HEAF Outreach Coordinator

Police Athletic League; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Police Athletic League (PAL) is seeking an Outreach Coordinator for the HEAF program at the Harlem Center to support daily operations, coordinate activities, maintain student records and attendance, and help connect students to academic enrichment and college access.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1–2 years in community outreach, strong communication, and flexible hours including evenings and weekends. The position is part-time at 441 Manhattan Ave, New York, NY.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree or higher preferred.
• 1–2 years of community outreach or youth development experience.
• Culturally relevant approaches and youth development competency.
• Ability to work evenings, early mornings and/or weekend hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily program activities, schedules, rosters, attendance and general program needs.
• Communicate with students and families regarding schedules and updates.
• Assist with student recruitment and outreach to local schools and community organizations.
• Organize workshops, family activities and events, including sign-ups and forms.
• Maintain attendance records and documentation; report updates to program director.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Community outreach

Youth development

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Conflict intervention

Negotiation

Decision-making

Delegation

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree or higher in a relevant human services field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About PALThe Police Athletic League (PAL) of New York City is an independent youth development nonprofit organization and has been a vibrant and vital institution, serving as an effective, critical bridge between police and communities across all five boroughs of the City since 1914. PAL operates diverse programs for children as young as 2 years old to young adults. Programs include Head Start, after-school programs and summer day camps for elementary, middle and high school youth, and summer Playstreets. PAL also runs evening teen centers and college readiness programs, youth employment, and juvenile justice programs. Staying true to PAL’s roots, a cornerstone of our youth development strategy includes offering competitive and recreational sports for children of all ages. At PAL, we’re devoted to empowering communities and building the best places to work, and that goes for our own teams too.Position SummaryThe HEAF Outreach Coordinator supports the daily operations of PAL's HEAF program at the Harlem Center, serving middle and high school students in grades 6–12. Responsibilities include coordinating program activities, maintaining student records and attendance, managing schedules, supporting events, and communicating with students and families.The position also supports student recruitment, family engagement, and community outreach while helping connect students to academic enrichment, college access, career exploration, and leadership opportunities. Working under the direction of the HEAF Program Director, the Outreach Coordinator helps ensure students and families remain informed, engaged, and connected to program resources.Commitment & CompensationSchedule: 10 hours per weekSalary: $30 per hourMajor Duties & ResponsibilitiesProgram Support: Assist with the coordination of daily program activities, schedules, student rosters, attendance, and general program needs.Student and Family Communication: Communicate with students and families regarding program schedules, activities, events, attendance, and important updates. Assist with follow-up when students are absent.Outreach and Recruitment: Assist with student recruitment, enrollment, and outreach to local schools, families, and community organizations to promote program participation.Events and Activities: Help organize workshops, college tours, family activities, and special events, including coordinating sign-ups and collecting required permission forms.Administrative Support: Maintain attendance records and student documentation, assist with routine administrative tasks, and provide program updates to the HEAF Program Director.Other duties as assigned.What You Bring:High school diploma required. Associate’s degree or higher in a relevant human services field preferred.1-2 years of community outreach, youth development or other relevant experience required.Demonstrated skills and competency in culturally relevant approaches and youth development.Non-judgmental approach and ability to empathize with others.Demonstrated experience establishing and maintaining community partnerships.Experience working in an ethnically, culturally and racially diverse environment.Ability to collaborate as part of a team.Leadership skills in conflict intervention, negotiation, decision-making, and delegation.Dynamic energy, able to multi-task and negotiate multiple requests.Committed to working toward positive community change.Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to speak effectively and persuasively to staff, members, parents, groups, and community residents.Ability to work evenings, early mornings and/or weekend hours as may be required periodically.Proficient in Microsoft Office applicationsLocation: Harlem Center – 441 Manhattan Avenue, New York, NYStart Date: November 2026At the Police Athletic League, we seek people who are talented, creative and passionate to help create a more inclusive city and better futures for our youth. We’re devoted to empowering communities and building the best places to work, and that goes for our own teams too.The Police Athletic League is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancyEmployment with PAL is contingent upon successful completion of all the Agency’s lawful pre-employment checks, which may include a background check.