New York City Economic Development Corporation

New York City Economic Development Corporation

Vice President, Neighborhood Strategies

New York, New York, United States · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$125k-$130kDetected 70 days ago
GISLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic Speaking

About the role

  • Within Neighborhood Strategies, Vice Presidents help to set strategic direction and oversee a portfolio of projects with a geographic or subject matter focus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain expertise about Queens' neighborhoods and political landscape; key planning issues in areas like housing growth, industry clusters, transportation, and climate resilience; real estate development trends, serving as a resource to NYCEDC and its leadership
  • Build and maintain relationships with governmental entities, civic and community organizations, business and development stakeholders, and advocacy groups across Queens and in key neighborhoods where NYCEDC is advancing projects
  • Craft and implement public engagement and outreach, representing the organization in professional and public forums and implementing engagement that is accessible, inclusive, and persuasive
  • Manage consultant teams to produce high-quality work products, meet project milestones, and support communication across various audiences and stakeholder groups
  • Lead project communication with NYCEDC's President's Office, City Hall staff, elected representatives, and agency stakeholders
  • Support the professional development and mentorship of junior staff within the department
  • This position would manage an exciting portfolio of NYCEDC projects in Queens and may also lead projects in other boroughs.
  • VPs also manage 1-2 direct reports and provide mentoring and coaching to junior staff.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in urban/city planning or a related field, including but not limited to public policy/public administration, geography/GIS, architecture/urban design, or real estate
  • Experience managing staff, projects and workstreams involving multi-disciplinary teams
  • Demonstrated experience or strong interest and understanding of Queens and its built environment, physical development, neighborhoods, and economy
  • Demonstrated understanding of and experience with public planning and development processes, including public approval processes
  • Solid working knowledge of urban infrastructure, economic development, land use, housing, transportation, and other related planning issues
  • New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire

Nice to have

  • At least 7 years of relevant work experience preferred

Compensation

  • $125,000 - $130,000 USD

Benefits

  • These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.
  • N YCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance.
  • We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure
  • Generous employer subsidized health insurance
  • Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
  • Vision and hearing benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Short term and long-term disability coverage
  • 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
  • Up to 25 vacation days
  • Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
  • Retirement savings programs

Company info

  • Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
  • New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
  • We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.
  • We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:
  • Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
  • Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
  • 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Continuing education and professional development
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
  • College savings plan
  • Backup childcare
  • Gym membership discounts
  • A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
  • Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more
  • Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation.
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  • Position Overview: Within Neighborhood Strategies, Vice Presidents help to set strategic direction and oversee a portfolio of projects with a geographic or subject matter focus.
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