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Deputy Commissioner for Policy and External Affairs

New York City, NY, usFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-12
Based in United States

Core

Lead policy strategy for NYC's for-hire transportation sector, balancing market dynamics to ensure fairness for drivers and passengers while overseeing data analytics and community engagement teams.

Role type

Senior policy leader and strategic advisor

Builds

Strategic policy frameworks, public reports, and data-driven policy recommendations

Domain

Public sector regulation, transportation policy, labor economics

Required skills

Strategic policy planning, data analytics interpretation, stakeholder engagement, program evaluation, economic research, public administration, labor relations, cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

Experience with ride-share platforms, economic justice initiatives, media engagement, urban mobility systems

Technologies

Data analytics tools, statistical software, policy research databases

Responsibilities

Set strategic direction for labor, tech, and transit policy; supervise policy, data, and outreach teams; conduct major policy studies driven by data insights; coordinate with City agencies and legal/operations teams; lead development of public reports and media engagements; integrate driver voices into policy development.

Seniority

Senior, executive-level leadership