Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA) Liaison
City of New York•New York, NY
•$62,868 - $72,298
About The Position
The Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA) Liaison works under the supervision of a Deputy Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and in close cooperation with Borough Office leadership. The role addresses community and elected-official concerns related to compliance with New York City Construction Codes and the Zoning Resolution, supports community engagement and outreach, and coordinates with Department staff and external stakeholders. The position may be eligible for remote work up to two days per week under the Remote Work Pilot Program.
Requirements
- One of the following: a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties; high school graduation or equivalent and six years of related community-work or community-centered-activities 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.
Responsibilities
- Assist in resolving community and elected-official concerns and inquiries regarding compliance with the New York City Construction Codes and Zoning Resolution.
- Attend full Community Board meetings, District Service Cabinet meetings, Civic Association meetings, taskforce meetings, and visit locations that are the subject of community interest.
- Assist with community engagement activities, including explaining Department policies and procedures concerning the application and interpretation of the Construction Codes and Zoning Resolution.
- Brief the Director or Deputy Director of Intergovernmental Affairs on enforcement and development matters.
- Coordinate community and interagency meeting needs with External Affairs staff.
- Engage with construction workers and contractors to promote safe construction best practices.
- Work with Department staff to maximize the impact of outreach campaigns.
- Coordinate distribution of neighborhood-specific materials to inform the public about construction work in their community.
- Identify the needs of non-technical stakeholders concerning new laws, rules, and policies that may affect them.
- Assist the Office of the Tenant Advocate in resolving complaints about construction work in occupied multiple dwellings.
- Prepare correspondence to elected officials, community boards, and other interested parties concerning Department Regulatory Code activities.
- Assist with other tasks and special projects at the direction of the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Borough Office leadership.
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Job Type
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