City of New York
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City of New York . The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish. Workforce Connect (a division of DYCD) is comprised of a portfolio of Youth and Adult Workforce Development programs, including those that focus primarily on in-school youth such as the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), Work, Learn and Grow (WLG), and Learn & Earn as well as programs for Out-of-School, Out-of-Work (OSOW) community members such as Advance & Earn, Train & Earn, and CRED-NYC. In partnership with NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) and CUNY, DYCD has launched the CUNY REACH Pilot, a program that offers young people the opportunity to take a CUNY course and get paid while earning early college credits or building eligibility for a credit-bearing course. In addition, participants will complete internship experiences as part of the 150 hours provided through SYEP. DYCD is seeking a Program Coordinator for the CUNY REACH Pilot to lead participant recruitment and coordinate with key stakeholders. The Program Coordinator will be a vital member of the In-School Youth team, working closely with DYCD-contracted providers, workforce development partners, and interagency collaborators to support youth in earning academic credit and gaining early college exposure. This is a three-year, grant-funded position reporting to the Senior Director of In-School Youth Workforce Programs. Responsibilities
Develop informational materials and resources for recruitment sessions at NYCPS schools and with provider organizations. Support participant recruitment by coordinating with provider and CUNY staff to ensure alignment on eligibility requirements and slot allocations. Maintain regular communication with internal and external partners to provide updates on provider progress and overall program status. Serve as a point of contact for provider staff, offering guidance and connecting them to appropriate partners or resources to address challenges. Organize and facilitate meetings or calls with participating providers as needed to promote collaboration and information sharing. Compile, analyze, and process all reports/data supporting provider performance statistics to inform and support management decision-making. Other projects and tasks as needed to support the SYEP unit and programs. Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community-centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or Education and/or experience which is equivalent to abilities described in the above, with at least one year of the experience described in item 1. Preferred Skills
Strong knowledge of workforce development, youth employment, and NYC’s labor market landscape. Demonstrated success building and managing employer partnerships and multi-stakeholder initiatives. Experience in education-to-career pathway development or industry-informed training programs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage complex projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate across sectors. Strong facilitation, negotiation, and relationship management skills. Other Information
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Salary: $62,868.00 – $97,593.00
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Join to apply for the
Program Coordinator, CareerReady
role at
City of New York . The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish. Workforce Connect (a division of DYCD) is comprised of a portfolio of Youth and Adult Workforce Development programs, including those that focus primarily on in-school youth such as the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), Work, Learn and Grow (WLG), and Learn & Earn as well as programs for Out-of-School, Out-of-Work (OSOW) community members such as Advance & Earn, Train & Earn, and CRED-NYC. In partnership with NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) and CUNY, DYCD has launched the CUNY REACH Pilot, a program that offers young people the opportunity to take a CUNY course and get paid while earning early college credits or building eligibility for a credit-bearing course. In addition, participants will complete internship experiences as part of the 150 hours provided through SYEP. DYCD is seeking a Program Coordinator for the CUNY REACH Pilot to lead participant recruitment and coordinate with key stakeholders. The Program Coordinator will be a vital member of the In-School Youth team, working closely with DYCD-contracted providers, workforce development partners, and interagency collaborators to support youth in earning academic credit and gaining early college exposure. This is a three-year, grant-funded position reporting to the Senior Director of In-School Youth Workforce Programs. Responsibilities
Develop informational materials and resources for recruitment sessions at NYCPS schools and with provider organizations. Support participant recruitment by coordinating with provider and CUNY staff to ensure alignment on eligibility requirements and slot allocations. Maintain regular communication with internal and external partners to provide updates on provider progress and overall program status. Serve as a point of contact for provider staff, offering guidance and connecting them to appropriate partners or resources to address challenges. Organize and facilitate meetings or calls with participating providers as needed to promote collaboration and information sharing. Compile, analyze, and process all reports/data supporting provider performance statistics to inform and support management decision-making. Other projects and tasks as needed to support the SYEP unit and programs. Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community-centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or Education and/or experience which is equivalent to abilities described in the above, with at least one year of the experience described in item 1. Preferred Skills
Strong knowledge of workforce development, youth employment, and NYC’s labor market landscape. Demonstrated success building and managing employer partnerships and multi-stakeholder initiatives. Experience in education-to-career pathway development or industry-informed training programs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage complex projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate across sectors. Strong facilitation, negotiation, and relationship management skills. Other Information
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Salary: $62,868.00 – $97,593.00
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