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City of New York Community Engagement Coordinator -Community Affairs Unit in New York, New York
Job Description
The Bronx District Attorney is committed to serving the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community through the Office’s groundbreaking mission of “Pursuing Justice with Integrity” by fulfilling our duty to victims and providing fairness to defendants. The Community Engagement Unit is the critical connection between the District Attorney and the Bronx community. Community Engagement Coordinators work closely with community partners to address crime in their neighborhoods, educate the community on the criminal justice system, and liaise with the office’s bureaus and units on strategies to develop engagement initiatives focused on specific crimes and communities. This position is responsible for imagining, planning, coordinating, scheduling, and participating in a variety of outreach activities including community meetings, special interest engagements and other public events.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Represent BXDA at monthly precinct, community board (both general and district service cabinet meetings), and other community meetings.
Plan, coordinate, promote, and schedule Bronx District Attorney’s Office internal and external events and conferences, working with partner organizations as needed.
Represent the BXDA in critical community initiatives such as National Night Out and gun buy backs.
Facilitate educational programs in charter, public and parochial schools to both students and parent groups.
Manage constituent inquiries and help to build community relations.
Maintain relationships with elected officials, schools, clergy, merchant associations, community-based organizations, civic organizations, and others.
Accompany DA to public events.
Assist with special events and projects as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree OR a high school diploma and 10 years of experience working in community relations, community affairs, intergovernmental relations, or a related field.
Bilingual preferred (Spanish or French/Creole)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Publisher), Prezi, Adobe Pro
Driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years driving experience preferred
A passion for community relations
Ability to engage with the public in a professional manner and to exercise sound judgment
Superior public speaking skills
Excellent writing ability
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment that can require overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and excellent time management
Note: Due to the necessary service needs of this position, the employee will be required to work nights, holidays, and weekends.
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.