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Vice President, Community Partnerships

New York City Economic Development Corporation
Location
New York, New York, United States
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Government and Community Partnerships
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in public policy, urban planning, political science, community development, public administration, or a related field
  • At least 7 years of experience working with elected officials, government affairs, public agencies, community engagement, public policy, and/or campaigns
  • Experience building productive relationships with community stakeholders, elected officials, public agencies, labor, advocacy organizations, and cross-functional teams
  • Proven experience developing engagement strategies, facilitating stakeholder input, and translating qualitative and quantitative feedback into practical recommendations
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly to senior leaders, public officials, community stakeholders, and the public
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines while maintaining organization, accuracy, sound judgment, and appropriate escalation of risks
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with New York City government, land use, public approval processes, legislative processes, or community planning strongly preferred
What the job really is

The Vice President of Community Partnerships will lead strategies to build trust and accountability between NYCEDC and the communities it serves. This role involves overseeing community engagement initiatives, participatory planning, and ensuring that community priorities are integrated into NYCEDC projects and policies. The VP will also manage staff, establish engagement practices, and maintain relationships with various stakeholders to promote equitable community growth.

Benefits
  • Generous employer subsidized health insurance
  • Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
  • Vision and hearing benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Short term and long-term disability coverage
  • 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the tools or technologies used in community engagement initiatives
  • The role requires frequent field-based and community-facing work, which may involve evening and weekend commitments
  • Salary range is somewhat narrow, which may limit negotiation flexibility
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