Gun Violence Prevention Fellowship

Division/Unit: Community Partnership Unit

Civil Service Title: Community Service Aide

Position Title: Gun Violence Prevention Fellow

Salary Range: $16.50/hr - $16.50/hr

Job Description:

The Gun Violence Prevention Fellowship (GVP) offers young adults impacted by gun violence a platform to make a meaningful contribution to one of the most critical public safety issues facing our communities. Through hands-on collaboration with staff, mentors, and community partners, fellows will learn about the criminal justice system and help develop prevention strategies to combat gun violence. The program will culminate in a policy presentation to the District Attorney and his Executive Team.   

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Engage with DANY staff to learn about the criminal justice system and form a deeper understanding of the role of the DA’s Office.
• Analyze gun violence issues through workshops, assignments, and conversations with topic experts.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives related to violence prevention and interact with community partners.
• Create potential content for DANY’s website/social media.
• Create and present a gun violence prevention proposal to the DA and other Executive Staff.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:

• Applicants must be between the ages of 18-25.
• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must be enrolled in college, have received a college degree, or have 1 year of work/volunteer experience.
• Applicants must reside in Manhattan.

·        Individuals impacted by gun violence are encouraged to apply.

 How to Apply:

• One-page resume and a 300 – word essay discussing your personal experience with gun violence and or your motivation to work in the criminal justice field.

Hours/Shift:

• Fellow must be present for the duration of the program from June 23rd – August 22nd, 2025.
• The fellowship is in-person Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

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.