Overview

Union Settlement is an East Harlem anchor institution, serving families, children, youth, older adults, and businesses for more than 127 years. As a proud member of the settlement house movement, our nonprofit organization is continuously innovating to meet our evolving community. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness, business support, and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to realize their dreams. 

Today, Union Settlement offers more than thirty programs and services, across nearly twenty East Harlem locations and serves more than 10,000 people and nearly 1,000 businesses every year. As a pillar of East Harlem, Union Settlement is a connector, conveyor, and advocate for the neighborhood and our network of partnerships. We have a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative team of more than 350 who are committed to supporting our neighbors and growing the vitality and success of East Harlem. With new leadership, Union Settlement is growing! For more information about Union Settlement’s history, programs and mission, please visit our website at www.unionsettlement.org. 

 

Position:     Program Coordinator

Department:  Economic Development

Reports to:   Director of Economic Development

Hours:       Full Time (35 hours weekly)

Salary:      $60,000

FLSA:       Exempt

 

Overall Responsibilities

Union Settlement’s Economic Development Department seeks a hard-working, energetic and, committed individual, with the capacity to work independently and in a team environment. This individual will work closely within a team to develop ideas, programming, and solutions that act as a catalyst in developing equitable community wealth. By advocating and supporting small businesses and collaborating with local stakeholders, this individual will support the team in creating a self-sustainable ecosystem that is driven towards greater financial health outcomes and aims to ultimately end generational poverty in East Harlem. 

 

PResponsibilities:

  • Assist the Program Manager with designing, implementing, and monitoring the success of economic development programs such as business attraction, small business assistance, commercial revitalization, business retention, and district marketing. 
  • Assist the Program Manager with providing technical assistance to small business owners to improve profitability. 
  • Plan and manage all economic development events and activities.
  • Assist the Program Manager with all marketing-related activities.
  • Assist in the development of various reports.
  • Assist the Program Manager with creating surveys, collecting, analyzing, and reporting on data received.
  • Represent the Director and Program Manager as required.
  • Conduct personalized outreach to small businesses and property owners.
  • Maintain the files and records of the economic development department.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

  • English/Spanish bilingual preferred.
  • Associate degree and 3 years’ experience working with businesses preferred.
  • Strong oral, written, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to make oral presentations to community stakeholders and officials.
  • Familiarity with East Harlem businesses preferred.
  • Familiarity with Mailchimp, canvas, and photoshop.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Proficient computer skills, including proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Community organizing experience preferred.
  • Demonstrating active listening and interpersonal skills.
  • Working collaboratively with local governments and partners. 
  • Requires problem-solving skills and independent judgment.
  • Special events may require working hours during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
  • Interpersonal skills in a group setting or a one-to-one situation.

 

UNION SETTLEMENT ASSOCIATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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