Executive Director
$209,855–$209,855 year
On-site · New York City, New York, United States
Job Summary
Executive Director oversees day-to-day administration of the agency, budget management (approximately $8.1 million) and 80 employees, and collaborates with the Chair to set priorities. Responsibilities include developing and implementing agency-wide strategic plans, advancing policies, coordinating multi-department or multi-agency projects, and overseeing preservation, research, technology, external affairs, and administration departments. The role involves planning and executing strategic initiatives, serving as a liaison to the Deputy Mayor of Housing and Planning's Office, coordinating with city agencies on interagency initiatives, engaging with elected officials and stakeholders, and directing outreach, programming, and stakeholder communications. The Executive Director represents the Commission at public hearings, community board meetings, and professional forums. Qualifications emphasize a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields with substantial related experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of New York City government and historic preservation practices.
Required Qualifications
- A Master’s Degree in historic preservation, urban planning, architecture, public administration, or a related field, and five years of full-time experience working in the field of historic preservation, non-profit or government management, or a similar field; or
- A Bachelor’s Degree with specialization in one of the fields listed above, and ten years of full-time related experience; or
- Education and/or experience equivalent to 1 & 2 above.
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