Community Engagement Coordinator

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Work with community groups to identify current crime concerns and initiate appropriate strategies to address those concerns.
• Attend community-based meetings to promote office initiatives, share case information, and collect community intel.
• Lead or participate in presentations, forums, and events to discuss DANY's role, raise awareness on resources, and educate on crime prevention.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of crime issues and quality of life concerns in Manhattan.
• Represent DANY at community 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 initiatives, resources, and services.
• Serve as liaison and point of contact for stakeholders, external partners, and government colleagues.
• Inform and collaborate with internal staff and leadership on public safety issues.
• Assist the community with implementing strategies to address criminal activity and quality of life concerns.
• Perform other related and necessary tasks as needed.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties described.
• OR education and/or experience equivalent to the above.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, with flexibility for overtime, holidays, evenings, and weekends.

Nice to Have

• A working knowledge of DANY, NYC government, and NYS court systems.
• General knowledge of the Harlem community.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Two years performing community or government relations work.
• Two years in CPU or demonstrated success with DANY outreach efforts.
• Superior communication skills and strong passion for community and external relations.
• Ability to engage with the public professionally.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Cultural competence.
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong online research skills and computer skills (MS Office, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop).

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community-centered activities.
• OR education and/or experience equivalent to the above.

Benefits & Perks

• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.