OUTREACH DATA SPECIALIST

The NYC Public Engagement Unit (PEU) identifies and executes proactive strategies to connect New Yorkers to key City services. We work on the City’s most impactful policies, including connecting uninsured New Yorkers to social safety net benefits, increasing the supply of apartments available to rental voucher holders, and protecting vulnerable tenants.

PEU uses data to identify the right outreach targets. We seek two early-career Outreach Data Specialists to help implement and report on on-going outreach and community engagement activities. Under general supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, an Outreach Data Specialist assists in developing and planning community programs; provides necessary and important community services; and collaborates with other Outreach Specialists at PEU.

PEU is recruiting two (2) Community Associates to function as Outreach Data Specialists who will:

- Liaise with partners who provide external data sources, including from other City agencies, to
develop outreach plans and target lists for PEU outreach team.

- Train and support PEU staff in the use of various outreach data systems, including the Voter
Activation Network, Salesforce, Hustle and Mobilize.

- Use data to build dashboards, reports and presentations that inform the strategy and execution
of PEU outreach teams.

- Coordinate PEU Outreach Specialists’ contact with NYC residents to address their needs around
housing, healthcare and benefits.

- Record the results of outreach activities in custom-built software systems.



Work Location 3051: Manhattan 260 11th Ave, New York NY 10001

Hours/Schedule: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm or Tuesday - Saturday 10:30am – 6:30pm

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

Qualification Requirements
1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

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.