Associate Director, Public Relations & Fundraising - Full-Time
3 days ago
Whitestone
Job Description Transitional Services for New York, Inc., (TSINY) not-for profit, is a comprehensive, community-based mental health organization located in New York City. We provide a continuum of rehabilitative services to enrich the lives of those recovering from mental illness and facilitate their transition to increased levels of independence. Transitional Services for New York, Inc. envisions broadening its rehabilitative services and becoming a regional social service provider. Transitional Services for New York Staff will deliver effective programs with compassion, integrity, and professionalism. We expect all staff to put our clients’ needs first while respecting each other and ourselves as we provide hope to those who participate in our programs. TSINY is looking for Associate Director, Public Relations and Fundraising for our agency, a Mental Health and Rehabilitation organization, located in Whitestone, (Queens County), NY. Salary: $105,000 annually, Exempt, Full-Time Benefits, Pension, 403B Position Summary The Associate Director, Public Relations & Fundraising serves as the lead communicator, strategist and content creator responsible for advancing the mission and visibility of Transitional Services for New York, Inc. (TSINY). This position manages the organization’s internal and external communications, media relations, newsletters, digital presence, fundraising event promotion and community engagement initiatives. The Associate Director will work closely with the CEO, executive team and community partners to enhance TSINY’s reputation, outreach and support base across New York City and beyond. Essential Responsibilities Communications & Content Development • Create, write and edit all TSINY newsletters, press materials, announcements and Constant Contact campaigns., • Coordinate with leadership for review and approval of all communications; share drafts with elected officials or external agencies as needed., • Ensure all published photos have signed release forms before posting or distribution., • Revive and manage recurring features, such as TSINY Hot Spot News!, Program of the Month and Employee of the Month., • Maintain and update the TSINY website with current events, photos, videos, financials and program content., • Manage social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube), including posting, responding to messages/comments and tracking engagement., • Oversee CEO’s monthly blog and ensure timely publication., • Optimize online content for SEO and increase digital visibility and community engagement., • Plan, coordinate, and promote major TSINY events including:, • Annual Gala (October), • Spring Fundraising Luncheon (May), • Open House at Queens Library (April), • Groundbreaking & Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies, • Quarterly TSI Cares Meetings, • Manage event timelines, budgets, sponsorship outreach, honoree coordination and communications with vendors, elected officials and community leaders., • Develop creative event themes, invitation designs and promotional materials with external partners., • Build relationships with elected officials, community boards and corporate sponsors to strengthen public awareness and funding opportunities., • Maintain and expand the Constant Contact database with new community and business contacts., • Identify corporate sponsorship, partnerships and payroll-giving opportunities., • Collaborate with The Resource Group and executive leadership to prepare discretionary and capital funding requests (January–February)., • Assist in identifying and reviewing new foundation grant opportunities., • Contribute to proposal content, ensure accuracy and monitor quarterly foundation reports., • Track and report funding received annually (July–June) for inclusion in the Annual Report., • Oversee marketing and continued promotion of TSINY’s Homeless to Home documentary., • Maintain positive relationships with local media, elected officials and community stakeholders., • Develop and distribute press releases, media advisories and statements as directed., • Prepare and maintain quarterly reports for the Board of Directors summarizing public relations activities, funding updates and community engagement., • Provide event recaps, successful metrics and recommendations for improvement., • Maintain organized records, templates, contact lists and “to-do” files for recurring events., • Support the CEO with communications-related projects and correspondence, • Attend job- and agency-related trainings as required to maintain compliance and ensure continued professional development., • Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or related field (Master’s preferred)., • Minimum 5–7 years of experience in non-profit public relations, community engagement or communications., • Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills with the ability to tailor messaging to varied audiences., • Proficient in Constant Contact, social media management and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with website CMS (WordPress or similar)., • Strong organizational and project management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines., • Comfort with public speaking, networking and attending community events., • Knowledge of Queens and NYC civic landscape a plus., • Be able to sit or stand as needed, with or without reasonable accommodation., • May require walking, primarily on a level surface, for short periods throughout the day, with or without reasonable accommodation., • Be able to reach above shoulder heights, below the waist or lift as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation., • Be able to lift items up to 25 pounds., • During a declared disaster, assume and adhere to assigned Job Action role(s) consistent with Disaster Preparedness Plan., • Perform other related duties as required.