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Community Engagement and Communications Manager Office of Racial Equity Location: Manhattan Employment Type: Full-time Salary: $62,868.00 - $97,593.00 Job Description Salary: The City of New York Office of the Mayor's compensation package includes a competitive market salary, equity for all full-time roles and exceptional benefits. Our cash compensation range for this role is $85,000 - $95,000. The Problems You'll Solve: The Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs seeks a strategic, experienced, and mission-driven professional to serve as Community Engagement & Communications Manager. This role will be responsible for supporting the Director of the LGBTQIA+ Affairs in a broad range of communications, community engagement, and operational functions. The Community Engagement & Communications Manager will serve as a key advisor to the Director, leading the Office's community engagement and communications efforts. This individual will play a critical role in establishing, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with LGBTQIA+ communities, coordinating outreach initiatives, strategic communications campaigns, supporting public-facing communications, and advancing cross-agency collaboration. The Community Engagement & Communications Manager will help ensure the Office is effectively positioned to promote its mission, promote its work, increase visibility, and support equity-focused initiatives across all areas of the Office's work. The Community Engagement & Communications Manager will report to the Director of the LGBTQIA+ Affairs. Position Summary: The Community Engagement & Communications Manager will initiate and support outreach, communications, and public engagement efforts for the Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs. This role will help establish, maintain, and strengthen relationships with LGBTQIA+ communities across New York City while promoting our work, supporting public awareness campaigns, community partnerships, and strategic communications initiatives. The Community Engagement & Communications Manager will work closely with community-based organizations, advocacy groups, City agencies, private-sector partners, external governmental partners, and internal leadership to ensure that LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers are informed, represented, and connected to City resources and initiatives. The position requires strong communication skills, event coordination experience, cultural competence, and a commitment to equity and inclusive public engagement. Key Responsibilities: Support development and implementation of community engagement and communications strategies for the Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs. Build and maintain relationships with LGBTQIA+ community organizations, advocacy groups, service providers, and other stakeholders across New York City. Coordinate and support community meetings, listening sessions, public events, and outreach initiatives. Draft and manage communications materials including newsletters, social media content, talking points, press materials, presentations, website content, and community updates. Assist with planning and promotion of public awareness campaigns and Citywide initiatives related to the work of the Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs. Monitor community concerns, emerging issues, and public feedback impacting LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers. Support coordination with City agencies to promote equitable and inclusive messaging and community-centered outreach efforts. Represent the Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs at community events, forums, and interagency meetings. Maintain outreach tracking systems, stakeholder contact lists, and engagement reports. Collaborate with internal teams on strategic initiatives, public education efforts, and special projects. Support rapid response communications and stakeholder coordination during time-sensitive issues when needed. Exercising sound judgment and discretion in managing sensitive and confidential matters on behalf of the Director. Coordinating across internal teams and external partners to advance equity-focused initiatives for LGBTQIA+ communities. Providing strategic, tactical, and project management support across the Office as priorities evolve. Performing additional responsibilities as assigned to support the mission. Minimum Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or 2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above. Preferred Skills About You: - Bachelor's degree preferred in communications, public relations, public administration, social work, journalism, urban studies, or a related field. - Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience in communications, community engagement, public affairs, advocacy, nonprofit work, or government, with demonstrated experience working on issues impacting the LGBTQIA+ community. - Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience creating public-facing materials. - Experience organizing community events, outreach campaigns, or stakeholder engagement initiatives. - Strong cultural competence and understandings of issues impacting LGBTQIA+ communities, including transgender, gender non-conforming, non-binary (TGNCNB) people, people across all age strata including youth and elder populations, people living with disabilities, and communities of color. - Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and build strong community partnerships. - Experience managing social media platforms and digital communications. - Strong organizational and time and project management skills with attention to detail. - Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. - Commitment to equity, inclusion, and public service. - Familiarity with New York City government and community engagement practices are preferred. Preferred Areas of Expertise: Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: - LGBTQIA+ advocacy and outreach - Community organizing - Public communications - Digital media and social media strategy - Event planning and coordination - Public policy and government affairs - Equity and inclusion initiatives - Grassroots engagement - Strategic partnerships Public Service Loan Forgiveness 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 Residency Requirement 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. Additional Information 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.

Laboratory Analyst DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Full-time NYC-ALL BOROS Exam may be required Air Resource/Asbestos $52,518.00 - $70,727.00 Job Description IMPORTANT: To be considered for interview, ALL candidates must be serving PERMANENT in the Associate Chemist 01 Civil Service title. The New York City Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) mission is to protect public health and the environment by supplying clean drinking water, collecting and treating wastewater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. We deliver 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water per day to 8.3 million New York City residents and more than 1 million people in Upstate New York, and we collect and treat an average of 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater per day. The Bureau of Sustainability Environmental Testing Laboratory provides testing for the BEC Asbestos Enforcement Unit in accordance with New York State, Department of Health regulations. The Lab works in providing quick, efficient and accurate results to the Asbestos Enforcement unit. The laboratory provides legally defensible reports for Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings/Environmental Control Board, to pursue appropriate remediation activities. These results will help facilitate rapid remediation control of asbestos fibers to ensure safety of citizen across New York City. The laboratory seeks to hire (4) Associate Chemist Level 01's to serve as Laboratory Analysts in the laboratory located in Queens, New York. The selected candidates will have responsibility in performing routine testing of bulk building material for the presence of Asbestos fibers and will be responsible for calibration of equipment; updating data in calibration log books accurately; completing on-line excel bench sheets, documenting testing of samples; successful participation in proficiency testing rounds; adhering to all quality control and standard operating procedures outlined in the laboratory Quality and Standard Operating Procedural Manuals; comply and follow all safety procedures outlined in the Chemical Hygiene Plan; Individual must have completed a specialized training course in Microscopic Identification of Asbestos fibers by PLM. Since the laboratory operates 24/7, candidates must be available to work on the Standby schedule each month. Since driving a city vehicle while on standby is required, candidates should possess a valid NYS driver's license. Minimum Qualifications Qualification Requirements A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 16 semester credits in chemistry and 8 semester credits in any one or a combination of the following areas: chemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, environmental science, forensic science, or other natural science. Certificate Requirement At the time of appointment to a clinical laboratory, candidates must possess a valid License as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist issued by the New York State Education Department. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. Additional Qualification Requirements For Assignment Level II and above. To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II and above, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements described for Assignment Level I, at least two years of fulltime satisfactory experience performing chemical or physical analyses in a laboratory. Education may be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 graduate semester credits from an accredited college in any of the areas of study described in the qualification requirements above for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with the specialized credits as described above. Preferred Skills The ideal candidate must have at least one year's working experience in an environmental testing laboratory performing testing on environmental samples. Experience and knowledge of various testing methods. Possess general knowledge in the area of asbestos testing by polarized light microscopy. The most suitable candidate would also possess the following skills: Microsoft Word, OneDrive, and Excel. Experience driving in the 5 boroughs of NYC. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness 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. Residency Requirement 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. Additional Information 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.

Associate Commissioner for External Affairs The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) oversees housing standards across all 3.7 million homes in New York City. As the nation's largest municipal housing agency, HPD is responsible for building and preserving affordable housing, protecting tenants from harassment and displacement, and holding landlords accountable across the five boroughs. Under Commissioner Dina Levy and the Mamdani Administration, HPD is pursuing an ambitious housing agenda focused on the needs of New York's tenants. With a broad set of tools including standards enforcement, tenant resources, and the creation of new affordable housing, HPD is committed to making New York City a more affordable place for renters and homeowners alike. The Office of External Affairs advances and promotes the agency's priorities in support of HPD's mission. It is comprised of two divisions: the Division of Government Affairs and the Division of Communications. The Division of Government Affairs works with City, State, and federal elected officials, as well as agencies, policy makers, advocates, and other stakeholders to assess, craft, and secure legislative changes needed to implement HPD's goals of creating and preserving affordable housing and protecting the quality and safety of the City's housing stock. The Division of Communications oversees all public relations for the agency and is responsible for crafting a proactive strategy to promote agency initiatives, programs, and accomplishments to the media, our partners, our staff, and the public. The division manages interactions with the press, social media channels, the agency's website, internal communications, and digital and print materials. As a senior official within the agency, you will be responsible for making sure your office and senior leadership work together to execute the Commissioner's, Deputy Mayor's, and Mayor's initiatives and policy objectives. In close coordination with external agency partners, you will also be responsible for facilitating improved communication, coordination, and collaboration within your team, among other teams at the agency, and with external stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and executing robust external affairs and communications strategies for the agency, including for public events, brand building, press relations, digital media, issue-based campaigns, and legislator and general stakeholder relationship management. Managing creative production and message consistency of the launch of any advertising, traditional media coverage, web content, and social media efforts. Overseeing all public relations activities and formal communications materials generated by the agency, including press releases. Ensuring the Commissioner is fully prepared for meetings, speaking engagements, and other public appearances and/or represent the Commissioner at external meetings and events as required, fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders. Managing New York City's affordable housing legislative agenda at the city, state, and federal levels. Identifying hearings and bills that relate and impact the agency's ability to deliver on our agenda. Collaborating with policy makers, advocates, and planners to assess and craft housing policies for managing the agency's external positioning on any relevant non-housing legislation or policies. Ensuring the agency is adequately prepared for public hearings and responding to inquiries from the general public and elected officials to execute on successfully advancing those goals. Building and sustaining strong team culture based on equity, inclusivity collaboration, and responsiveness. Preferred skills and experience include: Exceptional team- and project-management skills, including ability to execute. Proven ability to manage multiple teams and complex projects with multiple internal and external stakeholders; receive direction and anticipate next steps; think through, communicate, document, organize, and execute on project goals and keep other team members on schedule. Ability to manage up, down, and across teams. Attentive to the details, organized, and able to follow through. Subject-matter expertise. Knowledge of New York City government, affordable housing, urban planning principles and processes; basic understanding of real estate development principles; masters degree in urban planning, urban studies, public policy, real estate or a related field; substantial professional experience in a related field. Outstanding communication skills. Extremely strong written, verbal, and presentation skills. Proven ability to produce high-quality materials in a variety of formats for internal and external audiences. Good judgment. Ability to analyze a situation, understand what is needed, understand when additional input is needed, flag or resolve issues as necessary, and escalate when appropriate. Collaborative and creative spirit. Excited to be part of a team, to work with others to solve problems creatively and get quality work done. Ability to hear, take, and give feedback effectively and productively; to motivate peers to get the job done. Minimum qualifications include: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of experience in one or more of the following areas: community organization, social work, urban development projects, real estate, public administration, or a related field, of which two years must have been in a field directly related to neighborhood improvement such as housing, community organization, urban renewal or planning, or real estate. A Law Degree or graduate work in an appropriate field may be substituted for up to two years of the general experience required; or Education and/or experience equivalent to "1