Friends of the High Line

Manager

• Effectively use data on the wider field of infrastructure reuse projects and develop systems to communicate impact of Network member projects including translating research findings, metrics, and analytics into compelling narratives that support advocacy, fundraising, thought leadership, and strategic communications.
• Develop processes for evaluating the impact of the Network and its activities using surveys, requests for feedback, and other evaluative methods.
• Support programming and events by producing marketing materials and presentations in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Create written content (including blog posts, newsletter, social media posts, etc.) for the Network’s LinkedIn that communicates information about the network to a wider audience; explore creation of Network Instagram account.
• Manage communications-related assets for Network activities in coordination with the Communications team; work in coordination to maximize exposure of Network publications, projects and events.
• Identify trends, topics, and areas of interest in the field to develop further engagement, advocacy and communications opportunities.
• Work with Network staff on the development and documentation of best practice resources for the Network.
• Create high-quality written content including public communications materials, synthesis of Network policy and programs, and presentation materials.
• Assist with technical assistance and other requests from Network members.
• Identify and help cultivate partnerships for the network, with a focus on partnerships that can help network projects advance their work.
• Connect and promote interaction within projects in the field of infrastructure reuse, including Network members and High Line staff.
• Manage relationships with Network members and select Network partners.
• Represent the High Line Network at external meetings and events, serving as an ambassador for the organization and the field, using data-driven storytelling to communicate impact, influence stakeholders, and strengthen the Network’s national profile.

Manager, High Line Network

Community Manager

• Work with leadership to develop a community engagement strategy that builds meaningful partnerships and drives engagement with New Yorkers from all five boroughs to the High Line, connecting diverse communities to the High Line.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with community-based organizations (e.g., tenant and neighborhood associations, block associations), offices of elected officials, faith-based institutions, cultural organizations, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), small and large businesses, individual community members, and other relevant networks to strengthen citywide engagement and participation.
• Represent the High Line at community meetings and events, including on evenings and weekends. Serve as the primary liaison and internal coordinator for community-facing representation across departments, when appropriate.
• Foster connections with underserved and underrepresented communities across the City to help create a more people-centered and equitable public space.
• Develop strategies to expand the High Line’s community engagement outreach and visibility during peak programming months on the park.
• Manage the planning and execution of community engagement events on the High Line including key initiatives (Neighbors Council, West Side Fest, our community wellness classes, and more), ensuring clear goals, strong participation, and measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate across High Line departments to align community focused efforts with the organization’s goals and initiatives, ensuring partnerships translate into sustained engagement and impact.
• Develop and maintain systems for tracking community partnerships, engagement activities, and outcomes, using both qualitative and quantitative data to inform decision-making.
• Establish and maintain feedback mechanisms to increase organizational responsiveness to community needs, and strengthen trust.
• Keep an active registry of key social service and cultural organizations and their program offerings.
• Support occasional cross-functional projects led by the Director of Public Events and Special Projects that intersect with community engagement, public programming, or special initiatives.

Manager, High Line Network

Community Engagement Manager