Strategic Initiatives Advisor

CityOfNewYork

New York City, NY, United States permanent

Posted: May 8, 2026

Job Description

The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) provides for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and maintains and enhances the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of City residents. The Strategic Initiatives Advisor will design, track, and implement special projects and initiatives, manage relevant coordination, and report to the Chief of Staff. Core Functions: Special Projects Management: 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; Direct Support to Commissioner/Senior Leadership: Elevate and organize key issues on special projects to the Commissioners 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 and Deputy Chief of Staff. Support Workplace Operations and Culture: 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.

STRATEGIC INITIATIVE SPECIALIS - 13389

1. A Master's degree in Public Administration, planning, architecture, policy, or environmental policy.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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