Community Engagement Coordinator

JACOB A RIIS NEIGHBORHOOD SETTLEMENT•New York, NY

12d•$30 - $30

About The Position

Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement (Riis Settlement), a community-based non-profit organization offering comprehensive services to the youth, adults, seniors, immigrants and families of Western Queens, is dedicated to civic engagement and organizing as integral to our mission “to build and strengthen underserved communities and act as a catalyst for change.” Job Summary: The Part-Time Community Engagement Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of community engagement activities that strengthen relationships between the organization and the Western Queens community. This role is responsible for executing outreach efforts, supporting programs and events, providing education and resources, and maintaining strong connections with community members and partners. Working in a part-time capacity, the coordinator focuses on day-to-day engagement efforts, ensuring a consistent community presence and high-quality program delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Community Development, Public Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
2–4 years of experience in community engagement, outreach, or program coordination
Experience working with diverse communities and populations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build relationships and effectively engage diverse groups
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Basic data tracking and reporting skills
Familiarity with the local community, including its needs and assets

Nice To Haves

Experience in a nonprofit or community-based organization preferred
Multilingual abilities strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct outreach to community members, partners, and stakeholders to promote programs and services
Represent the organization at community meetings, events, and outreach activities
Build and maintain positive relationships with community members and local organizations
Support the planning and execution of community events, workshops, and initiatives
Assist with logistics, including scheduling, setup, coordination, and follow-up
Ensure programs are welcoming, inclusive, and responsive to community needs
Maintain ongoing communication with existing community partners
Identify and help coordinate new partnership opportunities
Support volunteer recruitment, coordination, and engagement for events and programs
Help ensure volunteers have a positive and organized experience
Respond to community inquiries and provide information about programs and services
Support outreach efforts through flyers, emails, and social media
Maintain organized records of contacts, partnerships, and engagement activities