Title: Workforce Development Program Coordinator

Reports to: Senior Director of Career Development

Location: Bronx

About Phipps Neighborhoods:

Phipps Neighborhoods helps children, youth, and families in low-income communities rise above poverty. We work in South Bronx neighborhoods where we can address the greatest barriers to lasting success through education and career programs, and access to community resources.

We’re dedicated to our neighborhoods for the long term, supporting individuals and families as they establish self-sufficiency. Our services create opportunities for people to thrive in every aspect of their lives.

Position Summary:

The Workforce Development Program Coordinator will work closely with the Senior Director to create dynamic programs utilizing youth development best practices and principles to create conducive learning environment for children, youth and families. The Workforce Development Program Coordinator will serve as the liaison between Phipps Neighborhoods and respective employers in the Bronx and community at large.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitor day to day programming operations
Model appropriate youth and adult development practices.
Supervise and coach direct service staff members.
Facilitate staff meetings and professional development trainings for direct service staff.
Work closely with the Senior Director to direct staff to establish a common language, workplace culture and program vision that speaks to our purpose in the community and the impact we aim to make.
Create a strong sense of community which values respect, acceptance, and high expectations.
Design and implement office policies by establishing standards and procedures; measuring results against standards; making necessary adjustments where needed.
Responsible for all data entry in Salesforce and DYCD contracted data systems (YEPS online and Capricorn) including participant enrollment and attendance and ensure that all program goals and outcome targets are achieved.
Ensure all records including staff files, participant files, and program certifications are up to date and in accordance with organizational and funding source requirements.

Maintain office efficiency by planning and implementing office systems, layout and equipment procurement, maintain and replenish inventory, checking stock to determine inventory levels, and anticipate needed supplies.
Cultivate relationship with prospective employers for internship and job placement opportunities.
Establish programming logistics including but not limited too staff schedules, space reservations, resource needed, etc.
Make sure that all program related facilities and materials are well maintained and liaise with the appropriate agency staff around facility maintenance, when necessary.
Evening and weekend work related to special events and meetings may be required.
Create and establish relationships with external partner’s and community organizations.
Perform any and all task deemed necessary by the Senior Director.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred; High School Diploma or GED required.
At least two years of experience administrative.
Experience working with the targeted age group of youth ages 16-24 is ideal.
Excellent computer skills including the Microsoft Windows computer environment, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and electronic communication tools; internet and email required.
Demonstrated organizational skills required; proven problem solving and interpersonal skills; proven ability to work with multiple deadlines and multiple priorities.
Ability to work across a variety of projects and with diverse populations.
Flexibility, adaptability and ability to work in a changing environment.
Team player, excited about the opportunity to work in an environment dedicated to the development and growth of youth.

How to apply

Please forward your resume and cover letter to mdelaoz@phippsny.org