Friends of the High Line · 4 hours ago
Manager of Community Engagement
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expFriends of the High Line is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reimagining public spaces and creating connected neighborhoods in New York City. The Manager of Community Engagement is responsible for cultivating relationships with stakeholders and developing strategies to enhance community engagement across the city's five boroughs.
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Responsibilities
Work with leadership to develop a community engagement strategy that builds meaningful partnerships and drives engagement with New Yorkers from all five boroughs to the High Line, connecting diverse communities to the High Line
Cultivate and maintain relationships with community-based organizations (e.g., tenant and neighborhood associations, block associations), offices of elected officials, faith-based institutions, cultural organizations, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), small and large businesses, individual community members, and other relevant networks to strengthen citywide engagement and participation
Represent the High Line at community meetings and events, including on evenings and weekends. Serve as the primary liaison and internal coordinator for community-facing representation across departments, when appropriate
Foster connections with underserved and underrepresented communities across the City to help create a more people-centered and equitable public space
Develop strategies to expand the High Line's community engagement outreach and visibility during peak programming months on the park
Manage the planning and execution of community engagement events on the High Line including key initiatives (Neighbors Council, West Side Fest, our community wellness classes, and more), ensuring clear goals, strong participation, and measurable outcomes
Collaborate across High Line departments to align community focused efforts with the organization's goals and initiatives, ensuring partnerships translate into sustained engagement and impact
Develop and maintain systems for tracking community partnerships, engagement activities, and outcomes, using both qualitative and quantitative data to inform decision-making
Establish and maintain feedback mechanisms to increase organizational responsiveness to community needs, and strengthen trust
Keep an active registry of key social service and cultural organizations and their program offerings
Support occasional cross-functional projects led by the Director of Public Events and Special Projects that intersect with community engagement, public programming, or special initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of five years experience in the nonprofit and/or public sector (e.g., working for an elected official and/or government entity) with experience in community engagement and organizing and an understanding of civic processes and community dynamics
Demonstrated experience building relationships with diverse communities and navigating public-sector or nonprofit environments in New York City
Demonstrated experience building and sustaining partnerships across diverse communities, including citywide or multi-neighborhood initiatives
Ability to work with and motivate others, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, projects, and priorities effectively
Solid written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and training expertise
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and inspire others to take action around important initiatives
Experience applying community engagement and facilitation techniques, including the use of data assessment tools to track and assess the impact of activities
Ability to synthesize information quickly
Sound decision-making skills with an understanding of when to seek input
Self starter with a sense of humor
Willingness and ability to work weekends and evenings
Excellent computer skills, including Google Workplace
Preferred
Proficiency in a second language (e.g., Spanish, Chinese) and familiarity with neighborhoods on the West Side of Manhattan preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave
20 Vacation days, 7 sick days, and 10 paid holidays with floating holidays & Winter Fridays
Discounts Citi Bike Membership
Discounts with vendors at the High Line & around the Meatpacking neighborhood
Free entrance to the Whitney Museum
Supplemental short-term disability insurance and paid life insurance
Commuter benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Contribution in a 403(b) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program
Growth & Development
Company
Friends of the High Line
Friends of the High Line is a non-profit, private organization that funds virtually all the High Line’s operations by raising contributions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Joshua David
Co-Founder and Interim Executive Director
D
Daniel Freeman
Chief Maintenance Engineer USA
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