Director of Civic Engagement Job at YMCA, New York, NY

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  • YMCA
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 Annually The YMCA of Greater New York is dedicated to empowering youth, improving health, and strengthening communities. Established in 1852, the Y now serves over half a million New Yorkers through programs at 24 branches. Community is central to our mission, connecting active residents to foster stronger neighborhoods. We promote a culture of learning, leadership, and collaboration, emphasizing trust, inclusion, growth, and development through our 'LEAP' career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth). Our commitment is to a people-first approach that enhances community impact. The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a Director of Civic Engagement to lead initiatives that enhance the YMCA's role in community empowerment through civic participation. The role involves developing partnerships, organizing events across branches, and managing voter registration and education programs. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader passionate about promoting democratic engagement and community education. Key Responsibilities: Partnership Development & Management Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, civic organizations, nonprofits, and community leaders. Identify and secure strategic partnerships to support community empowerment. Serve as the primary contact for civic engagement and voter education activities. Event Planning & Coordination Plan and execute civic engagement events across all branches, ensuring accessibility and impact. Coordinate workshops, community discussions, and other civic events. Manage logistics, marketing, and volunteers to maximize participation. Lead voter registration and education efforts, focusing on underserved populations. Implement educational campaigns on voting and civic responsibilities. Community Outreach & Engagement Develop outreach strategies for voter registration drives and civic participation campaigns. Engage branch staff in civic activities and ensure they are informed and involved. Evaluation & Reporting Assess program effectiveness through participation metrics and feedback. Collaborate with Fund Development to report on program needs and outcomes. Desired Skills & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in political science, public administration, social work, or related field, or equivalent experience. At least three years of experience in civic engagement, public policy, or community outreach, with proven partnership and event management skills. Strong knowledge of voter registration, civic rights, and educational best practices. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience in nonprofit or community organizations preferred. Passion for community empowerment and active citizenship. Benefits: The YMCA offers benefits including retirement, medical, paid time off, free membership, and more, based on employment status and hours worked. More details are available on our website. How to Apply: Interested candidates should complete our online application, submitting a résumé and cover letter explaining their interest. Current YMCA employees should apply through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone. #J-18808-Ljbffr YMCA

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