New York City, NY-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Manhattan, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

The National Service Program Support Director is responsible for managing all aspects of member and host site management for all of the AmeriCorps state/national programs administered by NYC Service, including NYC Civic Corps, NYCHA Health Corps, City Service Corps and any future new programs. The Director leads a team of Program Coordinators, develops program policies, develops and prepares member and supervisor evaluations, and engages in direct partnership management with host sites throughout the service year.

  • Manage a team of 3-5 full-time staff National Service Program Coordinators which includes overall task/work plate management, weekly check-ins, mentorship and coaching.
  • Develop professional development training for the 3-5 Program Coordinators based on needs and program changes.
  • Develop and/or revise member and host site management policies including but not limited to member performance evaluations, performance improvement plans, and host site evaluations.
  • Support the Program Coordinators with member and host site challenges including, but not limited to, performing mediation, attending host site meetings, and providing coaching to Coordinators.
  • Provide support to host site supervisors including leading best practice learning sessions.
  • Oversee the development and revision of program handbooks.
  • Lead elements on member and supervisor trainings including on program policies and procedures during orientation.
  • Oversee member and host site resources including the online portal (which includes all member and supervisor training information) and resource library.
  • Oversee the creation and implementation of member committee(s) and ensure that the committee(s) is on track to meet its planning and member development goals.
  • Implement office hour framework for all programs with Program Coordinators to ensure program connections and support outside of trainings.
  • Oversee the planning on special events and service days such as 9/11 Day of Service, MLK Day of Service, AmeriCorps Week.
  • Contribute to elements of the host site selection process including reviewing application materials and participating in the selection process.
  • Manage elements of the creation, development and distribution of member contracts and host site agreements.
  • Support elements of the member and host site onboarding processes.
  • Serve as a member of the national service program team management team which includes setting overall vision and policy for NYC Service's AmeriCorps programs.
  • Work with the national service program management team to develop program policies.
  • Provide support on additional NYC Service national service team projects where needed and appropriate.
  • Attend all required meetings with the NYS Commission on National and Community Service including program calls and trainings.
  • Attend all required and suggested AmeriCorps national or regional trainings and conferences.
  • Represent NYC Service at select events and support NYC Service all-staff events, as needed.
  • Be available on select weekends and on select evenings, as needed.
  • Support City initiatives as needed, including but not limited to possible emergency response (e.g. evacuation shelters, etc.).
  • A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Three years satisfactory full-time experience related to the projects and policies to be studied in the particular position.
  • Strong track record of leadership, management, time-management, multi-tasking, problem-solving, organizational communication, research, analytical, writing, proofreading.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and maintain an enthusiastic work ethic.
  • Ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, work independently and within a team environment.
  • Strong knowledge of the NYC nonprofit sector and/or city government.
  • AmeriCorps alum and/or have previous experience with AmeriCorps in a staff role, desirable.
  • Experience with mediation, social work and/or conflict resolution a plus.
  • Knowledge and skill in program design and relationship management.
  • Passion for service and civic engagement.
  • A sense of fun and of the possible.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
  • New York City residency requirement within 90 days of appointment.
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