Community Partnerships Coordinator, Community Schools - 25520

MANHATTAN, NYPosted 23 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from NYC Public Schools

• Job overview

  The Community Partnerships Coordinator supports the Office of Community Schools by coordinating partnerships with community-based organizations to enhance student services and academic performance.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves liaising with community partners, monitoring budgets and expenditures, preparing evaluation reports, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, managing purchase orders and invoices, and assisting with program implementation and fiscal reconciliation.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary range is $72,114 to $97,343 with no requirement for New York City residency; internal candidates will not earn less than their current DOE salary. Benefits include eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates need a baccalaureate degree with at least two years of community work experience or equivalent, plus two additional years of relevant experience. Preferred skills include financial analysis, communication, proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, and familiarity with NYCPS systems and procurement procedures.

• Work environment and culture

  NYC Public Schools is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and a discrimination-free work environment.

• Company information

  NYC Public Schools operates over 400 community schools offering coordinated student support through partnerships with community organizations and city agencies.

• Team overview

  The Coordinator reports to the Associate Director and works closely with senior management and various NYCPS divisions and external community partners.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based in New York City with no residency requirement, encouraging applicants from the tri-state area.

• Application process

  Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter; hiring is subject to budget and grant funding availability.

• Unique job features

  The role uniquely integrates community engagement with fiscal and operational oversight within a large public school system.

Company overview

NYC Public Schools is the largest public school system in the United States, serving over one million students across more than 1,800 schools throughout New York City’s five boroughs. The organization is funded primarily through city, state, and federal government allocations, and it provides comprehensive K-12 education, special education services, and a variety of enrichment programs. Governed by the New York City Department of Education, the system has undergone significant reforms in curriculum, leadership, and equity initiatives, especially in recent decades. Notable historical milestones include the 2002 shift to mayoral control and ongoing efforts to address achievement gaps and promote diversity. Working at NYC Public Schools means joining a diverse, mission-driven workforce dedicated to educational equity and student success in one of the world’s most dynamic urban environments.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to highlight experience coordinating with community-based organizations and managing partnerships, emphasizing your ability to liaise between schools and external providers as detailed in the job description.

• Emphasize skills in budget monitoring, financial analysis, and familiarity with procurement processes, particularly any experience with NYCPS systems like FAMIS, TRAC, or LCGMS, to align with the preferred qualifications.

• Apply through multiple channels including the NYC Public Schools official careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your application visibility.

• Connect with current employees in the Office of Community Schools or related divisions on LinkedIn; when reaching out, use ice breakers such as commenting on recent community initiatives by NYCPS or asking about their experience working with CBO partners to build rapport.

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