DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

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Company: New York City HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Location: Queens, NY 11415

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    The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV) develops policies and programs, provides training and prevention education, conducts research and evaluations, performs community outreach and operates the NYC Family Justice Centers. These comprehensive service centers provide vital social service, civil legal and criminal justice assistance under one roof to survivors of domestic and gender-based violence. The office collaborates with City agencies and community stakeholders to ensure access to inclusive services for survivors of domestic and gender-based violence.

    The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence formulates policies and programs, coordinates the citywide delivery of domestic violence services, and works with diverse communities to increase awareness of domestic violence. ENDGBV works closely with community leaders, health care providers, City agencies and representatives from the criminal justice system to hold batterers accountable and to create solutions that are critical to preventing domestic violence in New York City.

    The New York City Family Justice Centers (FJC) is an initiative of ENDGBV established in collaboration with the New York City District Attorney Offices, other City agencies, and community-based organizations. The FJC’s offer coordinated services to survivors of domestic violence in one location.

    The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV) is recruiting for one (1) Community Coordinator to function as the Director of Programs and Community Partnerships at the Queens FJC who will:

  • Create and implement a community outreach and education plan regarding the FJC, domestic violence, and other related topics, in conjunction with the Executive Director and Deputy Director.

  • Create and develop an FJC training program for all staff and volunteers, and maintain training materials, in conjunction with the Executive Director and Deputy Director.

  • Assist in the day-to-day operation of the FJC, including implementing FJC policies and protocols, facilitating communication between administrative staff and partners, and ensuring efficient and effective client service at the FJC.

  • Assist with reporting on all grants which fund the FJC, as well as analysis and compilation of other data tracked at the FJC.

  • Assist with managing the FJC database system of aggregate data regarding clients served.

  • Maintain regular contact with on-site and off-site partners and attending all relevant FJC partner meetings.

  • Develop and manage a volunteer program.

Minimum Qual Requirements

1. 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

2. 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

3. 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.

Preferred Skills

  • Very strong organizational, interpersonal/collaborative and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work independently, multi-task while handling a large volume, with a commitment to follow- up and detail.

  • Experience in the field of domestic violence/social services and/or understanding of the network of City and nonprofit service provision in New York City.

  • Ability to work well in a team environment and with all levels of supervisory and frontline staff, which includes experience with working with diverse cultures.

  • Familiarity with data collection, surveys and evaluation protocols.

  • Comfort with public speaking.

  • Proficient computer skills for internet research and use of standard computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Access).

  • Proficiency in a second language, preferred.

Additional Information

**LOAN FORGIVENESS

The Federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees.

Working with the DSS/HRA/DHS qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program’s other requirements.

Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements:

https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

In addition, the Human Resources Administration/Department of Social Services offers competitive salaries and the following benefits:

Generous Pension Plans (The New York Employees’ Retirement System);
401(k) and Roth 457 Retirement Savings Programs;
U.S. Savings Bonds Flexible Spending Program;
Health Benefits, Dental, Vision Coverage, Prescription Drug Program;
Training and Professional Development;
Opportunity for Scholarship; College Savings Program;

Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave.

To Apply

This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program.”

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Hours/Shift

Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.