Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York · 17 hours ago
Site Director
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York is seeking a Site Director for the Kennedy Center to represent their community services with various stakeholders. The role involves managing operations, fostering community collaborations, and ensuring the center meets the needs of the Harlem community.
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Responsibilities
In coordination with the Director of Facilities, manage the day-to-day operations of the center, including hours of operation, supervision of activities, management of client flow throughout the building and building security
Promote an environment of understanding of social and community needs and encourage active participation in programs at the center by those living in the community
Serve as a staff liaison to the Kennedy Center Advisory Board and attend meetings as required. Report back on key findings and provide suggestions for consideration for the Divisional Director of Food and Housing Stability
Work collaboratively with Program Directors at the center and create systems that ensure the smooth running of all center activities. (e.g., program rules, attendance sheets, room scheduling, etc.)
Identify service providers and potential program partners and as appropriate obtain services for community
Develop a calendar of events and activities and plan key offerings to further engage and support the Harlem community
In conjunction with the Office of Government Relations, develop and maintain relationships with elected officials, community leaders and other potential funders that promote the development of programs to meet the community’s needs and ensure the center’s fiscal viability
Work with our Marketing and Communications department to promote and update Catholic Charities on special initiatives being coordinated by the Kennedy Center and the Harlem Community
Participate in community events and assess needs, trends, and changes in the community
Manage budget oversight, reporting and program assessments, and evaluation of selected of assigned center activities
Manage rental space usage; this includes cost for usage, insurance certification, and overall coordination of the meeting/events being held
Supervise and train staff on their operational responsibilities. Hold key meetings with teams to ensure alignment on new developments regarding site operations
Ensure sufficient coverage for the site which includes evenings, holidays, and weekends
Ensure full compliance with all required training programs by tracking completion, adhering to deadlines, and staying up to date with industry standards
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required and at least four years of experience in the social services field
Community organizing experience required
Excellent interpersonal skills; the ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of social service delivery systems and local resources
Excellent organizational, time-management and communication skills
WIFI access and an ability to successfully navigate remote technology
Preferred
Building facility management experience is a plus