Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation · 1 month ago
Deputy Director, Community Engagement Program
The Bronx, Bronx, NY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$80K/yr - $85K/yr
7+ years expNew York Edge is the largest provider of school-based afterschool and summer programming in New York City, serving thousands of students annually. The Deputy Director of Community Schools is responsible for leading and enhancing community school initiatives, overseeing program operations, and cultivating relationships with stakeholders to meet the needs of students and families.
Non-profit Organization Management
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead Program Directors in developing comprehensive needs assessments for each school community and monitor the implementation of targeted strategies to address identified needs
Design and implement innovative programming that responds to the evolving needs of students, families, and community stakeholders
Support Program Directors in aligning curricula with New York Edge and funder guidelines. Provide leadership in adopting intentional, evidence-based pedagogical approaches grounded in positive youth development frameworks, ensuring alignment with NYCPS and current educational trends
Guide Program Directors in delivering culturally competent, inclusive programs focused on project-based learning, civic engagement, college and career readiness, mental health and SEL, social justice, and elevating student voice
Assist Program Directors with the development and execution of strategic recruitment plans to ensure full program participation and engagement
Conduct regular site visits to observe programming, provide actionable feedback, and identify areas for continuous improvement
Evaluate program effectiveness, set measurable goals and benchmarks, and implement continuous quality improvement plans
Foster strong relationships with school leaders, community stakeholders, and external partners to advance the Community School model
Oversee daily operations across all assigned sites, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and alignment with the Community School framework and organizational mission
Lead risk management efforts across all sites, ensuring safe and supportive environments for students and staff, and ensuring all Program Directors are fully trained on organizational procedures and protocols
Supervise and evaluate program staff, identify professional development needs, and lead training initiatives to improve team performance
Analyze program data to inform strategic decisions, enhance impact, and guide resource allocation
Serve as a liaison to funders and external stakeholders, maintaining clear communication and compliance with reporting requirements
Review and approve administrative items such as staff attendance, payroll, and purchasing to ensure accuracy and adherence to policy
Support organizational efforts in staff recruitment and retention, promoting a positive workplace culture and long-term employee engagement
Create and implement standardized procedures, tools, and systems to streamline operations and improve efficiency
Partner with the Director of Development to respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and secure funding from local, state, and federal sources
Provide fiscal oversight, including developing and managing site-level budgets, monitoring expenditures, approving purchases, and ensuring compliance with funder and organizational guidelines
Ensure all program documentation meets legal, grant, and licensing standards
Monitor grant compliance by aligning milestones with performance goals and managing deliverables
Represent the organization at meetings, trainings, and public functions, as assigned
Maintain high standards of organization, accountability, and autonomy in managing multiple priorities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
Five years of management experience, preferably supervising school-based, multi-site programs
At least 7 years of 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 the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) systems and languages
Ability to maintain calm during tense situations and negotiations, with a strong ability to create consensus and persuade diverse constituents
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
Skilled in managing complex initiatives, meeting deadlines, and balancing competing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication for a variety of audiences, including reports, proposals, and public speaking
Proficiency with general computer literacy, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other systems as needed
Ability to travel to the sites and throughout the New York Edge service areas
Preferred
Master's preferred in education, youth development, social work, or related field
Knowledge of the Community School framework and whole-child, whole-family approaches preferred
Bilingual skills (Spanish) are highly preferred
Company
Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation
SASF's MISSION: To help bridge the academic performance gap among under-achieving students by extending the school day and year with wholesome, skill-building activities designed to improve New York City children’s academic performance, health and wellness, attitude towards school, self-confidence, character and values, and opportunity for lifelong employment.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase