CIVITAS is an Upper East Side and East Harlem community-based planning non-profit organization that since 1981 has worked to improve the urban environment, advocating for better land use, zoning and urban transportation, clean air and water, improved recycling and public access to the waterfront. CIVITAS commissions urban planning studies, speaks out at public hearings, issues reports and keeps its members informed on current issues impacting on urban life.
Starting with its “Reimagining the Waterfront” design competition in 2011, CIVITAS set out to improve the deteriorated East River Esplanade. Since that time, CIVITAS has produced a comprehensive vision plan, successfully advocated for the designation of capital funds, and conducted numerous community visioning sessions in order to implement improvements along discrete portions of the Esplanade. In addition, CIVITAS has embarked on a three-year environmental uplift experiment with the New York Harbor School.
Description:
CIVITAS is looking for a highly motivated and organized Project Manager with a demonstrated interest in urban planning, environmental and public policy, open space, and community advocacy. The position will provide a unique opportunity to be exposed to issues affecting the quality of life of a very dynamic and diverse community.
This is a part-time position. 20 hours per week with compensation based on experience.
Responsibilities will include:
- Managing CIVITAS’s East River Esplanade initiatives
- Planning and execution of community visioning / parks improvement projects
- Interfacing and outreach to elected officials, city agencies, nonprofit organizations, community boards, and other stakeholders
- Drafting of articles and reports pertaining to waterfront development
- Policy research
- Attending relevant community board, task force, and other public meetings
- Collaboration with CIVITAS board of directors and Esplanade & Waterfront Committee
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A bachelor’s degree with a background in urban planning, environmental or public policy, and knowledge of the New York City political landscape
- Demonstrated project management experience
- Excellent public speaking skills and outreach experience
- Strong writing skills
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
- Self-motivation and the ability to work independently
- Experience using WordPress and updating websites is preferred
- Candidates with InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, SketchUp, and Photoshop experience are preferred
Please respond with a resume and cover letter to info@civitasnyc.org. No phone calls.
CIVITAS, 1457 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10128 – www.civitasnyc.org
