Organization Background:

After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is one of the leading national after-school program providers in the country. Our comprehensive school-based programs combine academics, enrichment, and health and fitness activities to help build the knowledge and skills children need to succeed, both in school and in life. Founded as a national organization by Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1992, ASAS is building a national model for after-school program delivery through our 15 chapters, all of which serve nearly 75,000 youth in major urban centers. After-School All-Stars is growing in New York City, serving two schools under a SONYC (School’s Out NYC) grant.

A Unique Opportunity:

ASAS is currently seeking an exceptional and dynamic leader for the Program Manager (PM) position. The PM will report to and work closely with the Executive Director (ED); general responsibilities include overall program management and leadership, and the development and monitoring of programs at Hamilton Grange Middle School.

Specific Responsibilities

Responsible for effective program planning throughout the year that includes session planning, development of class selections for students, site visits, culminating events, collaboration with core day initiatives, and field trips
Implement programming according to the SONYC program design and ensure grant objectives are met
Ensure implementation of ASAS National Initiatives in school and summer camp programming
Recruit, hire, and train effective program staff, capable of managing and leading a classroom and ensure that staff are developing high quality, comprehensive after-school programming
Conduct performance reviews and evaluations for program staff
Develop and thoroughly understand site budget, and any grant compliance requirements
Responsible for maintaining student participation and attendance throughout the year via recruitment and retention activities, including “student voice and choice” strategies
Ensure that student records and attendance data are maintained in an accurate manner
Assist in planning and execution of fundraising activities as directed by Executive Director
Provide support for organizational operations such as payroll, verifying employee background checks, and reconciling spending reports.
Document program activities via video, photos, and recording student success stories
Serve as a liaison with school personnel and community groups to maintain positive public and working relations of program with community partners

Travel daily to one or both sites. Occasional travel off-site meetings, trainings and events
Perform other duties as assigned

Traits and Characteristics:

The Program Manager should embody ASAS’s core values: accountable, collaborative, transparent, proactive, and entrepreneurial. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to lead, coach, and train program staff to accomplish demonstrated objectives. This position requires the flexibility to travel within the city, excellent relationship-building skills, and a commitment to the mission to provide youth with quality afterschool programming.

Experience and Education:

An undergraduate degree is required. Teaching experience or experience running after-school programs is preferred.

Experience working in a leadership or supervisory capacity in a school, after school, day camp or community youth outreach setting.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with school district staff, public officials, private sector officials, parents and community leaders.
Familiarity with quality criteria for after school programs.
Familiarity with youth development principles and middle school aged youth
Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate sensitivity to others as well as respond to critical incidents and act swiftly in an emergency situation.

Familiarity with basic computer software programs
Must clear DOJ & FBI Livescan and Tuberculosis Clearance
Familiarity and experience with diverse populations strongly preferred
Availability to work evenings and Saturdays as needed; some travel within the United States required
Must be on school site(s) during program hours of approximately 3:00-6:00pm

Salary and Benefits:

Starting base salary range is $50,000 and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

ASAS offers competitive benefits including, but not limited to health, dental, and vision. This position may include a cell phone and mileage reimbursement, depending on travel needs.

How to apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume and three-year salary history via e-mail to: asasjobs@afterschoolallstars.org. Your cover letter should be in PDF format and indicate how your experience is in direct alignment with the mission and vision of After-School All-Stars.

Please put “Program Manager, New York” and your last name in the subject heading.