Community Outreach Coordinator

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AECOM is seeking Community Outreach Coordinator based in New York, New York office.

The role of the Community Coordinator (CC) is to plan and coordinate outreach processes and activities related to planning, design, relocation, construction, and other areas at specific New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) Developments. This role will work closely with resident associations, stakeholders to ensure proper notification of program status, seeing resident input in key areas daily, and will aid with briefings on relocation, construction, and other aspects of the program. 

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Plan and execute multi stakeholder meetings per established engagement plan related to Project Pre-Planning/Procurement, Design/Relocation and Construction 
• Coordinate and provide regular communication to questions and concerns raised by residents.
• Resident engagement will include phone calls, distributing flyers/brochures and door-to-door canvassing.
• Schedule regular updates to stakeholders, Tenant Association, and residents
• Present at meetings and workshops
• Solicit updates from the construction, relocation, and other teams to share and present to the residents. 
• Ensure materials are informative, easily digestible, and translated. 

 

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + None or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Due to the nature of the job, U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Two plus years of demonstrated engagement skills with disadvantaged populations. 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbal, and the ability to communicate diplomatically while remaining focused on the agency’s goals and priorities. 
• Knowledge of New York City public housing, stakeholder engagement strategies, working with city/state/federal elected officials, and working with disadvantaged and non-English speaking populations. 
• Experience working in and around construction sites: basic knowledge of phase of construction, procurement, design, and key terminology in the construction industry. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including Excel, PowerPoint, and Project), e- Builder construction project management software, and graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite). 

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Must be able to work in evenings or on weekends as needed, to perform outreach activities or staff public meetings. 
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION NO SOONER THAN FEBRUARY 27th 2027

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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