The NYC Department of Design and Construction seeks a Planning Coordinator to work within the Office of the Commissioner, reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer as a member of the Strategic Initiatives team. The role of the Planning Coordinator will be to support the agency’s capital reform efforts, process improvements, and critical projects and programs. Specific tasks will include preparing reports, briefings, and other communications for internal and external audiences; tracking critical project and program issues; and monitoring and supporting implementation of strategic initiatives.

The Strategic Initiatives team advances key agency priorities and oversees policy and process changes as part of DDC’s Strategic Blueprint, a roadmap to capital delivery reform, working collaboratively with DDC’s divisions to ensure that DDC is a leader in capital project delivery. The team oversees the Blueprint and supports implementation across DDC’s divisions, represents DDC in citywide strategic planning efforts, aligns DDC’s external reporting and metrics with strategic priorities, and liaises with partner agencies, City Hall, and industry leaders to advance the agency’s policy agenda. In addition, the team provides support to critical projects and programs, key Commissioner’s Offices priorities, and interagency and intergovernmental coordination.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Excellent written, graphic, and interpersonal communication skills strong organizational and planning skills the abilities to work in a fast-paced environment and balance long-term goals with short term tasks the ability to work independently and on a team versatility and attention to detail.

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.