Assistant Director - Wyckoff Gardens

Grand Street Settlement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Street Settlement’s Wyckoff Gardens program seeks a Cornerstone Program Assistant Director to help lead development and supervision of high-quality youth programming for elementary through adult participants. The role focuses on innovative programming in a dynamic NYCHA community space with a smaller funding footprint.

The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, budget and grant management skills, and bilingual Spanish/English abilities, with a strong commitment to urban youth

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent of 5+ years in youth services; supervisory exp preferred.
• Familiarity with BK communities, key stakeholders and resources.
• Experienced in designing, planning, and implementing structured programs.
• 1+ years in supervising staff.
• 1+ years of budget, contract and grant management experience.
• Ability to work independently, assesses priorities, and take initiative.
• High level of proficiency in administrative work.
• Knowledge of the public education system and positive youth development best practices.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to two program staff.
• Support orientation and evaluation of program staff assigned to center-based after school program and summer day camp.
• Supervise staff to meet goals and performance outcomes.
• Recruit participants and retention strategies using the DYCD online report.
• Liaise with school administration, parents and community entities.
• Support staff development through mentoring and coaching.
• Facilitate team meetings and ensure proper execution of staff meetings.
• Set standards for quality youth development programming.
• Engage community residents and partners to address community needs.
• Assist with quarterly program assessments and surveys.
• Seek at least 3 new partners annually.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Program design

Public speaking

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Community partnerships

Grant management

Microsoft Office

Research & communication

DYCD online

Education

Associates degree

Tools

DYCD online

Microsoft Office

Job description

TITLE:

Cornerstone Program Assistant Director

DEPARTMENT:

Youth and Community Development Services

PROGRAM:

Wyckoff Gardens; 280 Wyckoff Street Brooklyn, NY 11217

SCHEDULE:

School-Year: Monday-Friday, alternating times of 11am - 7pm, or 2pm - 10pm, alternating Saturdays 10am-5pm; Summer: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm, or 3pm - 11pm; at least 3 days out of the summer program weeks, PD must close program at 11pm; Saturdays (various); as a non-exempt employee, working hours will include non-standard hours

SALARY RANGE:

$50,000 - $55,000 annually

REPORTS TO:

Cornerstone Program Director/Brooklyn Deputy Director

DATE:

November 2026

JOB SUMMARY:

Grand Street Settlement Cornerstone Program Assistant Directors are responsible for assisting in the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the NYCHA Community Center. In addition, there is an expectation of high quality, innovative programming for our elementary, middle school, high school and adult participants. Due to the funding and the small nature of the program space, this position is compensated differently than a program space and funding availability of our larger sites.

Education, Experience And Skill Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent of 5+ years in youth services, supervisory experience preferred
• Familiarity with respective BK communities, key stakeholders and resources
• Experienced in designing, planning, and implementing structured programs
• 1+ years in supervising staff
• 1+ years of budget, contract and grant management experience
• Ability to work independently, assesses priorities, and take initiative
• 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 and positive youth development best practices
• Strong public speaking, writing and organizational skills
• A team player with demonstrated commitment to working with urban youth and young adults from an asset-based perspective
• Ability to set up and maintain work environment that challenges gender stereotypes and is LGBTQIA+-friendly
• A background in partnering with the Department of Education and local community based organizations to support programs
• Have skills in experiential learning and group facilitation with youth
• Must be an outstanding strategic thinker
• 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 online
• Must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance ($25 fee)
• Must have NYS Food Handler’s Certificate
• Must be CPR and Advanced First Aid Certified
• Bilingual required (fluent in Spanish/English)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the BK Program Supervisor & Cornerstone Program Director, ensure the following:

Program & Community Development

• Provide direct leadership and strategic direction to two program staff
• Support with the orientation and evaluation of program staff assigned to center-based after school program, evenings, Saturdays and summer day camp
• Support with supervision of all program staff under the guidance of the program director and delivery of services on a day-to-day basis, in order to ensure that all goals, targets, and performance outcomes are met on a daily/weekly/monthly basis
• Responsible for participant recruitment and retention strategies by utilizing the DYCD online report
• Serves as the primary liaison for school administration, parents and other community entities and constituencies
• Work with the Program Director to ensure staff improve job performance through ongoing mentoring, coaching, and monthly staff development
• Facilitate bi-monthly team meetings and ensure that all staff meetings are properly executed
• Work with the Program Director to set, communicate and enforce clear standards for quality youth development programming
• Actively engage community residents, local businesses, community leaders and resident advisor to participant on monthly advisory board and youth council to support to community needs
• Must understand and navigate community culture and dynamic to ensure program quality
• Participate in ongoing efforts to advocate for program needs via community coalition building and via administering feedback surveys and program assessments
• Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least 3 new partners a year to support programs
• Create quarterly community events, special events, and workshop series
• Assess program on quarterly to ensure that community needs

Administrative

• Ensure attendance tracking and reporting meets contractual requirements regarding enrollment and attendance.
• Respond to all electronic and phone communication within 2 business days
• Ensure all DOH School-Aged Child Care and DOH Summer Day Camp regulations and procedures are complied with and conduct quarterly self-checklist inspection
• Coordinate and execute all major events and activities along with other GSS’s Program Directors
• Responsible for the CACFP Food Program and all of its components, including reporting and maintaining appropriate documentation
• Communicate with NYCHA and DYCD key stakeholders, as well as participate in meetings
• Prepare a monthly calendar of events, programs, meetings, and activities.
• Create a budget plan that supports program needs and ensure timely spending.
• Collaborate on cross-borough and agency/ department wide events and strategic planning efforts.

Facility

• Maintain and diligently follow up on facility logs to ensure timely response
• Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of facility and coordinate with agency (NYCHA & DYCD) to effectively maximize program space
• Bi-yearly beautification/upgrade projects for the center
• Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least 3 new partners a year
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director/Deputy Director/CPO
• SUMMER: Manage MS Expansion program (open seven days a week) as required and be available during off hours to provide additional support as needed to the Program Director and Evening Supervisors (including weekends).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)