Outreach Coordinator, Careers in Construction

Overview of Position

Salary Range: $60,000-$63,000

Rebuilding Together NYC (RTNYC) is a nonprofit organization that transforms the lives of New Yorkers by preparing under-employed individuals for careers in construction and preserving homes in under- resourced NYC communities. Through our critical home repair and accessibility modifications program, we improve the safety, health of homes, and through our Careers in Construction program (formerly known as Workforce Training Program), we re-skill individuals for union apprenticeships. Lastly, through our community revitalization program we provide opportunities for volunteers to renovate and update non-profit and community centers.

The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for implementing and overseeing all recruitment and community linkages for CIC (Careers in Construction). CIC is a six-week construction training program that prepares unemployed and underemployed residents for entry level apprenticeship opportunities in the construction industry connecting them with the unionized building trades. This position reports to the Program Director for CIC. This position will be on-site four days a week at our Gowanus office location.

Specific Responsibilities

Manage recruitment and intake processes to ensure that eligible participants are successfully enrolled in the program.
Create and update all CIC (Careers in Construction) program marketing materials.
Processes applications and verify applicants meet the eligibility criteria.
Responsible for sourcing and screening candidates, preparing information sessions, and conducting follow-ups with potential candidates for the CIC (Careers in Construction) program.
Enter and update program data in Salesforce regularly and as needed/directed.
Develop new and sustain existing relationships with community partners and represent Rebuilding Together NYC at community meetings/events ie career fairs, etc.
Research and conduct outreach to new community partners.
Meet with referral partners regularly to recruit and maintain student wait list, secure student resources (case management and/or transportation support as needed) and ensure successful program referrals.
Help with student and graduate retention support and tracking. Organize alumni events to provide retention and career advancement support.

Qualifications

Commitment to the economic mobility of low-income New York City residents.
Excellent written and verbal skills.
Familiarity with Salesforce and/or CRM databases as well as Microsoft software required.
Ability to communicate in clear and encouraging language with a diverse community and staff.
Close attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Organized and adept at multi-tasking.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Comfortability speaking publicly and presenting to large groups.
Commitment to professional ethics in working with confidential, sensitive information.
Experience working in the nonprofit sector, preferably in an organization focused on workforce development.
This position will require availability to work evenings and weekends when scheduled.

Rebuilding Together NYC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived age, race, sex, religion, creed, color, citizenship, sexual orientation, ethnicity, familial status, liability for military service, genetic pre-disposition or carrier status, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other bases protected under federal, state and local laws, regulations or ordinance.

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Rebuilding Together NYC offers a competitive salary and full benefits package.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirement to jobs@rebuildnyc.org.