Supervisor of Special Apps

This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities. DCWP licenses nearly 45,000 businesses in more than 40 industries and enforces key consumer protection and workplace laws that apply to countless more. By supporting businesses through equitable enforcement and access to resources, DCWP protects the marketplace from predatory practices and strives to create a culture of compliance.

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Within DCWP, the Licensing Division is the central operational hub responsible for ensuring that businesses across New York City meet the legal requirements to operate fairly, safely, and in compliance with local law. Through licensing more than 45,000 businesses in over 45 industries, the Division ensures fair competition and a level playing field for responsible small businesses that are integral to New York City's vibrant communities.

The Division is the first point of contact for businesses navigating the licensing process, and it plays a critical role in upholding the integrity of the marketplace by making compliance accessible, efficient, and equitable. The Licensing Division supports DCWP's broader mission of protecting New Yorkers by ensuring that every business that needs to be licensed operating in the five boroughs has met the standards required to serve the public with integrity.

The General Vending Unit is seeking an experienced and organized Special Applications Supervisor to lead Application Review section of unit. This position is responsible for overseeing application review, payment verification, waitlist administration, records management, and related licensing functions to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent processing of General Vending transactions.

• Supervise staff responsible for reviewing and processing applications, renewals, amendments, waitlist transactions, and supporting documentation
• Monitor application processing activities to ensure compliance with licensing requirements, agency policies, and established procedures
• Review complex applications, resolve processing issues, and provide guidance on eligibility and documentation requirements
• Monitor processing timelines, workloads, and staff productivity to ensure efficient operations
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of General Vending waitlists, licensing records, and related data
• Establish and maintain quality control standards for application review and processing activities
• Respond to escalated applicant inquiries, complaints, and operational issues
• Develop and implement procedures to improve efficiency, consistency, and customer service
• Prepare reports, track performance metrics, and identify operational trends requiring management attention
• Coordinate with other Licensing units and support implementation of General Vending initiatives

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full‑time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience, one year of which must have been in an administrative capacity or supervising staff performing clerical/administrative work of more than moderate difficulty; or
• An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full‑time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience including one year of the administrative supervisory experience described in "1" above; or
• A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a…