TITLE: Program Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Youth and Community Development

PROGRAM: Brooklyn Youth Services Programs

WORK SCHEDULE: School-Year: Monday-Friday, 11 am- 7 pm, some Saturdays

Summer: Monday-Friday, 10:30 am - 6:30 pm, week nights, Saturdays (various); as a non-exempt employee

SALARY RANGE: $95,000/ year; commensurate with professional work-related experience, program work- scope, funding, and job performance

REPORTS TO: Deputy Director of Brooklyn

DATE: March 2024

Job Summary: The Program Supervisor is a self driven individual who will oversee after-school programs, summer day camps, and Cornerstones in efforts to promote the development and success of youth through the services provided. In collaboration with the Deputy Director of Brooklyn (DD), will serve to lead and strengthen existing programs and will drive initiatives to expand services at after-school and center-based sites.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree is a must
• At least 10 years of youth experience and five years of supervision and program management
• Experience supervising after school program (s) in a youth development framework
• High level of proficiency in administrative work
• Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projects
• Knowledge of the public education system, NYC public housing Community Centers, and positive youth development best practices
• Persuasive public speaking, writing and organizational skills
• Must be able to develop and monitor budgets
• Must have proven track record developing new procedures, protocols, and programming
• Must be able to attend outside community meetings and work extended hours as needed
• A team player with a demonstrated commitment to working with urban youth and young adults from an asset-based perspective
• The ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic
• Ability to set up and maintain work environments that challenge gender stereotypes and is LGBTQIA friendly
• A background in partnering with the Department of Education and local community-based organizations to support programs
• Must have successfully supervised multiple sites
• Must be able to build and maintain positive work relationships with key stakeholders.
• Must be flexible, cooperative and willing to work in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Proficiency in a variety of internet research and communication functions
• Experienced in DYCD programming regulations and DYCD Connect

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that GSS sites are providing high quality, comprehensive after-school, evening/weekend, teen, adults programming through routine site visits and assessment tools
• Directly supervise program directors (PD): Coach and mentor PD and staff through feedback, training, project based learning, and learning opportunities; Lead training staff in the principles of youth development; and other applicable trainings
• Utilize positive youth development resources to improve student attendance, behavior and/or academic performance.
• Ensure all of our internal GSS programs and services are integrated into youth programs.
• Develop and implement new programming in collaboration with the Deputy Director.
• Administer contracts, monitor compliance, and meet contractual requirements for each program.
• Develop and monitor program budgets in conjunction with the Program Directors and Finance team.
• Review, analyze and respond to appropriate public Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality improvement mechanisms and procedures.
• Participate in agency workgroups and Senior Leadership Groups.
• Utilize technology as a management tool and outcome data in program management.
• Maintain up to date knowledge in relevant practice areas.
• Act as liaison to the broader community as appropriate, including membership on relevant committees, representation, and/or participation in community, city, state, and federal meetings and committees. Represent GSS at community development meetings and contract agency meetings.
• Collaborate with GSS support departments to ensure program excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Candidates must complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check; 3 Reference Check; Physical w/ updated TB Test ( Fees may apply). If offered the position must submit $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review Valid CPR/AED Pro or First Aid/RTE certification through recognized accrediting body preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)