Position Description

Executive Director, Save Harlem Now!

About Save Harlem Now!
Save Harlem Now! (SHN!), founded in 2015, is an independent nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to protecting, preserving, and celebrating Harlem’s irreplaceable built heritage, livability, and sense of place.

Position Summary: The Executive Director will be responsible for creating and implementing strategy that will safeguard Harlem’s existing historic districts and individual landmarks; be an advocate for greatly expanded landmarks protection through additional designations and contextual zoning; and be an educated voice for sound preservation policies in Harlem and New York City.

Reports to: President of Save Harlem Now!

Duties and Tasks

A. Preservation Activities a. Review all publicly proposed applications affecting historic properties in Harlem, including both individual projects and proposed land-use plans and polices b. Write testimony based on Board review of proposals c. Communicate and consult with constituent groups and stakeholders about projects in

Harlem or areas of interest and concern d. Regularly attend and speak before the Community Boards 9, 10, and 11 e. Attend public hearings of city agencies and deliver testimony on behalf of SHN! f. Monitor and report on public meetings and hearings of the New York City Landmarks

Preservation Commission

B. Advocacy a. Provide strategic support for Harlem preservation campaigns such as landmark designations, historic resource surveys, re-zonings, and legislation b. Educate the community about the importance of historic preservation and the neighborhood’s built environment c. Work with Harlem community to connect with decision-makers to achieve SHN!’s goals d. Organize within the Harlem community and with other New York City preservation community groups to achieve widespread support for common goals

C. Fundraising, Events and Outreach a. Develop, implement, and coordinate regular fundraising appeals and advance individual cultivation opportunities b. Support all aspects of planning, outreach, and execution of SHN!’s public programs such as walking tours, written materials, candidate forums, and special events c. Devise communications strategy for outreach and create appealing content d. Collaborate with Board of Directors to craft appropriate messaging and social media opportunities

Qualifications

• One to three years of experience working for a nonprofit preservation organization, or in a related field
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Experience with advocacy groups and an understanding and appreciation of the public policy, city building, architecture, design, and preservation that drives the work of SHN!
• An entrepreneurial spirit
• Knowledge of New York City architecture and history; familiarity with historic preservation policies, best practices, emerging tools, and trends strongly recommended
• Experience with New York City government agencies such as City Council, City Planning and

Landmarks Preservation Commission is beneficial

• Ability to work both independently and with SHN!’s President and Board
• Experience in fundraising and knowledge of the administrative aspects of running a nonprofit is essential
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Public Policy or related field is strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Web, graphic design, and social media skills are a plus
• Proof of COVID vaccination required

This is a paid full-time position with regular business hours. This position will be operating initially in a remote work environment however in-office work may be required in the future. The position will include some evening and weekend hours. Applicant must be a resident of New York City.

Starting salary: $70,“Executive Director.” No phone calls please. Save Harlem Now! Is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion/creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Management: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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