Community Coordinator
About The Position
The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values. The Bureau of Fire Prevention cultivates a safer city for its citizens, visitors and first responders by preventing loss of life and property damage from fire and other emergencies. We accomplish this 24/7 by identifying fire and life safety hazards; creating, revising, and enforcing the New York City Fire Code; reviewing plans for critical systems designed to protect and alert building occupants; licensing qualified companies to install and service fire protection equipment and systems; certifying individuals to monitor fire safety conditions; and educating individuals and businesses about fire safety. In addition, the Bureau of Fire Prevention is critical partner with the Bureau of Fire Operations (Firefighters) and Bureau of Fire Investigations (Fire Marshals), providing assistance and guidance during post-fire incidents and investigations; and coordinating with other City agencies on matters concerning fire and life safety. The Bureau consists of Fire Protection Inspectors, lawyers, engineers, explosives experts, and Fire Officers work together to save lives in New York City. The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) seeks a full-time Community Coordinator in the Bureau of Fire Prevention. Under the supervision of the Administrative Manager, performs community engagement, coordination, and operational support functions for the Shelter Task Force (3/4 Housing Task Force) and High-Rise Operation Units. Responsibilities include conducting and documenting shelter assessments; coordinating with shelter providers, government agencies, and community stakeholders; monitoring shelter conditions and compliance with applicable requirements; maintaining and updating records in Accela and related databases; preparing reports and correspondence; and responding to inquiries from internal and service providers. Supports unit operations by gathering and analyzing information, conducting site visits, tracking assessment findings, and ensuring timely follow-up on identified issues to support departmental objectives and public safety initiatives.
Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above
- High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above
- Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above
- At least one year of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above
Responsibilities
- Conducting and documenting shelter assessments
- Coordinating with shelter providers, government agencies, and community stakeholders
- Monitoring shelter conditions and compliance with applicable requirements
- Maintaining and updating records in Accela and related databases
- Preparing reports and correspondence
- Responding to inquiries from internal and service providers
- Gathering and analyzing information
- Conducting site visits
- Tracking assessment findings
- Ensuring timely follow-up on identified issues to support departmental objectives and public safety initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
