The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism.
The Department of Probation is recruiting one Community Coordinator to function as a Human Resources (HR) Quality Assurance Coordinator.
Under the direction of the HR Director, with very wide latitude for independent judgment and initiative the HR Quality Assurance Coordinator will:
- Serves as the point of contact for initiating onboarding and hiring process for all prospective employees
- Ensure that personnel transactions and records (including leave transactions) are updated and accurate. Serve as a principal resource to key executive staff within the assigned area of responsibility.
- Assist HR management with both short and long-range planning for staffing needs to meet their operational goals and objectives within headcount and budgetary constraints.
- Respond to difficult and sensitive programmatic staff inquiries and complaints and assist with resolutions and alternative recommendations
- Review, interpret and recommend policy, process, or program improvements.
- Represent the Department at various recruitment events and career fairs.
- Assist with special projects as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
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
- Ability to work with culturally diverse population
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
- Ability to meet time frames, and ensure that services are provided in timely and professional manner
- Ability to work independently, as well as contribute to team.
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.