Those candidates who possess a PERMANENT Administrative Community Relations Specialist title or is reachable on the Administrative Community Relations Specialist exam, are strongly encouraged to apply.


The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish. Our central task is administering available city, state, and federal funds to a wide range of innovative, practical, and quality programs that positively impact youth and communities. Under the supervision of the Director, the Deputy Director will be responsible for providing day-to-day supervision of staff, contractual compliance and ensuring program quality throughout New York City. Some specific duties of the Deputy Director include but are not limited to: Assures adherence to agency policies and procedures, as well as in federal/state/city regulations governing programs. Establishes and maintains supervisory controls to ensure the unit’s work is processed in a consistent and timely manner. Ensures that subordinates adhere to the Agency’s (DYCD) Policy and procedures and maintain a work environment consistent with the goals and objectives of our agency. Holds regular supervision meetings with subordinates individually and as a group to provide direction and collect information. Evaluate staff annually. Analyzes performance data and provides technical assistance and directs corrective action for underperforming Community-Based Organization (CBO) contractors. Conduct site visits to program sites and respond to public inquires. Prepare unit reports including – biweekly reports, accomplishment reports, data & program summary reports and presentations, etc. As assigned by Assistant Commissioner, Director, and/or Deputy Director attends special training/meetings. Represents DYCD at conferences, symposia, and other forums. Advise the Director in the development and implementation of all policies, including attendance and outcome tracking systems. Performs other duties as assigned or directed. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Support the Director in shaping and executing organizational strategy with a focus on innovation, agility, and sustainable impact. Creative Problem Solving: Lead the development of novel solutions to complex challenges, fostering a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement. Operational Excellence: Oversee high-priority projects and programs, ensuring timely delivery, quality outcomes, and alignment with organizational goals. Innovation Champion: Identify emerging trends, technologies, and opportunities to enhance organizational effectiveness and service delivery. Team Leadership & Development: Inspire and mentor a high-performing team; promote a collaborative, inclusive, and high-energy culture. Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders; represent the organization at key meetings and events. Rapid Execution: Operate with urgency and decisiveness, driving progress on multiple fronts while adapting quickly to change.

ADMIN COMMUNITY RELATIONS SPEC - 1002F

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U. S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and four years of satisfactory, full-time community liaison, community organization or community relations experience, at least two years of which must have been in a broad administrative or policy-making capacity with responsibility for planning, organizing, coordinating, developing, evaluating and/or administering a large community service program or activity; or
2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and eight years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in "1" above, at least two years of which must have been in a broad administrative or policy-making capacity with responsibilities as described in "1" above; or
3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. Undergraduate education above the high school level may be substituted for the community liaison, community organization or community relations experience, but not for the two years of broad administrative or policy-making experience described in "1" above, at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university (as described above) for each year of experience, up to a maximum of 4 years. Graduate education beyond the baccalaureate degree may be substituted for the community liaison, community organization or community relations experience, but not for the two years of broad administrative or policy-making experience described in "1" above, on the basis of 30 graduate credits from an accredited college or university (as described above) for each year of experience, up to a maximum of 2 years. However, all candidates must possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational
equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and two years of full-time experience in a broad administrative or policy-making capacity with responsibilities as described in "1" above.

We are seeking an independent, self-motivated individual with strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate must also have experience in supervision and coaching experience in program management and development, preferably in the field of human service programs and youth development direct experience working with youth ability to make presentations at public meetings and conferences and experience in facilitating meetings and reporting. Minimum Qualification Requirements A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time, satisfactory professional, technical or administrative experience in one or more of the following fields: program evaluation, contract negotiations/management, business or public administration, contract community relations, or related fields at least eighteen months must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or supervising professional personnel performing work in program evaluation, contract negotiation/management, business or public administration or A four-year high school diploma, or its equivalent, and six years of full-time, professional, technical or administrative work experience in one or more of the fields cited above at least eighteen months must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or supervising professional personnel as described in "1" above or A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience as cited above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, or executive experience or experience supervising professional personnel as described in "1" above.

This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. Residency

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.