Program Director - SYEP

Program 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.

The primary functions of the Program Director are threefold : to ensure that the RTS mission and vision of positive youth development is carried into practice at program, to ensure that program staff are clear on program goals, are given the direction and support they need to achieve those goals, are given regular and meaningful feedback on their work, are valued as employees, and are given multiple opportunities to grow and learn, and to build and maintain positive relationships with all key stakeholders.

Reports : Youth Workforce Program Manager

Supervises : Summer Youth Employment, Pathways, and Work, Learn, Grow Programs (Ages 14 24)

Hours : Fulltime, Monday Friday

Compensation : $58,500 - 60,000 per year

Responsibilities :

Program Management and Oversight

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of SYEP, WLG, and Pathways programming serving over 600 participants.
• Ensure full compliance with DYCD regulations, benchmarks, and contractual deliverables.
• Oversee participant onboarding, payroll, documentation, timekeeping, and attendance processes.
• Monitor implementation of all program components, including remote learning, career readiness, and enrichment workshops.
• Ensure all DYCD data systems (YEPS, Discover DYCD, STARS, and Worksite Portal) are updated and maintained regularly.

Staff Supervision and Team Development

Worksite & Stakeholder Engagement

Program Design and Logistics

Data and Evaluation

Qualifications :

Working Conditions

Competencies

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.