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Assistant Supervisor

Posted on Jan. 15, 2026

New York, United States of America
46503.0 - 55821.0 USD (yearly)

Full Time

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Assistant Supervisor

CONSUMER AND WORKER PROTECTION

Posted On: 01/15/2026

Full-Time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

Exam May Be Required

Department

Licensing Customer Service

Salary Range:

$46,503.00 – $55,821.00

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Job Description

*Only permanent employees in the civil service title, comparable title (under 6.1.9), eligible for the 55a program, and those that are reachable in the civil service list are eligible to apply. *
**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. DCWP empowers consumers and working families by providing the tools and resources they need to achieve financial health and work-life balance. DCWP also conducts research and advocates for public policy that furthers its work to support New York City’s communities. For more information about DCWP and its work, call 311 or visit DCWP at nyc.gov/dcwp, sign up for its newsletter, or follow on its social media sites, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

As Assistant Supervisor, the prospective candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:

Serve as acting supervisor in the absence of the Intake Supervisor;
Assist the Supervisor in coordinating projects and daily unit operations;
Support implementation of new laws, policies, and procedures as directed;
Collaborate with relevant parties to troubleshoot system issues, test system changes, and promote use of online licensing services;
Monitor team performance, assign and review tasks, provide support across all areas of staff work, and proactively report and resolve issues;
Process and monitor license applications and related documents received in person, online, and by mail;
Ensure accuracy and compliance with policies through regular quality checks and follow-ups;
Handle routine payment processing and related math calculations;
Provide high-volume customer service in person, online, and by phone;
Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to support efficient application processing;
Provide backup support to Licensing team members as needed;
Adhere to all division and agency policies and procedures; and
Complete all assigned licensing tasks.

CLERICAL ASSOCIATE - 10251

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience.
Skills Requirement
Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute.

Preferred Skills

- Computer literate (MS Word, Excel & Outlook) - Detail oriented - Professional demeanor - Strong oral and communication skills - Organized - Self-motivated - Fluency in a language in addition to English a plus - Respectful and professional demeanor in diverse contexts.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job ID

766165

Posted until

04/14/2026

Title code

10251

Civil service title

CLERICAL ASSOCIATE

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title