About the Department

The City of Jersey City is seeking a Community Partnerships Coordinator to support the expansion and coordination of partnerships that enhance programming across Parks, Aquatics, and Enrichment. This role is public-facing and relationship-driven, focused on connecting community organizations, nonprofit partners, local businesses, and schools to existing recreation programs. The coordinator will work closely with Recreation staff to bring partners into programming, support community engagement, and ensure that offerings reflect the needs and interests of Jersey City residents. This position is ideal for someone who is highly connected to the community, organized, and able to build relationships while supporting day-to-day program coordination.

Position Duties

Job Duties:
• Support the identification and coordination of partnerships with:
o community-based organizations
o nonprofit partners
o local businesses and sponsors
• Serve as a point of contact for partners engaging with Parks, Aquatics, and Enrichment
programs.
• Assist in integrating external partners into existing recreation programs and activities.
• Support outreach to community stakeholders to increase awareness and participation in
recreation programs.
• Represent the Department at community meetings, events, and program sites as needed.
• Help coordinate logistics for partner-supported programs, events, and activities.
• Track partnership activity and maintain organized records of contacts, programs, and
participation.
• Support communication between Recreation staff and external partners to ensure smooth
implementation.
• Support relationship management and coordination with the Jersey City Board of Education and
individual schools.
• Assist in aligning recreation programming with school-based needs and opportunities.
• Help facilitate communication between Recreation, school leaders, and community partners.
• Identify opportunities to connect students to recreation, enrichment, and seasonal
programming.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Educational Background: High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
Required Experience: 2–4 years of experience in community engagement, recreation, nonprofit work, or related fields.
Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders.
Familiarity with Jersey City neighborhoods, schools, and community organizations preferred

Other Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: • Experience supporting recreation, youth, or community-based programming. • Experience working with or alongside school systems or youth-serving organizations. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Ability to engage respectfully and effectively across diverse communities. • Experience coordinating events, programs, or partnerships.