Deputy Director, Close Rikers
Core
Trusted advisor and project manager supporting the strategic closure of Rikers Island jail, coordinating across city agencies to reduce jail population and plan future island use.
Role type
Senior IC policy and project management lead (public safety/corrections)
Builds
Rikers Island closure plan and new borough-based facilities
Domain
Public safety / Corrections / Urban planning
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Project management, stakeholder coordination, policy analysis, data-driven research, presentation design, strategic planning
Preferred skills
Experience with national best practices in public safety, ability to translate complex strategies for diverse audiences
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Coordinate immediate, mid-term, and long-term planning for Rikers closure; assess national initiatives for best practices; prepare briefings and presentations for key stakeholders; track project documents and status reports; represent the office at meetings with advocates and agency leadership; provide administrative support to the team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC