Deputy Chief of Staff

Agency Mission:
The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) licenses and regulates the City’s taxi, for-hire vehicle, commuter van, and paratransit industries to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality transportation service for New Yorkers and visitors. The TLC sets standards for driver and vehicle safety, enforces regulations, and supports a modern, equitable for-hire transportation network that advances public safety, service, and innovation.

Agency Overview:
Created in 1971, TLC is the charter‑mandated regulator of yellow medallion taxis, green Boro taxis, black cars, luxury limousines, commuter vans, paratransit vehicles, and app‑based for-hire services in New York City. The agency issues and oversees licenses for drivers, vehicles, and bases; enforces safety, fare, and operational standards; and works to improve service quality, accessibility, and sustainability across the industry.

TLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.

Position Summary:

The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) seeks a highly organized, collaborative, and execution-oriented Deputy Chief of Staff to join the Executive Office. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Deputy Chief of Staff plays a critical role in managing executive logistics, coordinating stakeholder engagement, and leading special projects that advance agency priorities.

• Executive Office Logistics & Coordination
  • Manage and coordinate executive‑level logistics, including preparation for Commissioner meetings, briefings, public appearances, and external engagements.
  • Develop agendas, compile briefing materials, track action items, and follow up with divisions to ensure timely execution of decisions and commitments.
  • Serve as a key point of coordination between the Executive Office and TLC divisions to support smooth information flow and operational alignment.
  • Support the Chief of Staff in organizing executive priorities, tracking deadlines, and managing workflow across competing demands.
• Stakeholder Engagement & External Relations
  • Support and help manage relationships with key external stakeholders, including City Hall, City agencies (e.g., DOT, NYPD, DOF), elected officials, industry representatives, advocates, labor partners, and community organizations.
  • Coordinate stakeholder meetings, listening sessions, and public‑facing engagements, ensuring appropriate preparation, follow‑up, and documentation.
  • Draft correspondence, briefing notes, talking points, and background materials for executive engagement with external partners.
  • Track stakeholder concerns, commitments, and follow‑up actions, working with TLC divisions to ensure timely and thoughtful responses.
• Special Projects & Cross‑Functional Initiatives
  • Lead and support special projects and time‑limited initiatives assigned by the Chief of Staff and Commissioner, often spanning multiple TLC divisions.
  • Manage project timelines and deliverables, and coordinate high‑priority initiatives related to safety, worker protections, service quality, accessibility, regulatory modernization, or economic sustainability.
  • Conduct research, synthesize information, and prepare clear summaries and recommendations on policy, operational, or regulatory issues.
  • Support implementation of agency‑wide initiatives by monitoring progress, identifying risks, and flagging issues requiring executive attention.
• Policy, Communications & Internal Support
  • Assist in the development of executive‑level materials, including memos, presentations, reports, and responses to internal and external inquiries.
  • Coordinate with policy, legal, communications, and operations staff to ensure materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with agency priorities.
  • Help ensure consistent messaging and alignment across divisions on executive priorities and initiatives.
• Organizational Effectiveness & Culture
  • Support a positive Executive Office culture that emphasizes collaboration, accountability, transparency, and public service excellence.
  • Help ensure that information shared with executive leadership is well‑organized, accurate, and actionable.
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