Assistant Vice President, Neighborhood Strategies

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

Within Neighborhood Strategies, Assistant Vice Presidents (AVP) are vital members of multiple project teams and work interdepartmentally with project managers and senior staff to strategically advance complex projects. 

AVPs regularly lead the development of strategy, planning analysis, and problem-solving to engage stakeholders, manage consultants, and represent the organization at external, interagency, and community meetings. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide strategic direction, problem solving, and coordination for multi-disciplinary teams engaged in large-scale planning and development efforts 

• Establish and oversee interagency working groups on select projects, meeting frequently to address challenges and move projects forward  

• Shape projects’ community engagement, including spending time in those communities, collaborating with and presenting to a broad range of stakeholders, including community groups, elected officials, the Mayor’s Office, and other public agencies 

• Assist in drafting requests for proposals (RFPs) and other public procurements 

• Represent the organization in professional and public forums 

• Build and maintain relationships with governmental and quasi-governmental entities; civic & community organizations; cultural and professional organizations; and advocacy groups 

• Provide direction and mentorship to junior staff within the Neighborhood Strategies Department 

• Develop phasing and implementation strategies for interim and long-term projects based on sound planning principles, stakeholder support, and market realities 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master's Degree in urban/city planning or a related field, including but not limited to public policy, geography/GIS, architecture, sociology, business, real estate, engineering, or law 

• At least 5 years of experience in economic or community development, urban planning, or other related fields 

• Familiarity with physical planning and the work of shaping the built environment, including land use, climate resiliency, city government process and public approvals, community engagement, urban design, and infrastructure planning 

• Strong understanding of and experience with the technical aspects of the public planning and development process, preferably specific to NYC 

• Demonstrated communication skills, including written and verbal communication 

• Proven expertise in project management with the ability to develop practical and creative solutions 

• Demonstrated ability to take ownership, work independently, and collaborate effectively to move projects forward 

• Strong community engagement skills, including public speaking and presentation, facilitation, and working with diverse communities using equitable approaches to engagement  

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office applications including Excel. Experience with ESRI’s ArcGIS software is preferred 

• New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire