Position SummaryThe Director, Government & Community Relations, will establish, develop, and manage relationships with local, city, state, and federal government and community leaders and their staffs in service of campus and university priorities. Under the direction of Cornell Tech campus leadership and the Vice President of University Relations, the successful candidate will work in close coordination with university Federal and State Relations leadership as well as NYC-based colleagues including at Weill Cornell Medicine as a visible representative of the campus. The successful candidate must have highly developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, interest and experience working with communities and government entities, along with a demonstrated ability to be flexible, multi-task in a high-paced team environment, anticipate community needs, actively seek solutions, and meet deadlines. The position coordinates closely with the Strategic Communications and Marketing team at Cornell Tech.
While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.
This position is a full-time, regular, benefits-eligible position. There will be periodic requirements for work during evening hours and on the weekends, and the position will be based on the Roosevelt Island Campus in New York City.Visa sponsorship is not available.Starting salary range: $112,616 to $125,000Essential Functions IncludeGovernment & Community Engagement and Programming - 50%- Serve as Cornell Tech contact and point of coordination for Island and local community residents, businesses, community groups, civic leaders, and residents, as well as elected and other city, state, and federal government officials, including but not limited to City Council and its Committees, NYC EDC, and RIOC.
- Monitor and advise on economic development issues that directly affect Cornell Tech.
- Represent and present on behalf of Cornell Tech externally, including at Community Board meetings, and serve on internal and external committees and task forces as assigned, including monthly university NYC Government and Community Relations Coordination Meetings.
- Plan and coordinate programming, engagements, and events for community and government constituencies at Cornell Tech and for Cornell Tech students, faculty, and staff in the community.
- Bridge university resources and research capabilities to non-profit community stakeholders and connect students, faculty, and researchers with potential collaborators-including individuals, businesses, non-profits, and government entities, both on and off Roosevelt Island.
- Prepare and plan for Community & Construction Task Force meetings. Ensure coordination across Cornell Tech departments for any events and initiatives involving government partners and local Roosevelt Island stakeholders.
- Identify government and community financial resources and programs to support Cornell Tech and its collaborations with community partners.
Communications/Tracking/Measurement - 25%- Regular contact with Cornell Tech community 's development partners, elected officials, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor an email account and generate responses to all inquiries requests and complaints with input from campus leadership.
- Responds or facilitates the responses to inquiries and requests for information from legislators and government officials in coordination with campus and university leadership.
- Responsible for tracking all of Cornell's commitments to the community and NYC EDC (sponsoring agency).
- Responsible for assisting with the assembly of annual reports.
- Responsible for providing regular updates to Cornell Tech leadership.
Government and Institutional Tours and Visits - 15%- Monitor emails and serve as primary point of intake, coordination, and communication for inquiries from government or institutional visitors who do not have an identified Cornell Tech host.
- Determine whether tours/visits can be accommodated and if so, organize with support from campus leadership, faculty, and staff as appropriate.
Other position-related responsibilities and duties as assigned - 10%- Participate in projects or other duties as assigned with occasional work responsibility falling above or below current classification.
- Completion of any university required compliance trainings.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in related field and 5-7 or more years of relevant work experience in government or community relations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated success in community development, community relations, government relations in New York City.
- Keen organizational and project management skills, including program evaluation, tracking and reporting.
- Requires the ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Attention to detail, verbal/written communication skills, positive demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills are necessary.
- Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in related field
- Demonstrated success in community development, community relations and government relations in higher education.
Rewards And BenefitsCompetitive compensation, generous time-off, and great benefits ...More on Cornell Benefits
University Job Title:External Relations Officer IV
Job Family:Administration
Level:G
Pay Rate Type:Salary
Pay Range:$106,689.00 - $148,179.00
Remote Option Availability:Hybrid
Company:Endowed
Contact Name:Menasha Joseph Seeraj
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