New York Commissioner of Labor

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The New York Commissioner of Labor is a state executive position in the New York state government.

The commissioner serves as head of the Department of Labor, whose mission is "to protect workers, assist the unemployed and connect job seekers to jobs."

Current officeholder

The current officeholder is Colleen Gardner. She was appointed by Gov. David Paterson in 2010.

Appointments

The commissioner is appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate.

Compensation

In 2009, the New York Commissioner of Labor was paid an estimated $127,000 according to the Council of State Governments.

Contact information

New York State Department of Labor
West Averell Harriman State Office Campus
Building 12
Albany, NY 12240
Phone: 518-457-9000
Toll Free: 888-469-7365
TTYD: 800-662-1220
Email: nysdol@labor.ny.gov

See also

• Labor Commissioner
• Colleen Gardner

External links

Suggest a link

• New York Department of Labor