Community Affairs Organizer

City of New York • New York, NY

3d • $62,868 - $72,298

About The Position

The Brooklyn Borough President’s Office is seeking a highly motivated and outgoing Community Affairs Organizer. Reporting to the Director of Community Affairs, the organizer helps advance the office’s goals and mission through community outreach and engagement throughout Brooklyn. The role focuses on building and maintaining relationships with community-based organizations, government agencies, community boards, nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, and other partners. The position requires a flexible schedule to work nights and weekends.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties described; or high school graduation or equivalent and six years of related experience; or equivalent education and/or experience.
• All candidates must have at least one year of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties described.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a proactive approach to community projects.
• Research and identify appropriate partners to strengthen community relationships.
• Increase the Borough President’s Office visibility at community and outreach events.
• Conduct outreach for activities such as parades, holiday events, block parties, marches, tabling, and engagement with schools, faith-based organizations, and other organizations assigned by the Director.
• Report information about community issues, preferences, and needs to the Director, internal stakeholders, and leaders, and develop recommendations to address them.
• Build and maintain a database of community partners, organizations, and community leaders.
• Implement and maintain document management protocols, including for reports and confidential information.
• Work on special projects as needed.
• Collaborate with other office teams on community-related items.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time