Job Description

Community Coordinator – Gun Violence Prevention Program

Location: Bronx, NY (Onsite)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $44,000 – $52,000 annually

Schedule: Evenings and weekends required

A community-based philanthropic organization is seeking a Community Coordinators to support an evidence-based gun violence prevention initiative rooted in public health strategies. This program is modeled after the nationally recognized Cure Violence framework and focuses on conflict mediation, behavior change, and strong community partnerships to reduce shootings and promote public safety.

About the Role

Community Coordinators serve as key liaisons within designated Bronx neighborhoods, building trusted relationships with residents, community organizations, faith leaders, and city agencies. This is a highly visible, hands-on role for individuals passionate about community safety, violence prevention, and collective action.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community-based organizations, faith leaders, and city agencies
• Serve as the primary representative for the program within assigned neighborhoods and precincts
• Coordinate community-based weekends of action focused on public safety and engagement
• Plan, promote, and support anti-gun violence workshops and pro-social community events
• Identify emerging public safety issues and support responsive community strategies
• Produce events and manage community coalitions
• Develop outreach materials, talking points, and presentation materials
• Support hiring panels through community outreach and recruitment efforts
• Collaborate with city agencies to organize briefings and community meetings

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher, or equivalent relevant experience
• Proven experience in community organizing or community-based work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including community members, activists, law enforcement, and public officials
• Excellent planning, organizational, and multitasking abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Credible Messengers
• Familiarity with Bronx neighborhoods and local community dynamics
• Background in public safety, social services, or violence prevention initiatives

Work Environment

• Fully onsite role in the Bronx
• Evening and weekend availability required

Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have no pending criminal cases and no prior convictions related to sexual assault, child abuse, or domestic violence.

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