Cornerstone Weekend Coordinator

EL PUENTE DE WILLIAMSBURG INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

El Puente is seeking a Cornerstone Weekend Coordinator in Brooklyn to oversee Saturday programming and foster a welcoming space for neighbors of all ages. You will organize intergenerational activities and build ties with schools, faith groups, and community centers to recruit participants and partners.

The role is part-time, with Saturday hours 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, and compensation of $25 per hour. You will supervise co-locators, maintain rosters, ensure safety, and report progress to the Program

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating community programs, events, or activities for participants of different ages.
• Ability to supervise activities and coordinate with staff and partners, calmly handling schedule changes or safety concerns.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with accurate roster and incident reporting.
• Availability to work Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and flexibility to support other El Puente locations.
• Willingness to complete CPR and RTE training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate intergenerational activities and events, such as game tournaments, bingo, performances, and community celebrations.
• Build relationships with neighborhood offices, schools, faith-based organizations, and community centers to promote Saturday programming and recruit participants and partner groups.
• Recruit, schedule, and supervise co-locators and activity leaders during Saturday programming. Coordinate room assignments and communicate schedule changes.
• Help new participants enroll and find activities that match their interests. Maintain current rosters and sign-in sheets, and share them with activity leaders and security as needed.

Skills

Coordination of community programs

Supervise activities

Strong communication and organization

Saturday availability 10:00–17:00

CPR and RTE training willing

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: EPWPLC - Brooklyn, NY, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00Hourly, About El Puente

About El Puente

El Puente is a human rights institution founded in 1982 with a mission to inspire and nurture leadership for peace and justice. Through youth and community development, arts and cultural organizing, education, and civic engagement, El Puente supports communities in shaping the decisions that affect their lives.

The Opportunity

El Puente seeks a Cornerstone Weekend Coordinator to oversee Saturday programming and help make the center a safe, welcoming place for neighbors of all ages. The Coordinator organizes intergenerational activities, builds relationships with neighborhood groups, and connects residents with programs that reflect their interests.

Key Responsibilities

Weekend Programming and Community Outreach

• Plan and facilitate intergenerational activities and special events, such as game tournaments, bingo, performances, and community celebrations.
• Build relationships with neighborhood offices, schools, faith-based organizations, and community centers to promote Saturday programming and recruit participants and partner groups.
• Recruit, schedule, and supervise co-locators and activity leaders during Saturday programming. Coordinate room assignments and communicate schedule changes.
• Help new participants enroll and find activities that match their interests. Maintain current rosters and sign-in sheets, and share them with activity leaders and security as needed.

Site Operations, Safety, and Reporting

• Oversee Saturday site operations, including room availability, setup and breakdown, announcements, and troubleshooting. Keep program spaces clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Follow site safety and emergency procedures, coordinate with staff and security when concerns arise, and document and report incidents to the Program Director and DYCD as required.
• Maintain co-locator and activity leader records, including contact information, agreements, and required fingerprinting documentation.
• Document Saturday activities and events, email the Program Director an update after each shift, and meet with the Program Director every two weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating community programs, events, or activities for participants of different ages.
• Ability to supervise activities, coordinate with staff and community partners, and respond calmly to schedule changes or safety concerns.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to maintain accurate rosters, records, and incident reports.
• Availability to work Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and flexibility to support other El Puente program locations as needed.
• Willingness to complete required CPR and RTE training.

Location, Salary and Benefits

This position is based in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York.

This is a part-time position, scheduled Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional adjustments based on program needs.

Compensation for this position is $25 per hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity

El Puente is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a staff that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from Black, Latinx, Indigenous, immigrant, LGBTQIA+, and other historically underrepresented communities.