Borough Engagement Director

City of New York; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York’s Mayor’s Office seeks a Special Assistant (MA)-MGRL to lead community engagement efforts in Manhattan. The Deputy Borough Director will manage a team, maintain key relationships, and coordinate across civic and community meetings to advance Office of Mass Engagement initiatives.

The role emphasizes leadership, calm under pressure at public events, and the ability to build strong relationships with diverse borough communities. Residency in NYC is generally required.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in government and/or community organizing in a related area.
• Preference for demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and staff in a borough setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain key relationships and track high-level issues in the borough.
• Identify and maintain organizing opportunities in the borough.
• Manage a team of organizers building engagement layers across the borough.
• Attend civic, community board, and community meetings.
• Ensure follow-up on constituent cases when relevant.
• Represent the Mayor’s Office in emergency situations and coordinate with citywide liaisons.

Skills

Leadership

Public engagement

Collaboration

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years govt/ organizing experience or equivalent

Job description

City of New York’s Mayor’s Office seeks a Special Assistant (MA)-MGRL to lead community engagement efforts in Manhattan. The Deputy Borough Director will manage a team, maintain key relationships, and coordinate across civic and community meetings to advance Office of Mass Engagement initiatives.

The role emphasizes leadership, calm under pressure at public events, and the ability to build strong relationships with diverse borough communities. Residency in NYC is generally required.