Civic Engagement Specialist- Rikers Island CRAN

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.