{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"96807efcd42c21c0c5cded8b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/96807efcd42c21c0c5cded8b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/96807efcd42c21c0c5cded8b","title":"Part Time Program Director","description":"Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: New York, NY 10034Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $30.00 - $33.00 HourlyJob Category: EducationJob Description – Program Director (Parttime)\nOUR MISSION: Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future.\nOUR VISION: We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success.\nPROGRAM DESIGN Roads to Success (RTS) provides youth development programs including after-school, summer, enrichment, workforce development, and other opportunities serving young people throughout New York City. RTS incorporates the Circle of Courage framework, Belonging, Independence, Mastery, and Generosity, to create safe, supportive, and engaging environments where young people can thrive.\nPRIMARY FUNCTION The Program Director is responsible for the overall leadership, supervision, and day-to-day operation of an assigned RTS program site. Reporting to the Director of Program Operations, the Program Director ensures high-quality program implementation, staff performance, youth safety, regulatory compliance, enrollment and attendance, and strong relationships with families and school partners.\nThe Program Director directly supervises Assistant Directors, Activity Specialists, and/or Group Leaders and is responsible for creating a safe, organized, engaging, and accountable program environment.\nORGANIZATIONAL ROLE Reports To: Director of Program Operations\nDirect Reports: Assistant Director(s), Activity Specialists, and/or Group Leaders\nClassification: Class A – Onsite Essential (Program Staff)\nSchedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday; 28 hours per week; occasional evenings/weekends as needed\nWork Arrangement: Five (5) days onsite at assigned program site(s)\nLocation: 532 W 215th St, New York, NY 10034\nCompensation: $30.00-$33.00 per hour\nRESPONSIBILITIES Program Leadership & Operations Provide daily leadership and oversight of the assigned program site.\nEnsure consistent implementation of RTS program standards, schedules, activities, and youth development practices.\nMaintain a safe, organized, inclusive, and welcoming program environment.\nManage daily staffing assignments, transitions, activities, attendance, meals, and dismissal procedures.\nCommunicate staffing, operational, safety, and program concerns to the Director of Program Operations.\nStaff Supervision & Development Supervise, coach, and evaluate Assistant Directors, Activity Specialists, Group Leaders, and other assigned staff.\nEstablish clear expectations for professionalism, attendance, youth supervision, communication, and performance.\nConduct regular staff meetings, supervision sessions, observations, and performance feedback.\nSupport recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, training, scheduling, and retention of program staff.\nPartner with Human Resources and the Director of Program Operations regarding performance, attendance, or conduct concerns.\nProgram Quality & Youth Development Ensure program activities are engaging, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with RTS' mission and youth development model.\nMonitor lesson plans, enrichment activities, and staff implementation.\nPromote youth voice, leadership, belonging, social-emotional development, and positive relationships.\nObserve programming regularly and provide staff with coaching and feedback.\nUse program data, feedback, and observations to support continuous improvement.\nYouth Safety & Compliance Ensure appropriate active supervision of participants at all times.\nMaintain accurate rosters, attendance records, emergency contacts, and dismissal information.\nRespond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, injuries, behavioral concerns, and safety issues.\nEnsure required incident reports and notifications are completed in accordance with RTS procedures.\nMaintain compliance with applicable DYCD, NYC Public Schools/DOE, DOHMH, SACC, funder, and organizational requirements.\nMaintain required site documentation, certifications, safety materials, licenses, permits, and postings.\nSupport monitoring visits, audits, inspections, and corrective action plans.\nEnrollment, Attendance & Outcomes Maintain enrollment and attendance levels consistent with contractual and organizational expectations.\nImplement recruitment, enrollment, retention, and attendance strategies.\nMonitor attendance trends and engage families when concerns arise.\nEnsure required program data and reports are accurate and submitted on time.\nMonitor progress toward program goals, deliverables, and performance outcomes.\nFamily, School & Community Partnerships Serve as the primary site-level representative of RTS with families, school leaders, and community partners.\nMaintain positive relationships with principals, school staff, families, and other stakeholders.\nCommunicate program expectations, schedules, events, concerns, and accomplishments.\nFacilitate family orientations, meetings, and engagement activities.\nRespond professionally to family and partner concerns and elevate significant matters when appropriate.\nOrganizational Responsibilities Attend required supervisory meetings, trainings, professional development sessions, and organizational events.\nCollaborate with other Program Directors and departments to support consistent program quality.\nImplement organizational policies, procedures, and initiatives at the site level.\nPerform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Program Operations.\nQUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Education, Youth Development, Social Work, Human Services, Recreation, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.\nMinimum of 3–5 years of experience in youth development, after-school programming, education, community-based programming, or a related field.\nPrior supervisory or team leadership experience required.\nExperience managing school-based, after-school, summer, or government-funded youth programs strongly preferred.\nFamiliarity with DYCD, NYC Public Schools/DOE, DOHMH, SACC, or similar youth-program requirements preferred.\nStrong leadership, organizational, communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.\nDemonstrated knowledge of positive youth development, active supervision, and youth safety practices.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and program/data management systems.\nWORKING CONDITIONS This is a Class A – Onsite Essential (Program Staff) position requiring five (5) days onsite at the assigned program site.\nMust be comfortable working in NYC Public School buildings and community-based program environments.\nSchedule may vary based on school calendars, program operations, school holidays, summer programming, special events, and organizational needs.\nOccasional evening and weekend work may be required.\nParticipation in meetings and trainings at RTS Headquarters or other NYC locations may be required.\nMust be able to actively supervise program spaces, navigate stairs and facilities, and lift or carry materials up to 25 pounds as needed.\nCORE COMPETENCIES Youth Development Leadership: Creates safe, engaging, supportive, and youth-centered environments.\nStaff Supervision: Coaches, develops, and holds staff accountable for performance and professionalism.\nOperational Excellence: Maintains strong systems for staffing, safety, compliance, documentation, and program execution.\nRelationship Management: Builds effective relationships with youth, families, school partners, staff, and community stakeholders.\nJudgment & Accountability: Demonstrates sound judgment, addresses concerns promptly, and escalates significant risks appropriately.\nEquity & Inclusion: Demonstrates a commitment to equity, inclusion, cultural competency, and positive youth development.\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Roads to Success is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.\nWe are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome and valued and where equity and inclusion strengthen our ability to serve young people.\nDISCLAIMER This job description provides a general overview of the position and its essential functions and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Responsibilities may change based on organizational, programmatic, contractual, regulatory, or operational needs.\nThe employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.\nEmployment with Roads to Success is at will. Either the employee or Roads to Success may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice or cause, subject to applicable law. 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RTS incorporates the Circle of Courage framework, Belonging, Independence, Mastery, and Generosity, to create safe, supportive, and engaging environments where young people can thrive.\nPRIMARY FUNCTION The Program Director is responsible for the overall leadership, supervision, and day-to-day operation of an assigned RTS program site. Reporting to the Director of Program Operations, the Program Director ensures high-quality program implementation, staff performance, youth safety, regulatory compliance, enrollment and attendance, and strong relationships with families and school partners.\nThe Program Director directly supervises Assistant Directors, Activity Specialists, and/or Group Leaders and is responsible for creating a safe, organized, engaging, and accountable program environment.\nORGANIZATIONAL ROLE Reports To: Director of Program Operations\nDirect Reports: Assistant Director(s), Activity Specialists, and/or Group Leaders\nClassification: Class A – Onsite Essential (Program Staff)\nSchedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday; 28 hours per week; occasional evenings/weekends as needed\nWork Arrangement: Five (5) days onsite at assigned program site(s)\nLocation: 532 W 215th St, New York, NY 10034\nCompensation: $30.00-$33.00 per hour\nRESPONSIBILITIES Program Leadership & Operations Provide daily leadership and 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All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.\nWe are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome and valued and where equity and inclusion strengthen our ability to serve young people.\nDISCLAIMER This job description provides a general overview of the position and its essential functions and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Responsibilities may change based on organizational, programmatic, contractual, regulatory, or operational needs.\nThe employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.\nEmployment with Roads to Success is at will. 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