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City of New York · 22 hours ago

Director of Strategic Initiatives

Manhattan, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$100K/yr - $155K/yr

The City of New York's Department of Transportation (DOT) is dedicated to the safe and efficient movement of people and goods in the city. They are seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives to manage special projects, support senior leadership, and enhance workplace operations and culture.

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Responsibilities

Manage implementation of special projects and strategic priorities at DOT; collaborate with agency leadership to conduct strategic planning; project manage, track actions, and conduct follow-ups across DOT on key initiatives

Elevate and organize key issues on special projects to the Commissioner’s Office for action; create memos/background materials/presentations summarizing complex issues and key decision points, prepare agendas for Commissioner meetings related to special projects and initiatives in coordination with the Chief of Staff

Serve as one of the liaisons to City Hall on special projects; ensure alignment between Mayoral priorities and agency actions; escalate agency issues to City Hall/DMO as directed by the Chief of Staff as-needed

Help DOT teams create and implement internal systems and processes to improve equity and clarity; coordinate team building activities to foster collaboration; organize professional development opportunities for staff; cultivate a supportive and inclusive workplace culture