Assistant Commissioner of Finance

City of New York • New York City, NY

8h

About The Position

The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism. The Department of Probation is seeking an Assistant Commissioner of Finance in support of advancing the Department of Probation’s strategic goals. The Assistant Commissioner will uphold strong internal controls to protect the Agency from risk, while also leading the development and introduction of new programs to promote the financial stability of the Department of Probation. The position will be responsible for managing all aspects of financial management, budgeting, accounting, and procurement within the Department of Probation.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time paid experience in counseling or casework in a recognized agency adhering to acceptable standards in probation, parole, social services, psychiatric or medical social work or related field, at least 18 months of which must have been in a responsible supervisory, administrative or consultative capacity performing activities related to the duties of the position; or
• A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above. However, all candidates must have at least 18 months of experience in an administrative, managerial, executive, consultative, executive capacity or supervising personnel performing activities related to the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the annual budget review process, including analyzing and forecasting revenue collections and agency expenditures, managing headcount, and reporting budget information to senior staff.
• Advise the Deputy Commissioner on budgetary and fiscal matters, including local and federal accounting requirements, State and City Comptroller directives, and New York City Financial Plan updates. Support and manage the efficient and effective use of agency resources and ensure that future needs are met.
• Oversee the agency’s procurement functions. Ensure procurement transactions are completed in a timely manner and agency staff receive assistance in the review and approval of vendor invoicing and contract management issues. Advise the Deputy Commissioner on contract and procurement matters, including supporting the planning of new or ongoing programs, to ensure agency priorities are successfully addressed.
• Establish and advance the Agency’s vision for client-facing programs and special initiatives. Manage and organize staff across Agency departments and relevant stakeholders to successfully address all constraints (e.g, financial, legal, technical, personnel, communications, etc.) to implementing programs and achieving programmatic goals. Establish a feedback loop to connect issues that arise on a day-to-day basis to the strategic vision for Agency programs.
• Advise the Deputy Commissioner on how to maximize the effectiveness and impact of division programs.
• Provide guidance, advice, training, and support to a team of over 30 staff members. Recruit, retain, and motivate staff to reach a high level of capacity, skill, and teamwork required to meet new and existing strategic goals.
• Represent the Agency in interactions with stakeholders, advocacy groups, City, State, and Federal Agencies and Offices, vendors, and members of the public. Develop trusting and productive relationships with Agency partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees