Chief Program Officer

Community Health Action of Staten Island•New York, NY

11d•$160,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI) is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and mission-driven Chief Program Officer to join its expanding executive leadership structure. This role is an opportunity to guide program strategy, quality, and impact within an organization dedicated to reducing the health impacts of poverty and limited access to care. The CPO will oversee the planning, implementation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of CHASI’s service portfolio, supervising senior program leaders, enhancing performance and accountability, ensuring compliance, and positioning programs for sustainable growth. This position offers a chance to join an organization with deep community roots, committed staff, and a clear focus on health equity.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree in social work, public health, public administration, or a related field.
At least 10 years of progressive senior management experience in nonprofit human services.
Proven leadership in program strategy, quality improvement, staff supervision, contracts, and compliance.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and data systems.

Nice To Haves

Lead with sound judgment, accountability, curiosity, and respect.
Build trust and use a trauma-informed, coaching-focused approach.
Turn complex requirements and data into clear, practical action.
Advance health equity and CHASI’s mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

Lead CHASI’s programs, ensuring quality, strong outcomes, and alignment with agency strategy.
Supervise and coach program leaders and guide annual planning, performance, and sustainability.
Use data to improve services, strengthen accountability, and communicate impact.
Partner across teams to meet contract, reporting, budget, and funding requirements.
Represent CHASI with the Board, funders, government agencies, and community partners.