Strategic Operations Planner

Strategic Operations Planner

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• POLICE DEPARTMENT

Posted On: 04/02/2026

• Full-Time

Location

MANHATTAN

• No Exam Required

Department

Dep Com Strategic InitiativeUF

Salary Range:

$75,000\.00 – $160,000\.00

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Job Description

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The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.

The mission of the Strategic Initiatives Bureau is to design and drive long term, enterprise-wide transformation by evaluating policies, programs, and resources to strive towards maximum organizational effectiveness. Strategic Initiatives serves as a primary advisor to the Police Commissioner regarding the Department’s short and long term strategic goals, and examines new technologies and innovative solutions to help the Department fulfill its primary mission of keeping New York City safe. The Strategic Initiatives Bureau is comprised of the Project Management Office (PMO), the Change Management Office (CMO), the Office of Management, Analysis, and Planning (OMAP), and the Office of the Strategic Initiatives Bureau.

The Strategic Operations Planner will serve as a confidential advisor to the Assistant Commissioner of the Project and Change Management Office. The candidate will provide high-level analysis and implementation of complex initiatives by developing project management systems and best practices. They will also lead non-routine, special projects from initiation to completion, and serve as a liaison to project stakeholders and executive leadership.

Specific tasks may involve:

• Assess and determine new processes to provide efficient project management and implementation.
• Work Closely with leadership and stakeholders to evaluate proposed projects, establish prioritization, and develop working groups.
• Proactively problem solving and/or escalating program issues to fast-track resolutions.
• Analyzing and proposing effective solutions to complex project obstacles.
• Managing multiple project teams and coordinating work among team members. Coach and train team members on project methodology and PMO processes.
• Facilitating regular team and stakeholder meetings effectively in addition to delivering presentations and executive briefings
• Understanding how and when to communicate difficult/sensitive information appropriately.

Strategy and planning:

• Working closely with senior executives to develop Department wide strategies to resolve complex planning, policy and program challenges. Liaising between Departmental leadership and stakeholders to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis to assess issues and potential initiatives. Make recommendations as needed on changes to policies and procedures.

TO APPLY:

Click the Apply’ button below, or visit: http://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for JOB ID #776176

HOURS:

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

WORK LOCATION:

1 Police Plaza, N.Y.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In compliance with federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

IT PROJECT SPECIALIST - 95710 Minimum Qualifications

1\. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication or a related field, and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

2\. An associate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication or a related field, and six years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

3\. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and eight years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

4\. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above.

Preferred Skills

• Ten (10) or more years of full-time experience working in business consulting, project or programs management, or a similar role. - Demonstrated experience managing large-scale project 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 not required for this position

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

776176

Posted until

04/08/2026

Title code

95710

Civil service title

IT PROJECT SPECIALIST

Title classification

Non-Competitive-5

Business title

Strategic Operations Planner

• Experience Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job level

00

Number of positions

1

Work location

1 Police Plaza, N.Y.

• Category: Technology, Data \& Innovation

Strategic Operations Planner