Senior Coordinator, Capital Projects

The Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) advises the Mayor of the City of New York on criminal justice policy. MOCJ develops and implements strategies, with partners inside and outside government, to reduce crime and incarceration and to promote fairness and legitimacy. MOCJ works with law enforcement, city agencies, non-profits, foundations, and others to implement data-driven strategies that address current crime conditions, prevent offending, and build the strong neighborhoods that ensure enduring safety.

About the Role:

MOCJ is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Senior Coordinator within the Capital Projects team to support and coordinate the implementation of Justice-related projects under the MOCJ portfolio. The Senior Coordinator will report to MOCJ's Executive Director of Capital Projects and work closely with the Deputy Executive Director of Capital Projects. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is interested in learning the mechanics of municipal project management within City government and the NYC Criminal Justice system to support public safety and well-being through the improvement of the City's built environment and civic assets.

The ideal candidate will be an entry- or mid-level project manager and/or design coordinator to help implement the City's Criminal Justice master planning and capital portfolio, including the Borough-Based Jail (BBJ) developments and NYC Courthouse projects. The candidate must be a self-directed individual capable of providing excellent coordination and project management support.

Project Management

• Document the progress of multi-agency project strategies and activities, coordinate with large teams (City agencies and consultants), monitor project progress, maintain records, support project presentations, and develop a central CP Portfolio tracking system.

• Represent MOCJ at Borough-Based Jail (BBJ) facility meetings, working with a large group of City agencies and technical consultants to build modern and humane jail facilities as part of the Closing Rikers Island plan. Actively participate in various weekly project meetings and identify impacts based on program requirements, objectives, legislation, and policies.

• Support the management the City's Courts project portfolio, including tracking project budget and invoices, facilitating meetings, documentation of stakeholder input, reports and briefings, and project site visits as needed.

• Assist in coordination with Courts, District Attorney's offices, Criminal Justice agencies, OMB, and other City agencies to help address Courthouse operational needs and building problems.

Interagency Coordination

• Collaborate with City and State agency partners to ensure that various elements of the project are coordinated.

• Support MOCJ representation at public forums as needed, provide internal briefings.

• Research & Strategic Initiatives

• Assist MOCJ in data collection and research for evidence-based approaches to design and public safety, to help with MOCJ's goals and work for advancing high-priority and politically sensitive initiatives.

• Support the implementation of pilot projects that support public safety and improve existing civic assets through strategic design initiatives.

• Support MOCJ Executive team and programs on special projects relating to building programs and operations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

1.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or

2.High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or

3.Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and minimum 3 or more years of professional experience in project management, government and/or nonprofit administration, public policy, architecture, urban planning, or other relevant fields.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Knowledge of Bluebeam and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.

• General understanding of NYC's operational agencies, and/or NYC design, planning, policy, and political landscape.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice and public service, and the ability to effectively work with diverse populations.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.

• Proven ability to work well independently and cooperatively with teams. Excellent organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills, ability to take initiative, problem solve, balance competing priorities, pay close attention to detail, and work well under pressure.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.