing, law enforcement, law security, management analysis, or in a major operational area of the agency.
• At least 18 months of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive capacity, and the approval of the Commissioner of Investigation.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to the above, with the approval of the Commissioner of Investigation and 18 months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive experience.
• Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Project Management, Finance, Political Science, Public Policy or a related field, and at least three years of full-time work experience.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the functions and operations of a law enforcement agency.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience with cross-functional leadership and aligning teams around common goals to increase organization efficiency and effectiveness.

Preferred Skills

• Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean/Six Sigma certifications.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in full Microsoft Office suite of applications, especially Excel.
• Understanding and working knowledge of the NYC PPB Rules, City Charter and Comptroller Directives.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with departmental personnel, senior management, oversight agencies and other stakeholders.

Benefits

The position offers a salary range of $75,443.00 – $190,000.00, commensurate with experience.

Pay

$75,443.00 – $190,000.00

Schedule

N/A