Overall, OCMH plays a critical role in advancing mental health services and policies in the community,
and its work is instrumental in improving mental health outcomes for all New Yorkers.
The Problems You’ll Solve
The Office is seeking a Chief of Staff to oversee the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the
Office. The Chief of Staff will report to the Executive Director of the Office, will have three direct
reports, and will be a member of the Office’s executive leadership team.
The Chief of Staff will serve as the Office’s central coordinator to ensure that critical functions are
implemented well. The Chief of Staff will:
- Develop systems to promote efficiency, equity, and effectiveness in the Office’s work.
- Oversee and manage special projects to ensure appropriate goals and timelines are met.
- Ensure intra-office coordination, promoting positive and efficient relationships, and
communication between all teams.
- Act as an advisor to the Executive Director and executive leadership team and represent the
Executive Director in internal and external meetings.
- Coordinate and finalize briefings for the Executive Director and other key stakeholders.
- Support internal/external stakeholder communications by acting as a liaison with City Hall, City
agencies, community advocates, elected officials, and civic organizations.
- Oversee events led by the office, providing direction on strategies and attendees.
- Support hiring and personnel matters for the Office.
About You
• You have a relevant advanced degree.
- You have 5+ years of experience in an area related to the effective delivery of services required;
a demonstrated interest in the fields of public health, mental health, housing, criminal justice,
or youth development preferred.
- You have management experience required.
- You have experience working in government preferred; prior experience with administrative
and procurement processes preferred.
- You have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and program management
software.
- You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate
complex technical information into clear and compelling presentations for an array of
audiences.
Salary
The City of New York Office of the Mayor’s compensation package includes a market competitive
salary, equity for all full-time roles and exceptional benefits. Our cash compensation range for this role
is $145,000 to $155,000.