City of New York · 3 weeks ago
Employer Engagement and Partnerships Specialist
Manhattan, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$63K/yr - $90K/yr
2+ years expThe City of New York's Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) is dedicated to alleviating poverty and providing opportunities for New Yorkers. They are seeking an Employer Engagement Specialist to develop and maintain strong employer partnerships for their CRED NYC program, focusing on equity in workforce development and supporting initiatives for justice-involved individuals.
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Responsibilities
Cultivate and maintain relationships with employers and workforce partners, ensuring alignment with program goals, building trust and buy-in, and providing consistent follow-up to sustain partnerships
Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of employer engagement strategies and special projects, including equity-focused initiatives that expand access to opportunity for justice-involved New Yorkers and those impacted by community violence
Provide technical assistance to community-based organizations (CBOs), employers, and colleagues to strengthen worksite quality and improve employment outcomes for program participants
Assist in training and capacity building for CBO staff and employer partners through group presentations, one-on-one meetings, and resource sharing
Conduct research and data analysis to assess employer engagement outcomes, identify trends, and recommend strategies to enhance partnership impact
Contribute to communications and storytelling efforts that highlight the impact of partnerships, using digital platforms and creative tools to promote DYCD’s workforce initiatives
Utilize DYCD’s data and web-based systems (e.g., YEPS, DYCD Connect, SharePoint) to support partnership tracking and reporting
Collaborate with employers and partners to advance equity-focused initiatives through employer relationships, partnerships, and resource development, ensuring workforce programs are inclusive and accessible to all participants and support DYCD’s mission and vision to support all New Yorkers regardless of race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, neighborhood, immigration status, or disability
Work collaboratively across all DYCD workforce, youth services, and community development programs and provide support to the Deputy Director and Workforce Connect leadership team on special projects, events, and tasks as assigned
Work a flexible schedule, as determined by program needs
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Knowledge and experience working with justice-involved individuals and/or organizations serving justice-involved individuals or those at risk for being victims or perpetrators of gun violence preferred
Proven ability to develop strategic partnerships, cultivate mutually beneficial relationships, and gain buy-in and trust from diverse stakeholders
Experience in workforce development and/or partnership building with employers across sectors
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to innovate, adapt, and maximize impact by effectively leveraging limited time and resources
Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in program design and implementation
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable insights
Proven ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with people
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort using data-driven systems
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
City of New York
City of New York, often called as New York City, is the most populous city in United States.
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