The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening in its Community Partnerships Unit (CPU) for a Youth and Education Coordinator. The mission of CPU is to advance DANY’s goal to serve and protect the people of Manhattan by fostering trust between the community and law enforcement, increasing access to office resources, raising awareness of crime issues, and creating partnerships that prevent crime and enhance public safety. CPU seeks to educate all ages and communities on topics including but not limited to: Gun Violence Prevention, Domestic Violence, Identity Theft, SCAMS, and Internet Safety. In this role, the Education Coordinators are responsible for coordinating the CPU's educational initiatives.


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Develop and maintain relationships with Manhattan South school leadership and community-based programs.
- Update presentations and materials to meet community needs.
- Coordinate with Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) to ensure participation in the educational outreach events.
- Coordinate and co-facilitate high-quality court tours, trainings, and presentations.
- Represent DANY at community events.
- Assist in running youth educational programs.
- Support special initiatives focused on youth and education engagement and to prevent violence.
- Draft and submit weekly reports reflecting community concerns and priorities, specifically on youth and educational engagement.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.


In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, all candidates must possess the following:

- Level 1 - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
- Level 2 - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and one (1) year of relevant experience.


Preferred Requirements/Skills:

- Working knowledge of the New York City criminal justice system, including the District Attorney’s Office (DANY), NYC government (specifically the Department of Education), and New York State court systems.
- Superior organizational, communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.
- Creative problem-solving abilities, combined with resourcefulness, initiative, and sound judgment.
- Experience facilitating discussions with community members of varying ages.
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in using Excel to manage data.
- Experience working with vulnerable populations.
- Fluency in Spanish or another non-English language.
- Knowledge of the Department of Education landscape in New York County
- Passion for fostering education and raise awareness about the criminal justice system.


How to Apply:

- Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.


Hours/Shift:

- Monday - Friday, from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
- Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends.


Additional Information:

- Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
- Looking for candidates that could commit to one (1) year to the hiring unit.
- Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

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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.