Trainer, Race to Justice, Office of Deputy Commissioner

City of New York • Long Island City, NY

11d

About The Position

The Trainer will support education initiatives and serve as a core collaborative partner on the Race to Justice Management Team within the Office of the Deputy Commissioner/Chief Equity Officer, housed in the Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness. Race to Justice is the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s agency-wide transformation initiative to promote anti-racism and embed racial equity and social justice in its policies, processes, and programs.

The role facilitates ongoing Race to Justice Core Workshop sessions, coordinates training logistics and communications, supports co-facilitators, and helps prepare and deliver training materials and additional learning opportunities. The Trainer also provides technical assistance and training to co-facilitators and contributes to team operations and strategic recommendations that support equitable practices across the agency.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties; or high school graduation or equivalent and six years of related experience; or equivalent education and/or experience. All candidates must have at least one year of the described experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to health equity, racial and gender justice for communities of color, including LGBTQ+ and TGNC communities and cisgender women of color.
• Ability to facilitate learning and engagement around racial equity and social justice.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including public speaking, workshop facilitation, and content development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email systems, and core office software.
• Demonstrated success working with diverse groups, building teams, and developing collaborative relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple activities and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of professional experience evaluating learning and development activities for knowledge, attitude, and skill changes, as well as participant satisfaction.
• Experience in public health, particularly knowledge of core racial equity and social justice concepts.
• Knowledge of government or public health departments, or experience in a similarly complex organizational structure.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate continuous delivery of Race to Justice Core Workshop sessions.
• Coordinate staffing, attendance, logistics, and communications for training sessions.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, communication, and engagement of co-facilitators, and help distribute training needs and resources.
• Prepare curricula, facilitator guides, participant handouts, and reference materials.
• Support the design, development, and ongoing delivery of additional Race to Justice training and supportive opportunities.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance and hands-on training to co-facilitators in workshop facilitation techniques and effective presentation strategies for multiple audiences.
• Contribute to the Race to Justice Management Team’s overall functions and collaborative initiatives.
• Help formulate strategic recommendations to leadership, staff, and external equity partners to streamline communication and embed equitable practices in agency operating procedures.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for federal or state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
• Premium-free health insurance plan.
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available depending on the position’s union or benefit fund.
• Public-sector defined-benefit pension plan.
• Tax-deferred savings program.
• Worksite Wellness Program.
• Depending on the position, the ability to work from home up to two days during the week.
• Job security compared with private-sector employment.

What This Job Offers

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