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About the Role

The Program Director will oversee and manage programming, operations, fiscal matters, and staff supervision within the COMPASS/SONYC division. This role fosters a safe, caring, and enriching environment for participants, promoting creative, social, and academic development. The Director will also manage community outreach and ensure compliance with all relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, manage, budget, purchase, plan, implement, and coordinate school-based After-school program, Holiday, and Summer Programs.
• Plan and maintain the overall delivery of quality programming, including activities, operations, enrollment, and outreach.
• Oversee program staff, operations, and services, ensuring compliance with directives.
• Ensure efficient departmental workflow and meet service deliverables for 90 or more participants.
• Conduct regular meetings with Program Supervisor and Assistant Program Director to review projects and address concerns.
• Manage data entry, recordkeeping, and file maintenance in accordance with UAU, DYCD, and NYC Department of Health requirements.
• Ensure all records are kept confidential and securely stored.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Develop and implement short and long-term goals for program success.
• Collaborate with Fiscal, Administration, and Program Supervisor to manage the annual operational budget.
• Develop and implement program-related forms and documents.
• Create and maintain a well-organized, clean, safe, and attractive learning environment.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of assigned UAU classroom spaces and work areas.
• Plan, organize, and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies, placing orders in a timely manner.
• Ensure program activities comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Oversee program operations to ensure compliance with UAU, NYC Department of Health, and DYCD policies and procedures.
• Work with Human Resources on hiring, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, performance reviews, timecards, scheduling, terminations, and investigations.
• Coordinate and manage required compliance trainings for staff.
• Manage and oversee staff schedules.
• Develop collaborative relationships with school administration, stakeholders, and community members.
• Maintain open communication with parents, school administration, DYCD, and Administration.
• Enforce all compliance and safety protocols.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Requirements

• An associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation or related field, or a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential or a School-Age Child Care Credential (SAC) or other Office-recognized credential specific to the school-age developmental period.
• Candidates with a Bachelor's degree will be required to complete NYS School-Age Care (SAC Credentials) within 18 months.
• 2+ years direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age.
• 2+ years in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field.
• Obtain and continuously maintain all necessary security clearances.
• Culturally competent with the ability to understand, be sensitive to, communicate with, and interact effectively with people across cultures.
• Familiar with regulations and requirements set forth by DYCD, NYC Department of Education, NYC Department of Health, and aware of compliance requirements.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent employee rapport and community leadership.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer usage (Windows, Microsoft Suite, Google Apps).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to conduct and complete work independently.
• Willingness to take initiative and be flexible.
• Excels working in a collaborative environment.

Skills

• Community outreach
• Attention to detail
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Relationship building
• Budget management
• Data entry
• Recordkeeping
• File maintenance
• Collaboration
• Time management
• Computer proficiency
• Organizational skills

Location

• PS 55 - Staten Island, NY 10312

Work Type

• Full-Time
• IN PERSON

Experience Level

• 2+ years direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age
• 2+ years in supervisory capacity

Education Level

• Associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation or related field, OR NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential OR School-Age Child Care Credential (SAC) or other Office-recognized credential
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Salary/Compensations

• $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

About the Company

• United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community-based agency in Staten Island, NY, providing services from job placement to youth development and community outreach.
• UAU aims to inspire, transform, and empower individuals of all ages.
• The agency is responsive to diverse populations and implements programs supporting positive outcomes.
• UAU offers comprehensive programming and holistic services, serving as a resource and support for communities.
• UAU is dedicated to engagement, education, and empowerment to create a better future.

Equal Opportunity

• EOE