The NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) seeks a strategic, results-driven, and collaborative executive to serve as Assistant Commissioner for Financial Strategy and Operations within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This key leadership role provides critical support to both the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Deputy CFO, helping to advance DYCD’s financial strategy, operational excellence, and team capacity-building in service of the agency’s mission.
The Assistant Commissioner will oversee financial operations, manage system modernization efforts, coordinate cross-divisional projects, support staff development, and represent the agency in key stakeholder engagements, including testifying as appropriate.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Fiscal Leadership
- Provide executive-level support and strategic advice to both the CFO and Deputy CFO on financial planning, policy, and long-term fiscal initiatives.
- Lead development of financial reports, forecasts, and analyses to inform agency leadership and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate closely with the CFO and Deputy CFO to align fiscal strategy with DYCD’s programmatic goals. Operational & Financial Oversight
- Manage daily operations across key financial and contractual functions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable City policies, procurement rules, and audit standards.
- Drive process improvements to enhance transparency, efficiency, and equitable resource allocation. Information Systems & Data Infrastructure
- Oversee the management and optimization of financial systems such as FMS, PASSPort, and HHS Accelerator.
- Partner with IT and operational leaders to implement reporting tools, dashboards, and automated workflows that support effective fiscal management and increase processing times. Staff Development & Team Building
- Lead staff training, development, and mentorship programs across financial and operational teams.
- Strengthen DYCD’s financial leadership pipeline by building leadership capacity and fostering a highperforming, inclusive, and mission-driven team culture.
- Promote collaboration, accountability, and professional growth throughout the CFO’s Office.
Stakeholder Engagement & Representation
- Serve as a liaison between the CFO’s Office and external stakeholders including City oversight agencies, nonprofit partners, and internal leadership.
- Work with City Hall, OMB, and DYCD Staff to develop clear, data-driven responses to legislative inquiries
- Represent DYCD’s financial interests in high-level meetings, interagency working groups, and public forums
- Develop and deliver executive-level reports and presentations to diverse audiences.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college with a baccalaureate degree. The candidate must have a major in accounting, financial management, public administration, or a related field, including a minimum of 24 credits in accounting; and Four (4) years of progressively responsible supervisory, administrative, or consultative experience in accounting, finance, or management, including one (1) year in a responsible administrative or consultative capacity. A graduate degree in the above fields may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the general experience required; or
- A satisfactory equivalent.
Preferred Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in public finance, budgeting, or administration, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles.
- Expertise with NYC financial management systems (FMS, PASSPort, HHS Accelerator) and familiarity with City procurement and budget regulations.
- Experience preparing and delivering testimony before legislative and oversight bodies.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex initiatives, and foster cross-functional collaboration.
- Commitment to equity, transparency, and DYCD’s mission to serve New York City’s youth and communities.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles w worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockla Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative of interview.