Elections Manager

City of New York • New York, NY

19h

About The Position

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), the largest public housing authority in North America, was created in 1935 to provide decent, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income New Yorkers. NYCHA is home to roughly 1 in 16 New Yorkers across over 177,569 apartments within 335 housing developments through public housing, Section 8, and PACT/RAD programs. The Voter Engagement Department is a newly formed unit dedicated to strengthening resident engagement and democratic processes in NYCHA communities. The team provides centralized oversight, coordination, and on-the-ground engagement for two critical initiatives: Tenant Association elections and the Development vote program. The Voting Team aims to foster a culture of civic participation, leadership development, and accountability in NYCHA’s resident communities. The team seeks a dynamic and service-oriented Elections Manager with a passion for service. The Elections Manager will use a unique mixture of community engagement skills, get-out-the-vote (GOTV) experience, and housing policy knowledge to ensure that every resident has a voice in shaping their community. Candidate must have the ability to think on their feet and adapt to various situations – whether it be adjusting engagement strategies or resolving operational issues. Reporting to the Deputy Director, the responsibilities of the Election Manager will include, but are not limited to the following:

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; or
• 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; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Nice To Haves

• Community engagement skills
• Get-out-the-vote (GOTV) experience
• Housing policy knowledge

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Tenant Association elections across NYCHA developments, including coordinating schedules, materials, and communications.
• Manage the Election Associates to ensure that work is being conducted in a timely manner.
• Help create and implement individualized engagement and voting plans for new development voting sites, including the scheduling of and participation in engagement activities such as door-knocking, phone-banking, and community events.
• Serve as a point of contact for residents, partners, and stakeholders during elections and voting processes.
• Track and maintain accurate records of election timelines, results, and resident feedback.
• Represent the Voter Engagement Department and present voter engagement materials at tenant and community meetings.
• Develop and maintain relationships with tenant leaders, key NYCHA leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure the success of civic engagement initiatives.
• Collect and analyze data related to elections and voter engagement, reporting key trends and areas for improvement.
• Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining materials and updating databases.

Benefits

• A choice of medical coverage plans
• Deferred compensation plans
• A defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level