Assistant Vice President, Neighborhood Strategies

New York, New York, United States

Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.   

Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. 

Department Overview: The Neighborhood Strategies Department is part of NYCEDC’s Planning Division and, together with the Land Use Department, works to promote robust, inclusive growth in New York City’s neighborhoods and waterfronts. Neighborhood Strategies is team of talented, dedicated planners who conceive and implement complex multiagency initiatives in all five boroughs, working across infrastructure and open space investment, mixed-use redevelopment of public sites, community engagement, and waterfront resiliency. Their current projects include SPARC Kips Bay, an innovative life sciences and public education campus; planning for redevelopment of the 100+ acre Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a modern maritime and mixed-use community hub; a climate master plan to protect the Financial District & Seaport from sea level rise; and waterfront and public realm investments alongside public-private development in Broadway Junction, Brooklyn, Staten Island's North Shore, Coney Island, and Long Island City, Queens. 

The Neighborhood Strategies department coordinates interdepartmental efforts and City-agency partners on comprehensive planning and related interdisciplinary initiatives, plans for large-scale public infrastructure investment and public-private development, conducts spatial analyses to identify and deepen understanding of neighborhood vulnerabilities and opportunities, and shapes and leads processes to meaningfully engage communities and stakeholders in inclusive planning. The team is made up of dedicated public servants with a passion for New York City and its people and neighborhoods. 

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 & 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  
  • Develop phasing and implementation strategies for interim and long-term projects based on sound planning principles, stakeholder support, and market realities  
  • Provide direction and mentorship to junior staff within the Neighborhood Strategies Department  
  • Other duties as assigned  

Requirements:

  • Master's Degree in urban/city planning or related field, including but not limited to public policy / public administration, geography, architecture / landscape architecture / urban design, real estate, engineering, or law, is preferred. 
  • At least 4-5 years of experience in economic or community development, urban planning, or other related fields.  
  • Demonstrated passion for and knowledge of physical planning and the work of shaping the built environment, including land use, public-private development, climate resilience & waterfronts, city government process and public approvals, community engagement, urban design, and infrastructure planning.  
  • Solid understanding of and experience with the technical aspects of the public planning and development process, preferably specific to NYC. 
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, and proven analytical skills. 
  • Demonstrated expertise in project management and creative problem solving. 
  • Familiarity with understanding of urban infrastructure and economic development issues. 
  • Strong entrepreneurial and leadership skills; should be a self-starter and take initiative. 
  • Experience with community engagement, including public speaking and presentation, facilitation, and working with diverse communities using equitable approaches to engagement. 
  • Proficiency in spreadsheet and presentation applications, including Excel and PowerPoint  
  • New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire  

Salary Range

$97,000 - $100,000 USD

About Us: 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. 

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance.  We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:  

  • 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
  • Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
  • Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
  • Retirement savings programs
    • 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. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization. 

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents. 

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc. 

 

 

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