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First Deputy Commissioner

Posted on Feb. 6, 2026

  • New York, United States of America
  • 124026.0 - 280567.0 USD (yearly)
  • Full Time

First Deputy Commissioner job opportunity

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First Deputy Commissioner

  • DEPARTMENT OF PROBATION
Posted On: 02/06/2026
  • Full-Time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
  • No Exam Required
Department
Admin Executive Offices

Salary Range:
$124,026.00 – $280,567.00

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Job Description

The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout the New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism.

Under the executive direction working closely with the Commissioner, with the widest latitude for initiative, judgment and action, the First Deputy Commissioner (FDC) will oversee core functions of the agency that will advance the agency priorities by providing strategic guidance and high-level support. S/he will serve as the lead advisor to the DOP Commissioner on all matters related to the department and provide oversight to ensure that the agency meets its obligation to provide appropriate service delivery, appropriate compliance to state and federal regulations, adequate and accurate external affairs and press, as well as partnerships with other City agencies and the agency’s oversight partners and advocates. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Direct Executive staff to properly attend to the overall administration of the agency, including but not limited to budgetary issues, legislative affairs, public and intergovernmental matters, strategic initiatives, contracts management, information technology and EEO issues.

  • Ensure that the divisions and program areas comply with the mandates of the Agency, rules and regulations of law, and court rulings affecting the provision of services.

  • Plan, develop, and formulate policies and procedures affecting and streamlining DOP programs and processes, and provide the Commissioner with information and recommendations for programmatic and policy decisions.

  • Assume executive responsibility for Agency functions, programs, projects, and initiatives in the absence of the DOP Commissioner.

  • Serve as primary liaison for the agency oversight partners and advocates and represents the agency in external meetings.

  • Routinely represent the Commissioner in public hearings, at community meetings and events, and in meetings with advocates, elected officials, and community leaders.

  • Maximum salary is not guaranteed.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PROBATION - 51875


Minimum Qualifications


TBD


Preferred Skills


- Ability to analyze and recommend policies and procedures with strategic foresight. - Ability to propose innovative approaches to complex problems. - Ability to inspire and motivate adult probation staff to embrace and implement new approaches or goals as determined collaboratively with the Commissioner. - Comprehensive knowledge of New York City and State Court Systems, probation/social service case work principles and regulations, trends and developments in the probation field and best practices in the area of motivating persons under supervision to lead law abiding lives. - Proven ability to present the agency’s position in meetings with high level officials and other government and private entities.

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
769117
Posted until
03/08/2026
Title code
51875
Civil service title
DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PROBATION
Title classification
Exempt-4
Business title
First Deputy Commissioner
  • Experience Level:
    Executive
Job level
M7
Number of positions
1
Work location
33 Beaver St, New York Ny
  • Category:
    Administration & Human Resources
First Deputy Commissioner


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