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 an Assistant Commissioner (AC) of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Reporting directly to the Fire Commissioner, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading, planning and the execution of all EEO compliance activities on behalf of the FDNY, and will be guided by the principle that an equitable workplace is mission critical to the success to the FDNY's life-saving mission. This position requires extremely high levels of expertise in employment law, the ability to exercise substantial discretion and judgment, and the confidence to make impactful, time-sensitive decisions in a fast-paced workplace. The AC will know how to effectively communicate and provide high level advice, guidance and counsel to the FDNY executive team, and will draft and revise policies as necessary to achieve the FDNY's workplace goals. The AC will exhibit resiliency in leadership and will inspire a team of dedicated attorneys to ensure that all investigations are conducted in a timely and objective manner. Based on these investigations, the AC will make findings and issue appropriate recommendations to the Fire Commissioner. Once approved, the AC will execute the recommendations. The ability to write clearly and concisely and edit attorney work product is an essential requirement of this position. The AC will assist in the capture and reporting of large-scale data related to equal opportunity to ensure effective fulfillment of bureau functions. The AC will oversee the reasonable accommodation process, including engaging in the interactive process and issuing decisions to employee requests. The AC will also have significant employee facing contact, and may, from time to time appear in court or confer with affinity organizations and labor unions.



We offer great benefits and programs!

Health Benefits at no or low cost with an array of health plans
Defined Pension Plans
401(k) and 457(k) Retirement Savings Programs
Dental and Vision Coverage
Prescription Drug Program
Flexible Spending Program
Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave
Training and Professional Development
Opportunity for Scholarship
College Savings Program
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Programs
Workplace Wellness Programs
Student Loan Forgiveness
Municipal Credit Union

*Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

AT THE AGENCY’S DISCRETIO

- Experience in data analytics, with ability to conduct adverse impact analysis - Experience in a First Responder agency - Experience in a para-military organization - Proven courtroom experience - Experience in labor law, including conferring with union leaders and representatives - Working knowledge of Civil Service Law - Experience in employee disciplinary process

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.