Content Specialist

Jacob A Riis Neighborhood Settlement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement match

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

EAP services

Job summary

Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is seeking a Content Specialist to oversee and support COMPASS content implementation for the Queensbridge Community Center Youth program in Long Island City, NY.

The role includes curriculum development, lesson planning, supervising Activity Specialists, Group Leaders, and Youth Workers, and ensuring alignment with DYCD standards and program goals. Data reporting and continuous quality improvements are essential components of the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory/oversight experience.
• Strong knowledge of youth development practices and program design.
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and implementation of program content in required COMPASS areas.
• Develop sequenced lesson plans and curricula with clear goals.
• Provide coaching, supervision, and training to Activity Specialists, Group Leaders, and Youth Workers.
• Conduct program observations and provide feedback for improvement.
• Coordinate and deliver professional development opportunities for staff.
• Monitor activities for quality, consistency and alignment with objectives.
• Support evaluation and reporting by maintaining documentation of content and outcomes.
• Collaborate with leadership to strengthen program design and delivery.
• Maintain accurate data entry for attendance, activities, and outcomes for reporting.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff training

Coaching

Youth development

Program design

Organizational communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: QBCCY Queensbridge Community Center Youth - Long Island City, NY 11101Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $56,000.00 - $56,000.00 Salary/year

THE ORGANIZATION

Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement (Riis Settlement), a community-based non-profit organization offering comprehensive services to the youth, adults, older adults, immigrants and families of Western Queens, is dedicated to civic engagement and organizing as integral to our mission “to build and strengthen underserved communities and act as a catalyst for change.” For more information about Jacob A Riis Neighborhood Settlement, please view our website at www.riissettlement.org

JOB SUMMARY

The Content Specialist is responsible for overseeing and supporting the implementation of programming across COMPASS required content areas. Replacing the former Education Specialist role, this position is broader in scope and includes selecting or developing curricula, creating lesson plans, and ensuring activities align with DYCD standards and program goals. The Content Specialist provides direct supervision, coaching, and professional development to Activity Specialists, Group Leaders, and Youth Workers to ensure program quality and consistency.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, selection, and implementation of program content in required COMPASS areas, ensuring compliance with DYCD requirements.
• Develop or adapt sequenced lesson plans and curricula with clear goals and objectives.
• Provide coaching, supervision, and training to Activity Specialists, Group Leaders, and Youth Workers.
• Conduct program observations and provide feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and deliver professional development opportunities for program staff.
• Monitor program activities to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with objectives.
• Support evaluation and reporting by maintaining accurate documentation of program content and outcomes.
• Collaborate with program leadership to strengthen program design and delivery.
• Maintain accurate and timely data entry for participant attendance, program activities, and outcomes to ensure compliance with funder and agency reporting requirements.

QualificationsSTATEMENT OF SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree required (Education, Youth Development, Human Services, or related field preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory or oversight position, including program content management, staff training, and coaching.
• Strong knowledge of youth development practices and program design.
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across programs.

Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off package of 13 holidays, 12 sick days, 10 days of vacation, and 6 personal days.
• Retirement plan with 50% employer match up to 6% of total salary
• Student Loan Assistance and Education Assistance
• Health, Dental, Vision, LTD, AD&D and Life Insurance
• EAP Services

Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.