ELECTIONS MANAGER

City of New York • New York, NY

1d • $62,868 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

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
• Ability to think on their feet and adapt to various situations

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

• Choice of medical coverage plans
• Deferred compensation plans
• 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