Westchester County Youth Bureau Executive Director DaMia Harris-Madden has been nominated by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to serve as the next commissioner of the state Office of Children and Family Services, the governor's office announced Thursday.

Harris-Madden will replace Suzanne Miles-Gustave, who has been acting commissioner for more than a year. She will take office as the new acting commissioner on April 8.

“I am deeply grateful to Governor Hochul for entrusting me with the privilege to serve the children, youth, and families of our great state," Harris-Madden said in a statement. "As we advance the mission of the Office of Children and Family Services, I am committed to leveraging existing partnerships, collaborating across systems, and delivering deliberate, well-led, and efficient services. Together, we will create meaningful opportunities that improve outcomes and enhance the overall well-being of all New Yorkers.”

Harris-Madden has worked in intersections of government, education, business and the non-profit sectors for 20 years. In her current role, she manages a department that deploys financial and technical resources to hundreds of programs and contractors operated by nonprofit, private and municipal agencies that aim to support children, youth and families.

“Dr. DaMia Harris-Madden is a tested, experienced leader who will be an important part of our work to make New York an even better place to raise a family," Gov. Hochul said in a statement. "I’m also grateful for the leadership of Acting Commissioner Suzanne Miles-Gustave, a dedicated public servant who has played an important role at the agency. Her service to New York is greatly recognized and appreciated."

Harris-Madden would need to be confirmed by the state Senate to hold the commissioner's role permanently.