Community Service Aide

These are temporary positions for a duration of 6 months with possible extension for additional duration.

NYCHA has established the Healthy Homes Unit (HHU), which reports directly to the General Manager (or COO) and performs work on the operational side of environmental hazard compliance. Within the HHU, the Lead Hazard Control Department, (LHCD) works to visually assess paint conditions annually at all NYCHA developments and conducts lead dust wipe clearance at all NYCHA developments.

Under immediate supervision, with limited latitude for the exercise of initiative or independent judgment, this position receives training and assists in carrying out defined tasks in regard to the performance of lead hazard control visual assessments and other such tasks to provide necessary and improved community service.

Incumbents will utilize handheld devices for entry of data into the Maximo work ticketing system and also perform other duties as needed, including but not limited to the following:

1. Perform visual assessments of paint conditions in apartments.
2. Perform lead dust wipe clearance in apartments.
3. Distribute notices for work conducted.
4. Keep records of visual assessments and dust wipe clearance documentation.
5. Communicate with residents to obtain apartment access.
6. Complete simple reports on activities performed.
7. Travel within the five boroughs to perform assigned tasks.

Additional Information
NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.

Note: Must be able to carry out the physical and other essentials of the job, either with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.

COMMUNITY SERVICE AIDE - 52406

The ability to understand and carry out simple instructions; in some cases the ability to speak Spanish may be required. There are no formal education requirements for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.