The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values.

The Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full-time Assistant Commissioner within the Office of the Fire Commissioner. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, the successful candidate will be is responsible for managing the Family Assistance Unit (FAU), including developing and coordinating services for the FDNY constituency it serves; planning, implementing and managing communication systems for families in need, including a newsletter, website and a wide range of correspondence; supervising both civilian administrative staff and uniform members who are meeting the needs of FDNY families, as well as the needs of firehouses, EMS stations and civilian units that suffer a loss; developing and delivering training programs for FDNY members who respond to family needs; responding to inquiries and complaints from the general public; serving as Department liaison to city, state and federal agencies on all issues regarding supporting services for families; serving as a liaison to private foundations that assist family members who have suffered a line of duty loss; participating in special projects, work groups and special events on an as-needed basis. Additionally, the Assistant Commissioner oversees the Department's chaplaincy which is responsible for providing spiritual and moral support to FDNY members and families.

1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and 4 years of satisfactory experience of a nature to qualify for the duties and responsibilities of the position, at least 18 months of which must have been administrative, managerial, executive capacity or supervising personnel performing activities related to the duties of the position; or

2. A combination of education and/or experience to “1” above. However, all candidates must have the 18 months of administrative, managerial, executive, consultative or supervisory experience described in “1” above.

A graduate degree in psychology, social work or public health from an accredited college. Excellent public speaking, writing, and organizational skills. Proven ability to successfully and positively interact with a wide range of individuals and organizations. Ability to work well under pressure in highly emotionally charged atmosphere. Familiarity with the private funding community. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access database, Internet, Excel and Groupwise.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.