Chief Operating Officer, MOME

Chief Operating Officer, MOME

The Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment's (MOME) mission is to support and strengthen New York City's creative economy and make it accessible to all. The agency comprises four divisions : the Film Office, which coordinates film and television production in public places; NYC Media, the largest municipal television and radio broadcasting entity in the country; Creative Sector Programs, which supports workforce development and the film, television, theater / live performance, music, publishing, advertising and digital content industries; and the Press Credentials Office (PCO), which issues access credentials for journalists. MOME is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) who will report directly to the MOME Commissioner. The COO will be responsible for the daily operational performance of MOME and will be expected to partner with MOME's executive staff, including the leaders of MOME's divisions, to solve operating challenges, support major projects, work on business development projects, and develop agency policies, procedures, and plans. The COO will also work with other agencies, primarily City Hall, the Office of Management and Budget, the Office of Technology and Innovation, and the Department of Citywide Administrative Services. Responsibilities of the Chief Operating Officer include but not limited to : overseeing and advocating for MOME's resource needs and budget in coordination with OTI and other agencies; overseeing personnel matters in coordination with OTI Human Resources; supporting the provision of legal services; overseeing the Executive Director of the Press Credentials Office and providing support and supervision; working on miscellaneous projects including leading and collaborating on business development projects assigned by the commissioner; liaising with City Hall and other City agencies; assisting with facilities-related projects; and overseeing special projects and initiatives as assigned. Hours / shift : Day - Due to the necessary management duties of this position in a 24 / 7 operation, the candidate may be required to be on call and work various shifts such as weekends and / or nights / evenings. Work location : Manhattan, NY.

Qualifications : 1. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college / university (Juris Doctor preferred). 2. A minimum of five (5) years of full-time relevant professional experience in local government, public policy, public administration, or program development. 3. A deep understanding of policy issues related to the City of New York and the provision of services across its five boroughs; and 4. Demonstrated experience in task and information management, including adhering to targeted deadlines and problem solving.

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.