RAT Academy Community Liaison, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

New York City Fire Department; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Fire Department is seeking a RAT Academy Community Liaison to support the Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services. This entry-level position involves community outreach, tracking programs, and liaising with city agencies to enhance public health initiatives. Join a dedicated team focused on improving health and safety in NYC.

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness programs

Premium-free health insurance

Public sector defined benefit pension plan

Work From Home Policy

Job security

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in community work or related activities.
• Strong focus on customer service and excellent writing skills.
• Ability to organize community events and track outreach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tracking Neighborhood Rat Reduction Program work.
• Serve as a Community Liaison for city agency contacts.
• Organize and track Rat Academy events in the community.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college

Job description

RAT Academy Community Liaison, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

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The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance and enforcement. With staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, child care, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control. The Division of Environmental Health seeks a Community Coordinator for its Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO

Assist with tracking Neighborhood Rat Reduction (NRR) Program work in Public Health Partners Connect (PHPC), including tracking and expanding the number of community partners, Rat Academy events, Community Outreach events, Event attendees.

Service as a Community Liaison for the processing of city agency contacts and contacts for elected officials, community partners and other contacts in Public Health Partners Connect (PHPC).

Organize and track Rat Academy events in the community using PHPC.

Generate reports in PHPC of referrals sent to agency and community partners. Respond to inquiries from City Agencies and track their responses and correspondence.

Assist with outreach and education work in all the Neighborhood Rat Reduction areas and perform outreach and education work in all Boroughs. Check the Rat Portal email and respond to inquiries from the public.

Receive and review Pest Management Plans from owners of large multi-family buildings and guide property owners on their pest remediation.

Track enforcement of non-compliant property owners when they fail to adequately respond to Commissioner's Orders.

Preferred Skills

Strong focus on customer services, excellent writing and communication skills.

Why you should work for us

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
  
  

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment to Equity

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.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

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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.
  
  

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.

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