Recruitment & Outreach Associate
About The Position
Green City Force is seeking a dynamic, community-centered Recruitment & Outreach Associate who is passionate about connecting young adults to opportunities that create real impact. This role is ideal for someone who loves relationship-building, youth engagement, storytelling, and community organizing. The Recruitment & Outreach Associate plays a key role in helping young New Yorkers discover and access Green City Force’s Service Corps program. Through outreach, events, partnerships, and candidate support, this person will help inspire the next generation of leaders working toward healthier, more sustainable communities. This is a hybrid, field-based role that includes travel across all five boroughs, along with office and remote work. ROA will be expected to work 2 Saturdays per month based on need with adjusted usual Monday-Friday schedule when applicable. Green City Force (GCF) welcomes applications from Staten Island residents.
Requirements
- Passionate about youth development, community impact, and sustainability
- Excited to connect young adults to meaningful opportunities and career pathways
- A strong communicator who builds trust easily across diverse communities
- Organized, dependable, collaborative, and proactive
- Comfortable speaking in groups, facilitating conversations, and engaging people one-on-one
- Familiar with social media platforms and basic digital tools such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
Nice To Haves
- Green City Force alumni are strongly encouraged to apply
- Experience in youth development, community outreach, workforce development, sustainability, organizing, or related fields preferred
- Experience working with young adults ages 18–24 and/or NYCHA communities strongly preferred
- Valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within 3 months of hire) preferred
Responsibilities
- Build relationships with young adults interested in joining Green City Force programs
- Lead and support information sessions, outreach events, tryouts, and onboarding activities
- Maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process
- Help ensure applicants successfully complete enrollment requirements and documentation
- Represent Green City Force with enthusiasm, professionalism, and authenticity
- Support outreach efforts across NYC through tabling, flyering, community events, and meetings
- Strengthen relationships with NYCHA communities, community-based organizations, and city partners
- Help expand awareness of Green City Force programs and opportunities
- Assist with tracking outreach activities, collecting event documentation, and supporting reporting needs
- Create engaging social media and outreach content, including photos, graphics, and short videos
- Support the organization’s online presence and community engagement across platforms
- Collaborate with staff to share stories that highlight Corps Member experiences and impact
- Assist with multimedia content for major events and campaigns
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and organizational events
- Maintain timely and accurate communication, documentation, and data tracking
- Contribute ideas to strengthen recruitment strategies and community engagement efforts
Benefits
- comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- generous paid time off & holidays
- transportation subsidy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
