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At Bridge Street Development Corporation, we are always looking for passionate individuals who are committed to our mission of fostering community growth and empowerment. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in our community. Explore our current job openings and become a part of an organization that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

AVAILABLE OPPORTUNITIES

Community Outreach Associate

Position: Community Outreach Associate

Reports to:Senior Director of Programs or Director of Community Engagement (as designated)

Type: Full-Time, In Office, 35 hours/week

Salary: $40,000 – $50,000 (commensurate with experience)

Organizational Summary:
Bridge Street Development Corporation is an innovative nonprofit community development corporation based in the historic Bedford-Stuyvesant community of Brooklyn. Bridge Street builds and sustains strong communities throughout Central Brooklyn by advancing financial empowerment, social justice, and racial equity through a range of integrated programs serving youth, older adults, small businesses, and residents. Learn more at www.bsdcorp.org.

Position Summary: 

The Community Outreach Associate is an entry- to early-career, community-facing role supporting Bridge Street’s outreach, engagement, and intake activities across multiple program areas, including youth, older adults, economic development, housing stability and housing ambassador services, tenant services, and broader community engagement initiatives.

This role is designed for a staff member who is interested in community-based work and is eager to build skills in outreach, client engagement, and service coordination. Community Outreach Associates work under the guidance of more senior outreach and program staff and are cross-trained to support organization-wide engagement efforts.


PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support outreach to residents, small businesses, and community partners across Bridge Street’s service area.
  • Assist with staffing outreach tables and representing Bridge Street at community events, workshops, and meetings.
  • Support client intake, screening, and referrals for Bridge Street programs and services.
  • Provide basic information and assistance related to housing ambassador services (e.g., Housing Connect, SCRIE/DRIE), financial literacy workshops, and other core programs, with training provided.
  • Assist with preparation of outreach and engagement materials, including flyers, sign-in sheets, photos, and brief summaries.
  • Maintain accurate records of outreach, engagement, and intake activities in required tracking systems.
  • Participate in training and professional development opportunities.
  • Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • One (1) to three (3) years of experience in community outreach, social services, customer service, or a related field.
  • Interest in community-based work and serving diverse populations.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn new systems, programs, and community resources.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working or volunteering in Central Brooklyn communities.
  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities a plus.

Working Conditions:

This position requires in-person/in-office work at our Central Brooklyn office location, with flexibility for occasional site visits and attending community meetings. Occasional evening or weekend work required to meet organizational needs and community engagement activities.

Compensation:

Salary range of $40,000-$50,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Bridge Street offers comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision insurance and a 403b retirement savings plan.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to info2@bsdcorp.org. Please submit all documents as PDFs and write “Community Outreach Associate” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Bridge Street Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and may be modified based on organizational needs and funding requirements.

Community Outreach Coordinator

Position: Community Outreach Coordinator
Reports to: Senior Director of Programs or Director of Community Engagement (as designated)
Employment Type: Full-Time, In Office, 35 hours/week
Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 (commensurate with experience)

Organizational Summary:

Bridge Street Development Corporation is an innovative nonprofit community development corporation based in the historic Bedford-Stuyvesant community of Brooklyn. Bridge Street builds and sustains strong communities throughout Central Brooklyn by advancing financial empowerment, social justice, and racial equity through a range of integrated programs serving youth, older adults, small businesses, and residents. Learn more about our work at www.bsdcorp.org.


Position Summary:
he Community Outreach Coordinator is a mid-level, community-facing generalist role supporting Bridge Street’s outreach, engagement, and intake activities across multiple program areas. This role is designed for a staff member with prior community-based experience who can operate with a high degree of independence, represent Bridge Street externally, and coordinate outreach efforts across programs. Community Outreach Coordinators may be periodically assigned one or more programmatic focus areas (e.g., housing stability and housing ambassador services, economic development, youth, older adults, or specific community engagement initiatives), while remaining cross-trained to support organization-wide outreach and engagement efforts.


The Community Outreach Coordinator works closely with program staff, operations, and senior leadership to ensure consistent, high-quality engagement with residents, small businesses, and community partners.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct outreach to residents, small businesses, and community partners across Bridge Street’s service area.
  • Staff outreach tables and represent Bridge Street at community events, workshops, and meetings.
  • Support client intake, screening, and referrals for Bridge Street, or external partner, programs and services.
  • Provide accurate information and assistance related to housing ambassador services (e.g., Housing Connect, SCRIE/DRIE), financial literacy workshops, and other core programs.
  • Support community engagement initiatives, special events, and partnerships.
  • Maintain accurate records of outreach, engagement, and intake activities in required tracking systems.
  • Coordinate with program staff to align outreach activities with program goals and funder requirements.
  • Coordinate with program, operations, and other designated staff in advance of community events to support outreach, logistics, and engagement efforts.
  • Support post-event documentation and communications, including photos, brief summaries, and materials used for social media, partner communications, and funder reporting.
  • Perform other duties as required.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree (e.g., MPH, MPA, MSW) welcomed but not required
  • Three (3) to six (6) years of experience in community outreach, social services, public health, housing assistance, workforce development, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience engaging diverse communities and facilitating outreach, workshops, or public-facing activities.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, work independently, and exercise sound judgment in community-based settings.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data tracking systems.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
▪ Experience working in Central Brooklyn communities.
▪ Bilingual or multilingual abilities a plus.


Working Conditions:
This position requires in-person/in-office work at our Central Brooklyn office location, with flexibility for occasional site visits and attending community meetings. Occasional evening or weekend work required to meet organizational needs and community engagement activities.


Compensation:
Salary range of $50,000-$65,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Bridge Street offers comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision insurance and a 403b retirement savings plan.


How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to info2@bsdcorp.org. Please submit all documents as PDFs and write “Community Outreach Coordinator” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Bridge Street Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and may be modified based on organizational needs and funding requirements.

Small Business Advisor — Economic Development

Position: Small Business Advisor — Economic Development

Reports to: Director of Economic Development
Employment Type: Full-Time, In Office, 35 hours/week
Salary: $50,000-65,000 (commensurate with experience)

Organizational Summary:

Bridge Street Development Corporation is an innovative nonprofit
community development corporation based in the historic Bedford-Stuyvesant community of Brooklyn.
Bridge Street builds and sustains strong communities throughout Central Brooklyn by advancing
financial empowerment, social justice, and racial equity through a range of integrated programs serving
youth, older adults, small businesses, and residents. Learn more at www.bsdcorp.org.


Position Summary:
Bridge Street’s economic development work focuses on strengthening small businesses and entrepreneurs by connecting them to capital, training, and professional resources. The Small Business Advisor provides direct, hands-on technical assistance to small business owners across Brooklyn, with a primary focus on Central Brooklyn. This is a client-facing role requiring strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple business cases simultaneously
while meeting programmatic and reporting requirements.


PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide individualized technical assistance to small business owners, including intake and assessment, goal setting, business planning, basic financial management, marketing strategies, regulatory compliance guidance, and operational problem-solving.
  • Manage a portfolio of small business clients through ongoing case management, follow-up, and referrals to lenders, professional service providers, and training partners, as appropriate.
  • Deliver services in alignment with contract scopes of work, performance metrics, and reporting requirements.
  • Maintain accurate client documentation and data to support grant compliance, audits, reporting, and program evaluation.
  • Conduct targeted outreach to small business owners and entrepreneurs within Bridge Street’s service area and represent the organization at business-related events, workshops, and community forums.
  • Collaborate with Economic Development, Community Engagement, and Finance staff to ensure coordinated service delivery, data collection, and continuous improvement.
  • Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities; perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, economics, urban planning, public administration, or a related field.
  • At least two (2) years of experience providing small business support, technical assistance, or related advisory services (experience may be adjusted for strong entry-level candidates).
  • Familiarity with small business operations, basic financial concepts, and community-based economic development.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse business owners.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple client cases and deadlines.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data tracking systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working with minority-, women-, or immigrant-owned businesses.
  • Knowledge of New York City and New York State small business resources, lending programs, and the regulatory environment.
  • Experience with grant-funded programs and performance reporting.
  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities a plus.


Working Conditions:
This position requires in-person/in-office work at our Central Brooklyn office location, with flexibility for occasional site visits and attending community meetings. Occasional evening or weekend work required to meet organizational needs and community engagement activities.


Compensation:
Salary range of $50,000-$65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Bridge Street offers comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision insurance and a 403b retirement savings plan.


How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to info@bsdcorp.org. Please submit all documents as PDFs and write “Small Business Advisor – Economic Development” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work
in the United States. Bridge Street Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and may be modified based on organizational needs and funding requirements.

Fundraising Development Associate – Grant Writer

Position: Fundraising Development Associate – Grant Writer

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer & Development Director

Type: Full-Time, In Office, 35 hours/week

Salary: $60,000-$75,000

Organizational Summary:
Bridge Street Development Corporation is an innovative nonprofit community development corporation based in the historic Bedford-Stuyvesant community of Brooklyn. Bridge Street builds and sustains strong communities throughout Central Brooklyn by advancing financial empowerment, social justice, and racial equity through a range of integrated programs serving youth, older adults, small businesses, and residents. Learn more at www.bsdcorp.org.

Position Summary:  The Fundraising Development Associate / Grant Writer supports Bridge Street’s fundraising and resource development efforts with a primary focus on grant writing and prospect research. This position works closely with the President & CEO, Director of Development, and program staff to identify funding opportunities, prepare competitive grant proposals, and support the tracking of reporting requirements.


This is a detail-oriented, deadline-driven role well suited for a strong writer who is comfortable synthesizing program information, working across departments, and managing multiple submissions simultaneously.


PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Research and track foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities; prepare funder profiles and briefing materials to support proposal development.
  • Draft, edit, and submit letters of inquiry, grant proposals, applications, reports, and funder acknowledgements.
  • Maintain and update a centralized library of proposal content, organizational narratives, and standard attachments.
  • Coordinate proposal development timelines, including collecting programmatic and financial information and facilitating internal review and approvals.
  • Track proposal submissions, funding decisions, reporting deadlines, and funder communications through a centralized grants calendar to ensure timely follow-up and compliance.
  • Participate in funder briefings, webinars, and trainings as appropriate.
  • Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit development, grant writing, or a related field.
  • Strong writing, editing, and research skills, with the ability to synthesize programmatic and organizational information into clear, compelling narratives.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, high-quality work under time constraints.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related tools, including Word, Excel, and document management systems.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and communicate effectively with staff at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to work independently with guidance, exercise sound judgment, and follow established processes and timelines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working with foundation, corporate, and government grants.
  • Familiarity with community-based, social justice, affordable housing and/or economic development organizations.
  • Experience with grant research sources and platforms (i.e. Candid, Grant-Watch, etc.)
  • Experience supporting grant reporting, compliance, or funder communications.

Working Conditions:

This position requires in-person/in-office work at our Central Brooklyn office location, with flexibility for occasional site visits and attending community meetings. Occasional evening or weekend work required to meet organizational needs and community engagement activities.

Compensation:

Salary range of $60,000-$75,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Bridge Street offers comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision insurance and a 403b retirement savings plan.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to info@bsdcorp.org. Please submit all documents as PDFs and write “Fundraising Development Associate – Grant Writer” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Bridge Street Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and may be modified based on organizational needs and funding requirements.

Bridge Street Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Through our diversity and inclusion policy, we seek to create a positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions.

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