Project Manager, Center for Youth Employment

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Project Manager for the Center for Youth Employment. This role involves engaging with city agencies and external partners to enhance programs for youth facing barriers to career readiness. You will support strategies that promote educational attainment and career exploration, while also providing technical assistance to nonprofits. The ideal candidate is a curious, self-motivated team player with strong communication skills and a commitment to public service. Join this meaningful initiative to make a positive impact on young New Yorkers' lives.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Potential Residency Incentives

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree or high school diploma with relevant experience required.
• Experience in community work or related fields is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in engaging with City agency partners to support youth programs.
• Coordinate with partners to improve educational and career support for youth.
• Monitor policies and align youth programming with City priorities.

Skills

Community Work Experience

Technical Assistance

Interpersonal Skills

Writing Skills

Microsoft Office

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

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The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish. DYCD supports youth and community services through contracts with a broad network of Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) throughout NYC. Our central task is administering city, state, and federal funds to innovative, practical, and quality programs that positively impact youth and communities.

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Talent & Workforce Development administers city services, public property, and most public agencies, enforcing laws across NYC. Led by Mayor Eric Adams, the administration aims to strengthen the economy, reduce inequality, and improve public safety. We value fairness, helpfulness, transparency, and leadership, building teams around these values. For current opportunities, visit our careers page.

NYC Talent manages the City’s talent and workforce development system, aiming to benefit residents, employers, and the economy through partnerships, talent development, and program coordination. The Center for Youth Employment (CYE) is an initiative of NYC Talent, focused on expanding and improving programs that help young New Yorkers build skills and explore careers.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Director in engaging with City agency partners, especially the NYC DOE, DYCD, and CUNY, supporting requests related to the Young Adult Career Success Action Plan.
• Support system-level strategies to assist priority youth facing barriers to career readiness, including out-of-school/out-of-work youth, youth in foster care, justice-impacted youth, and LGBTQI+ young people.
• Coordinate with external partners to improve programs supporting educational attainment, career exploration, and youth development.
• Provide technical assistance to nonprofits and service providers.
• Monitor and advise on relevant policies at all government levels.
• Coordinate with NYC Talent teams to align youth programming with industry trends and City priorities.
• Collaborate with External Affairs to showcase successes, share best practices, and promote initiatives.
• Support supervision of Youth Interns and Apprentices as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree and two years of community work experience, or
• High school diploma and six years of relevant community experience, or
• Equivalent education/experience with at least one year of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Curious, with a desire to help and a commitment to public service.
• Strong writing and computer skills, especially Microsoft Office.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Discreet handling of sensitive information.
• Self-motivated team player with entrepreneurial spirit.

Additional benefits include potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and residency within 90 days (or certain conditions). The City is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.