ABOUT US

New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, academic programs, including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

Summary:

New York Edge seeks a dynamic, community-minded person with experience in the youth development and education fields to lead the organization’s Community School and Beacon programming. The Deputy Director of Community Engagement Programs is responsible for the overall success of Community Schools and Beacon Centers within their portfolio. You will be responsible for daily program operations, program development, risk management, contract compliance, staff recruitment, training and supervision, relationship building, data analysis and fiscal management. The Deputy Director will cultivate and forge positive relationships with Principals and other school administrators, district administrators, parents and key community stakeholders, while increasing the organization’s presence in target communities and seeking to align resources that meet the needs of families.

Pay:

$80,000 to $85,000. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and credentials.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday (evenings and weekends may be required)

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist Program Directors with the development of needs assessments within their school communities and monitor the implementation of strategies to address those needs

• Develop new and innovative programming that supports the current needs of students, parents and community members

• Support Program Directors with aligning curriculum to New York Edge and funder requirements and guidelines

• Support Program Directors in intentional pedagogic approaches and curriculum development (grounded in the latest evidence-based positive youth development framework, ensuring DOE/funder alignment, and sharing new trends curriculum/learning landscape)

• Support Program Directors with the effective delivery of culturally competent and inclusive programs; with an emphasis on project- based learning, civic engagement, college & career readiness, mental health & social-emotional learning, social justice and student voice

• Support Program Directors with designing and implementing recruitment plans for all programs

• Conduct regular site visits and provide observation feedback

• Assess program performance and create continuous quality improvement plans

• Develop goals and benchmarks for evaluating success

• Build collaboration between key after-school stakeholders, especially Directors, organizational partners, and principals to support the Community Schools and Beacon Center program models

• Support the planning and coordination of special events

• Oversee daily operations of all programs within their portfolio

• Responsible for risk management at all sites within their portfolio

• Evaluate staff performance, identify areas of improvement, develop and lead staff trainings

• Encourage and support Program Directors and line staff in their professional development (identify problem areas and potential weaknesses) to improve program operations, offerings and staff collaborations

• Ensure that Program Directors are fully knowledgeable of all protocols and procedures

• Assess data to inform program decisions and strategies

• Communicate with liaisons to various funders and external parties

• Review and approve various items, such as staff attendance, payroll and purchases

• Assist in staff recruitment & retention efforts

• Create standardized procedures and forms

• Attend meetings, trainings and functions as scheduled

• Work closely with Director of Development in response to requests for proposals and securing state, federal and local funding

• Monitor attendance reports and follow-up on individual site challenges related to recruitment and retention

• Responsible for managing all budgets within his/her portfolio

• Represent agency at multiple local and national forums

• Ensure each site maintains comprehensive files for legal, financial, grant and licensing purposes

• Ensure contractual compliance is met by incorporating grant milestones into performance outcomes

• Manage program deliverables and reporting for government contracts

• Must successfully manage workload and deadlines independently of direct supervision

  Education Requirement(s):

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Masters preferred in education, youth development, social work or related field

  Experience Requirement(s):

• Five years of management experience, preferably supervising school based, multi-site programs

• At least 7 years experience in the field of urban education or community based organizations

• Demonstrated work experience in building relationships to advance program goals and objectives, preferably in a youth development setting

• Experience managing program budgets in excess of $800,000

• Understanding of Department of Education (DOE) and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) systems, language and Community School and Beacon initiatives

  Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to maintain calm during tense situations and negotiations with a strong ability to create consensus and persuade diverse constituents

• Bi-lingual skills (Spanish) highly preferred

• Systems thinker, data-driven decision-maker with data utilization know-how

• Proven ability to energize, motivate and engage staff

• Excellent organizational, analytical, financial management, and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a challenging and fast-paced environment

• Excellent oral and written communications skills

• Proficiency with general computer literacy, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other systems as needed

• Ability to travel to the sites and throughout the NYE service areas.

  Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but is required to interact with the community at-large during events, outreach, and trips.

• May be required to walk up and down stairs, lift or move objects/materials as needed.

• Work hours will be consistent Monday through Friday with potential for some weekend or evening scheduled activities or events.

  At time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.

  New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and communities to apply.

  Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.