PEU OUTREACH SPECIALIST

The NYC Public Engagement Unit (PEU) identifies and executes proactive strategies to connect New Yorkers to key City services. Relying heavily on data analytics, new technologies, and large-scale outreach tactics, the unit identifies New Yorkers in need of assistance and helps them navigate and obtain City services.

The Public Engagement Unit consists of teams of specialists who are trained to effectively engage New Yorkers and connect them with vital resources. The Unit uses data to identify demographics that likely want or need city services; and works with partner agencies, elected officials, community groups, non-profit organizations, and service providers to engage directly with communities and subject matter experts in all five boroughs. The unit is frequently involved in citywide events, special projects in conjunction with multiple city agencies, and targeted days of action.

PEU is seeking Outreach Specialists with experience with community-based outreach and/or case management. Successful candidates should have at least one year of community, issue, labor or political organizing experience, and excellent communications and outreach skills. The candidate should have demonstrated the ability to closely track metrics and outcomes and be detail-oriented and organized. Familiarity with New York City government, housing issues, and a commitment to helping others is preferred.

PEU is recruiting for three (3) Community Associate to function as an PEU Outreach Specialist who will

- Respond to incoming calls from the Tenant Helpline.

- Engage New Yorkers through various outreach tactics including door-to-door canvassing,
phone calls, and peer-to-peer texting to assess their needs and inform them of relevant City
services and resources.

- Provide ongoing case management to enable New Yorkers to navigate how to access
benefits with a primary focus on the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.

- Maintain ongoing reporting and communication with their assigned supervisor.

- Liaise with stakeholders in the community, including community-based organizations
and agency partners.

- Assist with partners’ outreach efforts to provide additional resources and information to
New Yorkers city-wide.

- Assist with special projects, as needed.


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

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

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.