The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on what works, staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism.

The Department of Probation are recruiting two (2) Community Associates to function under the Fleet Operations Unit. With latitude for independent judgment and initiative who will, the Community Associate will:

- Assist in loading and unloading of materials, equipment, and passengers.
- Report any accidents in which the vehicle may have been involved.
- Watch for traffic hazards while labor force is engaged in making emergency repairs.
- Responsible for tools, supplies, materials, and equipment carried in or on the assigned vehicle.
- Prepare and submit daily trip reports.
- When not driving, may be required to perform such additional duties as running errands, answering phones, and delivering mail and/or small packages.
- Assists in delivering and picking-up vehicles from vendors.
- Delivers supplies and materials to facilities.
- Transports staff for special assignments, events, and shelter tours during and after working hours.
- Provides routine maintenance on vehicles by refueling/changing oil/checking tires/horns/lights/brakes/wipers and others to ensure the safety operation of the vehicles.

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.

Must have Microsoft computer skills, resolving all field teams issues. Dealing with DCAS, and all other outside vendors. Scheduling preventative maintenance for vehicle, arranging for defensive driving courses, gas cards, fob keys, placard. Informing field teams of any violations they committed, Help maintaining internal fleet reports.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.