Assistant Director

Assistant Director

Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future. We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success. RTS facilitates a variety of youth programs including after-school, summer camps, retreats, conferences and summer employment opportunities reaching thousands of young people throughout NYC each year. RTS emphasizes the youth development practice of the Circle of Courage in all our programs; creating an environment of Belonging, where young people can build their Independence, find and develop their Mastery skill, and practice Generosity in their communities. At the core of our programs are staff training strategies that enable our young professionals to develop extraordinarily meaningful relationships with the young people in their care who we call Our Future Leaders because that is what they all are.

An Assistant Director works with the Site Director to ensure the program is being supervised and managed. Assistant Directors are expected to assist the Site Director with administrative and operational tasks.

Supervisor : Program Director

Compensation : $20 $22 per hour

Location : Renaissance Arts School - 319 East 117th Street, New York, NY 10035

Hyde Middle School - 720 Livonia Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Level Up - 154 West 93rd Street, New York, NY 10025

MS 206 - 508 East 120th Street New York, NY 10035

Responsibilities :

• Assume leadership role when Program Director is absent.
• Assist with managing and supervising staff.
• Assist with operational aspects of program.
• Assist in administrative tasks such as payroll, attendance, and supply orders.
• Ability to lead behavior interventions and staff trainings.
• Coordinate pre-program site preparation and post-program site closure.
• Oversee DOH guidelines, Covid-19 procedures, and Fire / Emergency Preparedness Drills.
• Facilitate a working relationship with parents to maximize progress with their children.
• Work collaboratively with staff to maintain order and participation during program.
• Attend mandatory scheduled meetings and professional development trainings.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the Site Director.

Qualifications :

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel welcome and valued. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success in serving youth.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and its essential functions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to the staff member. The specific duties and responsibilities of the position may change from time to time, as determined by the needs of the organization. The staff member must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.