The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), the largest public housing authority in North America, was created in 1935 to provide decent, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income New Yorkers.
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is home to roughly 1 in 16 New Yorkers across over 177,569 apartments within 335 housing developments through public housing, Section 8, and PACT/RAD programs.
The Voter Engagement Department is a newly formed unit dedicated to strengthening resident engagement and democratic processes in NYCHA communities. The team provides centralized oversight, coordination, and on-the-ground engagement for two critical initiatives:
- Tenant Association elections: Ensuring fair, transparent, and consistent election processes for Tenant Association leadership across all NYCHA developments. The team works closely with residents, NYCHA staff, and third-party election monitors to implement standardized procedures, promote resident participation and build leadership capacity.
- Development vote program: Administering and managing the Development Vote process, which empowers residents to vote on which modernization strategy will be implemented at their development. The team oversees outreach, education, and voting logistics to ensure an informed and equitable process.
The Voting Team aims to foster a culture of civic participation, leadership development, and accountability in NYCHA’s resident communities. The team seeks a dynamic and service-oriented Elections Manager with a passion for service. The Elections Manager will use a unique mixture of community engagement skills, get-out-the-vote (GOTV) experience, and housing policy knowledge to ensure that every resident has a voice in shaping their community. Candidate must have the ability to think on their feet and adapt to various situations – whether it be adjusting engagement strategies or resolving operational issues.
Reporting to the Deputy Director, the responsibilities of the Election Manager will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Plan and execute Tenant Association elections across NYCHA developments, including coordinating schedules, materials, and communications.
- Manage the Election Associates to ensure that work is being conducted in a timely manner.
- Help create and implement individualized engagement and voting plans for new development voting sites, including the scheduling of and participation in engagement activities such as door-knocking, phone-banking, and community events.
- Serve as a point of contact for residents, partners, and stakeholders during elections and voting processes.
- Track and maintain accurate records of election timelines, results, and resident feedback.
- Represent the Voter Engagement Department and present voter engagement materials at tenant and community meetings.
- Develop and maintain relationships with tenant leaders, key NYCHA leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure the success of civic engagement initiatives.
- Collect and analyze data related to elections and voter engagement, reporting key trends and areas for improvement.
- Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining materials and updating databases.
Additional Information
- Submit your cover letter and resume.
2.
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employees applying for promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
3.
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residents are encouraged to apply.
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provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).
Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.
Minimum Qualifications
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Experience working with NYCHA residents and/or a similar population.
- Cultural competence regarding the needs and experience of low-income individuals.
- Previous campaign and community engagement experience that involves motivating voters and/or other stakeholders around a policy issue is a plus.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment while being responsible for multiple tasks at one time.
- Excellent oral communications skills and the ability to engage a diversity of stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel throughout the five boroughs of New York City.
- Willingness to attend and present at evening meetings.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Bilingual ability a plus (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian).
Residency Requirement
NYCHA has no residency requirements.
Additional Information
- Submit your cover letter and resume.
2.
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employees applying for promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
3.
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residents are encouraged to apply.
4.
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provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).