Assistant Commissioner For Human Resources

The Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) is seeking a motivated, experienced individual to serve as the Assistant Commissioner for Human Resources. The Human Resources Unit of TLC is responsible for all aspects of employee services for the agency from recruitment and hiring to payroll, time and leave and training, as well as providing courteous and timely answers to questions and issues relating to human resources policies and practices. various Human Resources functions including payroll, timekeeping, training, recruitment, hiring, performance management training and development, employee relations and special programs (i.e., financial disclosure, employee recognition, career development) in the TLC.

The Assistant Commissioner HR reports to the Deputy Commissioner for Operations, People, and Innovation.

Specific assignments will include, but not limited to:

• Advises TLC Executive & Senior Management on all Human Resources related matters.

• Coordinates the implementation of services, policies and programs through Human Resources, Payroll and Timekeeping staff that provide customer friendly service to all agency personnel in the areas: recruiting and staffing, employee orientation, benefits, recordkeeping of time, workforce safety, career counseling, organizational development, and performance management.

• In conjunction with the Deputy Commissioner for Operations, People, and Innovation, works on the planning, development and implementation of staffing and hiring plans for the agency. Provides guidance and support in the preparation of personnel services budget plans and projections.

• Oversees and coordinates the activities of the Training, Personnel, Payroll and Timekeeping Units to ensure the integrity of all human resource functions including recruitment, selection, placement, civil service administration, timekeeping, classification, compensation, benefits administration and reporting and labor relations; and ensures that data input to the NYCAP's, Planned Action Report (PAR) Process and City Time systems is both accurate and in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and policies.

• Oversees the analyses of programmatic operations to determine problematic areas; makes recommendations and implements new procedures where indicated.

• Provides leadership as TLC's primary liaison to the NYC Office of Labor Relations with respect to contractual matters.

• Reviews and develops processes and procedures to ensure compliance with City, State and Federal rules and regulations and makes recommendations related to the implementation and modification of processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

• Ensures implementation and maintenance of agency wide Performance Management and Absence Control programs.

Salary:

The range for this role is $155,000-$194,000. Final offers will commensurate with candidate experience and expertise.

Appointments are subject to oversight approvals.

Minimum Qualifications

.

Preferred Skills

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in all core facets of human resources management, 5 of which was in a senior management role reporting to the head of an organization or one of their direct reports.

• Successful candidates should possess the ability to manage complex situations and multiple responsibilities, simultaneously mixing long-term projects with the urgency of immediate demands.

• Excellent writing, editing, organizational, and presentation skills. Expert knowledge of New York City Personnel rules and regulations.

• Experience with citywide and Collective bargaining Unite Agreements- knowledgeable in NYC City Human Resources (CHRMS), Payroll Management Systems (PMS), New York City Automated System (NYCAPS), Citytime, and other personnel-related systems.

• Proven track record for developing employee engagement programs and their implementation.

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.