Community Engagement Associate

About the Agency
The Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW) seeks to eliminate inequities resulting in premature mortality. CHECW focuses on social determinants of health and partners with community, faith‑based, and health care organizations to address inequity in NYC.

Position Summary
The Bureau of Finance, Administration and Services (BFAS) seeks to hire a Special Associate for Community‑Based Events (SACBE). The core responsibilities include engaging with community members, promoting employment opportunities, and supporting event and outreach activities.

Responsibilities

Create and deliver presentations to introduce Bureau of Neighborhood Health programs and employment opportunities in community settings.

Preferred Skills

Willingness to travel to Brooklyn, Bronx, and Harlem Neighborhood Health Centers.

Minimum of two years of experience developing and presenting PowerPoint presentations.

Detail‑oriented with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Ability to prioritize and manage workload independently and collaboratively.

Working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets.

Benefits

Loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs for city employees.

Premium‑free health insurance plan.

Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits based on union/benefit fund.

Public sector defined benefit pension plan.

Tax‑deferred savings program.

Robust worksite wellness program.

Work‑from‑home policy allowing up to two days per week.

Job security and opportunity to serve New Yorkers.

Minimum Qualifications

High‑school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community‑centered activities related to the duties described above; or

Education and/or experience equivalent to the above.

Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. City employees who have worked for the City for two continuous years may also be eligible to reside in specified neighboring counties.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request accommodation for the application or interview process, contact Sye‑Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347‑396‑6549.

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