If you’re a New Yorker who is interested in getting a job in public service, you’re in luck. On September 28, Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice Julie Su, Small Business Services (SBS) Commissioner Kenny Minaya, and Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) Commissioner Yume Kitasei launched the Jobs NYC Center, a new hub connecting New Yorkers to careers in public service.
This new center is located at 2 Lafayette Street in Manhattan and is intended to support both current public sector workers and those who may be interested in applying for a job in public service. This guide explains what kind of services the support center offers, its operating times, and who would benefit most from their services.
What are some examples of public service jobs?
New York City has over 50 city agencies, boards, and offices. If you work for any of these, you are considered a public service employee. There are many kinds of jobs in these agencies. A few examples include:
What kind of support can I get at the new Jobs NYC Center?
The new Jobs NYC Center is intended to help New Yorkers “find and secure jobs with the City.” Some of the key support services that are offered are:
- Workshops and training: public service 101 workshops for people who may be unfamiliar with the process of applying for public service jobs
- Hiring halls: agency interviews and on-the-spot hiring events
- Career services: finding and applying for public-sector jobs
- Recruitment fairs: for employers to get support with hiring and promoting job opportunities
You can also search for public service jobs using this site.
Who is eligible to receive support?
New Yorkers who are looking for job training support and opportunities with the City. You can already be a city employee or interested in applying for the first time. Since these are city agency jobs, you must have work authorization in order to apply for these positions.
Do I need an appointment?
The center is open for walk-in career services as of October 5, 2026. However, social media sites suggest that lines for the center can be long. You should be prepared to wait and even come back another day if the center is too busy.
If you are interested in attending the hiring hall events, you may have to RSVP.
What are the operating hours?
Walk-in hours are on Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you would like to see a list of upcoming hiring halls and other events at the new Jobs NYC Center, you can visit their website.
