Job Description

Job Description

IMPORTANT NOTE: The student must be pursuing either an associate or bachelor's degree and, in their Freshman/Sophomore year. In addition, you must live within the 5 NYC boroughs, this is an on-site internship (not a summer position)

NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service.

DOF’ Sheriff’s Office serves and enforces court mandates, orders of protection, warrants, decrees, and property seizures. Additionally, the Sheriff’s Office conducts criminal investigations of real property fraud, tax crimes, and the trafficking of illegal and untaxed tobacco products and synthetic narcotics, and monitors defendants referred by the courts for electronic monitoring.

The Sheriff's Office is seeking three (3) Sheriff’s College Aides to assist in the day-to-day operations of the Sheriff Administration. The candidates will have the opportunity to gain experience and contribute to various projects and develop skills in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with administrative tasks and office operations, including documentation, record management, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Support ongoing projects related to public safety, regulatory compliance, and initiatives set forth by the office of the Sheriff.
• Conduct research and data analysis to inform policy recommendations and improve administrative processes.
• Collaborate with the Sheriff's Office staff on drafting reports, memos, and presentations.
• Participate in planning and executing community outreach, and public education programs.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of organizational strategies and performance metrics.
• Provide logistical support for meetings, training sessions, and special projects at the request of the First Deputy.
• Write meeting minutes, memorandums, and correspondence as directed by the First Deputy.

Minimum Qualifications

For Assignment Level I:

Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school.

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:

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 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.

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

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