Community Engagement Coordinator

Division/Unit: Community Partnerships Unit      

Civil Service Title: Community Associate

Position Title: Community Engagement Coordinator

Salary: $61,341 - $61,341

• →Work with community groups to identify current crime concerns, initiate appropriate strategies to address those concerns.
• →Attend various community-based meetings to promote the 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 the community with the implementation of strategies to address criminal activity and quality of life concerns.
• →Assist managing agents, building residents, and NYPD officers on the use of the Trespass Affidavit Program.
• →Perform other related and necessary tasks as needed.

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college and one (1) year performing community or government relations work; or
• High school graduation and five (5) years performing community or government relations work.

• Working knowledge of the New York City criminal justice system, including the District Attorney’s Office (DANY), NYC government, and New York State court systems.
• Superior organizational, communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.
• Creative problem-solving abilities, combined with resourcefulness, initiative, and sound judgment.
• Experience facilitating discussions with community members.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in using Excel to manage data.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations.
• Fluency in Spanish or another non-English language.

1. 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
2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above.

• City Residency is not required for this position. 

• Submit a Cover Letter and Resume.

• Monday – Friday, from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
• Ability to work overtime and flexible hours, including holidays, evenings, and weekends.

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least one (1) year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

• 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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.