Join Our Team as a Civic Engagement Specialist!

 

Are you passionate about supporting the Behavioral Health & Justice Involved Population and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated part time Civic Engagement Specialist to join our Civic Engagement Services department within Riker's Island.

 

 

• Wage: $25 to $28 per hour


• Schedule: 19 hours per week; 3 days per week - will coordinate with NYC Department of Corrections facility access hours and facility staff.


• Location: Riker's Island

 

What are the key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-custody, nonpartisan voter education to individuals regarding their eligibility to vote under New York State law.


• Assist eligible individuals in completing voter registration forms and absentee ballot applications.


• Facilitate voter registration drives across NYCDOC facilities in coordination with facility staff.


• Conduct civic engagement workshops and educational sessions to promote awareness of civic rights and responsibilities.


• Maintain strict neutrality and compliance with all federal, state, and local election laws.


• Investigate and recommend supportive services for clients.


• Submit completed voter registration and absentee ballot forms to the Division of Programs and Community Partnerships (DPCP) in accordance with established procedures.


• Utilize the DOC program tracking database to record participation data accurately and timely.


• Maintain sign-in sheets and attendance documentation for all service dates.


• Comply with all NYCDOC security clearance procedures, volunteer trainings, and background check requirements.


• Work exclusively from DOC-approved computer terminals and follow all facility security protocols.


• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision and EAC Network administration.

 

What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role:

• High School diploma or educational equivalent required


• Demonstrated experience assisting individuals with voter registration strongly preferred.


• Experience working in correctional or secure settings preferred.


• Strong knowledge of New York State voting eligibility laws preferred. 


• Ability to explain civic processes in a clear, nonpartisan, and accessible manner.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to engage respectfully with justice-involved individuals.


• Strong organizational and documentation skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and database entry systems.


• Ability to comply with institutional security requirements and maintain professional boundaries.