Senior Advisor, Programs

City of New York•New York, NY

About The Position

The Senior Advisor, Programs will advise and manage key priorities for the New York City Mayor’s Office of Talent and Workforce Development (NYC Talent), whose mission is to connect New Yorkers to good-paying careers and help employers access the City’s talent. The role supports an integrated, equitable, and efficient workforce system by coordinating programs, policies, funding, and partnerships across City agencies and external stakeholders. It reports to the Chief Policy and Programs Officer and supervises a current team of at least two staff. The Senior Advisor oversees initiatives serving priority populations, supports Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs and Workforce Development Board oversight, and advises City agencies on workforce program design, best practices, and requests for proposals. The role also supports public and private partnerships and funding strategies, employer engagement, interagency collaboration, and systems change. Work may include reviewing legislation and research, preparing memos, fact sheets, talking points, and presentations, and representing NYC Talent in public forums and meetings with senior stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or 10 or more years of related work experience.
At least 8 years of experience in government, the nonprofit sector, education, human resources, or intergovernmental affairs if qualifying through a bachelor’s degree.
At least 3 years of managerial experience.
Extensive knowledge of New York City’s workforce development landscape, including youth and adult learning best practices, skills training, and culturally competent, industry-specific curriculum development and program design.
Commitment to equitable job access for New Yorkers in growing sectors.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including formal presentations.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to represent NYC Talent confidently with senior public- and private-sector partners.
Ability to absorb complex technical concepts and brief staff and senior external stakeholders.
Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Integrity, credibility, commitment to NYC Talent’s mission, and ability to contribute to a collaborative learning culture and perform a broad range of work in a dynamic organization.
A cover letter is required in addition to a resume.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within workforce development.
Knowledge of the NYC labor market and in-demand occupations.
Master’s degree in Public Administration or a related field.

Responsibilities

Advise the Executive Director, Chief Policy and Programs Officer, and colleagues on workforce priorities, goals, vision, and program initiatives.
Supervise staff responsible for program portfolios, monitor progress, and ensure goals and timelines are met.
Oversee work supporting workplace accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities in employer workplaces and workforce provider programs.
Support youth employment coordination with agency partners and help internal teams incorporate youth populations into their initiatives.
Convene agency partners to advance City Hall workforce initiatives, develop and provide feedback on requests for proposals, and connect priority populations to the City’s workforce system.
Coordinate with internal teams, including the Office of Community Hiring, Industry Partnerships, the NYC Workforce Development Board, Apprenticeship Accelerator, Data & Impact, and External Affairs, to align program and policy priorities.
Serve as a subject matter expert on career pathways, referrals, and resource sharing in support of WIOA programs for youth, adult education, vocational rehabilitation, and local education institutions.
Provide technical assistance to Industry Partnerships and other employer engagement intermediaries on City programs and their use by NYC businesses.
Support strategies to source city, state, and federal funding, including public grants, private partnerships, and philanthropic funding.
Represent NYC Talent as a spokesperson, representative, and ambassador; advocate for its initiatives and prepare written materials, memos, and presentation decks for meetings and public speaking.
Review relevant legislation, studies, and reports; produce background and position memos, fact sheets, and talking points to support executive decisions.
Support interagency collaboration and implementation of programs or policies across agencies.