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City of New York Community Engagement Coordinator in New York, New York
Job Description
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Community Engagement Coordinator on its Community Engagement Team within the Community Partnerships Unit (CPU). The Community Partnerships Unit advance’s DANY’s goal to serve and protect the people of Manhattan by fostering trust between the community and our office, raising awareness about public safety issues and the work of our office, increasing access to our office for all communities, and creating partnerships that prevent crime and enhance public safety. The position will cover engagements with the communities in Lower Manhattan. The Community Engagement Team serves as a vital link between the District Attorney and the people of New York County and works closely with the community to help address their crime-related issues and quality of life concerns. In this position, the Community Coordinator will work closely with the office’s other Bureaus and Units on outreach strategies, awareness campaigns, and other initiatives focused on specific communities.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Work with community groups to identify current crime concerns, initiate appropriate strategies to address those concerns.
Attend various community-based meetings to promote office’s initiatives, share case information, and collect important intel and information to ensure DANY maintains an accurate understanding of the community and its concerns.
Lead or participate in various presentations, forums, and events to discuss DANY's role, raise awareness on available resources, and educate the community on crime prevention tools.
Develop a comprehensive and current understanding of crime issues and quality of life concerns in Manhattan.
Represent DANY at community-based meetings, public events, and special engagements.
Establish and maintain relationships with community leaders, government/law enforcement partners, and elected officials.
Engage and educate the community on DANY's various initiatives, resources, and services.
Serve as liaison and point of contact for stakeholders, external partners, and colleagues in government.
Inform and collaborate with appropriate internal staff and leadership on specific public safety issues.
Assist community with implementation of strategies to address criminal activity and quality of life concerns.
Perform other related and necessary tasks as needed.
In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
Preferred Requirement/Skills:
A working knowledge of DANY, NYC government, and NYS court systems.
Fluency in Spanish is preferred in serving some communities.
Superior communication skills and strong passion for community and external relations.
Ability to engage with the public in a professional manner, exercise sound judgment.
Strong organization skills and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Strong online research skills and computer skills (MS Office, Publisher); Adobe Photoshop.
Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends.
How to Apply:
- Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.
Hours/Shift:
- Monday - Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Additional Information:
Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
Looking for candidates that could commit to one (1) year to the hiring unit.
Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
Qualifications
Qualification Requirements
High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
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.