What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Coordinator position at NYC Department of Social Services?
DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City’s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies what we do ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of city government and is instrumental to the successful day-to-day operations of the City of New York.
Our commitment to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability guides our work providing City agencies with the critical resources and support needed to succeed, including:
The Office of the Executive Deputy Commissioner of Citywide Operations (EDC) manages DCAS’ citywide functions including Citywide Procurement, Energy Management, Fleet, and Human Capital. EDC seeks to hire a Community Coordinator who will report directly to the Executive Deputy Commissioner and perform a broad range of responsibilities. This position will play a crucial role assisting the Executive Deputy Commissioner and senior staff regarding business, administrative, and strategic issues that arise across the various lines of services. The Community Coordinator’s portfolio will encompass key projects, initiatives, and/or policy proposals at the direction of the Executive Deputy Commissioner.
For current City employees please go to www.nyc.gov/ess and log into Employee Self Service.
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Minimum Qualifications
Experience working within New York City Government. Excellent presentation and design skills with Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office and Canva. Attention to detail the ability to handle a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. Experience working collaboratively in small teams and ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally. High level of initiative and motivation with the ability to effectively present and communicate goals and vision, through written as well as verbal communication. Excellent statistical and quantitative analysis skills a plus.
Public Service 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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
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.
Additional Information
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.
Our commitment to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability guides our work providing City agencies with the critical resources and support needed to succeed, including:
- Recruiting, hiring, and training City employees.
- Managing 55 public buildings.
- Acquiring, selling, and leasing City property.
- Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies.
- Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
- Leading the City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.
The Office of the Executive Deputy Commissioner of Citywide Operations (EDC) manages DCAS’ citywide functions including Citywide Procurement, Energy Management, Fleet, and Human Capital. EDC seeks to hire a Community Coordinator who will report directly to the Executive Deputy Commissioner and perform a broad range of responsibilities. This position will play a crucial role assisting the Executive Deputy Commissioner and senior staff regarding business, administrative, and strategic issues that arise across the various lines of services. The Community Coordinator’s portfolio will encompass key projects, initiatives, and/or policy proposals at the direction of the Executive Deputy Commissioner.
- Project Management – in coordination with the appropriate lines of service, agencies and team members, assist in overseeing and monitoring projects and policy initiatives to ensure goals are achieved within the applicable timelines.
- Presentation Support – develop compelling and digestible presentation materials, including visual presentations and talking points, utilizing often technical and complex information from operational teams.
- Research, Analysis and Writing – perform qualitative and quantitative research in connection with policy proposals, priority projects, agency initiatives, and programmatic support. Based on that analysis, provide recommendations – written and verbal -- to relevant staff members.
- Program Oversight – serve as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders; as directed, work to identify and problem solve for areas that require greater support or efficiency;
- Correspondence – support and edit efforts to communicate the agency’s undertakings and accomplishments, including as it relates to public inquiries, mandated reporting, official communications, and legislative hearings.
- General Support – as needed, provide administrative support and coordination, including preparation of briefing memoranda, talking points, background research and information, and meeting planning
For current City employees please go to www.nyc.gov/ess and log into Employee Self Service.
NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED
Minimum Qualifications
- 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.
Experience working within New York City Government. Excellent presentation and design skills with Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office and Canva. Attention to detail the ability to handle a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. Experience working collaboratively in small teams and ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally. High level of initiative and motivation with the ability to effectively present and communicate goals and vision, through written as well as verbal communication. Excellent statistical and quantitative analysis skills a plus.
Public Service 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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
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.
Additional Information
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.
