Site Director Position Available In Bronx, New York

Site Director
Job Details
Job Location
Bronx, NY
Salary Range
$28.00 – $28.00 Hourly

Description Position:

Site Director SNL Who we are: The 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 Summary:

We are looking for a Site Director who will be responsible for the overall planning and operation of the SNL in accordance with the Police Athletic League’s (the Agency) mission, goals, and policies. Provide leadership, direction, training, and support to on-site staff and volunteers in the safe and structured operation of the center. We are looking for a Site Director who will be responsible for the overall planning and operation of the SNL Program in accordance with the Police Athletic League’s (the Agency) mission, goals, and policies. Provide leadership, direction, training, and support to on-site staff and volunteers in the safe and structured operation of the center. The Site Director will report to the Sports 

Director Major Duties & Responsibilities:

Under the management of the Sports Department, establish goals and objectives for SNL and effectively oversee all programs and operations.
Ensure compliance with Agency policies. Prepare and organize financial and program reports on a scheduled basis and as requested by the Sports Director.
Work with Agency personnel to ensure that organizational objectives are accomplished, and serve as the senior representative of the center.
Plan and oversee the effective development and administration of programs and services. With assistance and direction from the Agency, recruit, interview, hire, and train staff and volunteers.
Oversee and evaluate programs and staff on a scheduled and consistent basis. Counsel, discipline, recommend for promotions or pay increases, and terminate staff as needed and in compliance with Agency policies.
Develop a positive environment for youth development based on the mission and goals of the Agency.
Establish and maintain policies and procedures that ensure the safety and well-being of all members, staff, volunteers, and visitors.
Establish, implement, and evaluate plans to promote the organization and market programs to the community at large.
Ensure that program staff understands and effectively communicates the standards of the program; that they provide safe, functional, clean, and well-lit program areas and that program equipment is appropriately used and maintained.
Ensure that a professional, instructional environment exists in all program areas.
Ensure that communication and guidance from staff to youth members is carried out professionally, enabling members to make appropriate choices in their educational, personal, physical, social, emotional, and vocational lives.
Build and maintain relationships with schools’ participants come from and work with school staff to ensure programming is reflecting school goals and needs.

Additional Responsibilities:

Convene meetings with staff, volunteers/interns, program members, parents, and community residents as needed to assist in program delivery, communicate established policies, and promote a positive environment.
Develop collaborative relationships with other community-based organizations to enhance program offerings.
Organize and/or participate in external special events to promote the Agency’s mission and image, cultivate relationships, and generate broad support.
Qualifications Who you are/What you bring: A minimum of two years of academic preparation in recreation discipline, or other equivalent sports training.
A minimum of two years of work experience in a non-profit youth or social service agency with supervisory experience.
A minimum of two years of experience working with youth in elementary, middle school or high school Demonstrated skills and competency as an instructor/coach Understanding of conflict resolution, mediation and mentoring concepts.
Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to speak professionally to staff, members, parents, groups and community residents.
Familiarity with office protocols involving dress, demeanor, record keeping, confidentiality, staff meetings, visitors, and employee use of supplies and equipment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Compensation:

 $28.00

Per Hour Location:

Webster Center Days & Hours:

 Saturday 4pm – 9pm At 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 pregnancy Employment with PAL is contingent upon successful completion of all the Agency’s lawful pre-employment checks, which may include a background check.