Deputy Managing Director of DYCD School-Based Programs

Deputy Managing Director of DYCD School-Based Programs YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood 54 Nagle Ave New York, NY 10040 POSITION OVERVIEW Assist in the oversight of all DYCD-funded after-school programs to ensure compliance with DYCD, agency, and school-based requirements. Monitor program performance, enrollment, attendance, and retention goals. Ensure all sites maintain accurate documentation, participant records, and required compliance files. Conduct regular site visits to assess program quality, safety, and operational effectiveness. Serve as the site Program Director when necessary, ensuring smooth program operations, staff support, and effective service delivery. Support the preparation and completion of DYCD reports, audits, monitoring visits, and evaluations. Ensure adherence to all child safety, supervision, and incident-reporting protocols. Assist with recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations. Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities. Support corrective action processes and staff accountability measures when necessary. Foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with site leadership to develop engaging educational, recreational, arts, STEM, leadership, and enrichment activities. Monitor program quality using DYCD quality standards and assessment tools. Develop strategies to improve participant engagement and program outcomes. Support implementation of youth development best practices. Maintain strong relationships with school administrators, teachers, community organizations, and families. Represent the organization at school meetings, community events, and DYCD meetings. Assist in expanding partnerships that enhance programming and participant opportunities. Oversee program data collection and reporting through DYCD systems and internal databases. Analyze attendance, enrollment, and outcome data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Ensure timely submission of required reports and deliverables. Assist in monitoring program budgets and expenditures. Ensure effective allocation of program resources and supplies.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Full- time, exempt position

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation range of $80,000 - $90,000 per year based on experience, skillset, and education. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and competitive benefits package: Health Insurance; Retirement Plan, Optional 403b Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account. Minimum Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in youth development, after-school programming, or educational programs. Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience. Experience managing DYCD-funded programs strongly preferred. Experience working within school-based environments and community organizations. Bilingual Spanish is preferred

WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE

Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. Must pass the background check, medical exams, fingerprinting and other requirements of the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Education (DOE), and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Additional functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. $75,000 - $85,000 Agency Information: Established in 1917 as one of the first Jewish community centers in New York City, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the Y) is a thriving and visionary not-for-profit human services organization in Northern Manhattan. We welcome people of diverse ethnicities and all ages, from pre-school to older adults, into the Y family with a wide range of educational, recreational and social services and programs that focus on improving the quality of their lives. With a long and distinguished history, the Y is a multi-service community center that is well known for its nurturing environment and non-judgmental philosophy. #J-18808-Ljbffr The New Orleans Jewish Community Center