The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish.
DYCD is looking for a Community Liaison who will perform the following duties:
• Participates in assessment and evaluation of DYCD facilities and NYCHA Cornerstone facilities.
• Interfaces with NYCHA personnel and community residents to ensure that needs are being met.
• Analyzes physical sites and recommends improvements.
• Assists in reporting and ensuring that repairs to the sites are responded to expeditiously.
• Liaising with essential stakeholders to ensure that resources are available and that timelines are
being adhered to
• Assists in quality control, conducts health and safety checks and inspection of work sites.
• Inspects facilities and grounds for safety and security; identifies and reports hazardous conditions and
facility maintenance needs to Project Manager.
• Assist in the recording of data for the planning and control of multiple projects.
• Follows safe working practices and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Performs related duties, as assigned by Administrative Services
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
• Knowledge of building, construction, and maintenance
• Excellent time management skills and team player
• Great logical thinking skills
• Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license.
To Apply
Search for the Job ID # 588699
External Candidates please go to www.nyc.gov/careers
Current NYC employees please go to www.nyc.gov/ess
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Public Svc Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF .
Hours/Shift
35 Hours Per Week
Work Location
2 Lafayette St., N.Y.
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.
POSTING DATE
07/31/2023
POST UNTIL
Until Filled
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.