Assistant Program Director

About the Organization

United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community‑based agency in Staten Island, NY that provides a wide range of services, including job placement, youth development programs, and community outreach. UAU serves diverse populations, offering holistic services for individuals and families, and is dedicated to engagement, education, and empowerment to transform communities.

About the Role

The Assistant Program Director works under the supervision of the Program Director and the Director of School‑Based Programs. This position is responsible for daily oversight of program and facility operations, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. The role requires familiarity with social services, community resources, strong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing program staff, daily operations, participant services, and program implementation to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Assume Program Director responsibilities in their absence, maintaining continuity of operations and service delivery.
• Coordinate and support meetings, workshops, staff trainings, and parent‑engagement events.
• Maintain accurate participant, staff, and program records through data entry and file management.
• Supervise staff and participants to ensure a safe, positive, and productive environment.
• Manage participant arrival and dismissal procedures in accordance with established safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with participants, families, school personnel, and community stakeholders.
• Model and promote age‑appropriate social, emotional, and physical development among participants.
• Implement positive behavior management techniques and address disciplinary concerns appropriately.
• Serve as a positive role model and demonstrate professional leadership to staff and participants.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and required training opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, licensing, and funding agency regulations.
• Assist in maintaining efficient departmental workflows and daily operations.
• Support staff supervision, coaching, retraining, and performance improvement efforts.
• Monitor adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Develop and oversee staff schedules, work assignments, and timesheet approvals.
• Foster collaborative relationships with school administrators, faculty, families, and community partners.
• Maintain open communication channels between the organization, school administration, parents, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years supervisory experience (required).
• 2+ years experience working with children (required).
• Associate’s degree (required); Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Cultural competence and ability to interact effectively across cultures.
• Knowledge of regulations, policies, and requirements of NYC Department of Youth and Community Development, NYC Department of Education, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Excellent employee rapport and community leadership abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Suite, Google Apps (Drive, Sheets, Docs), and basic computer usage.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills; ability to work independently.
• Initiative, flexibility, and ability to work collaboratively to achieve targets.

Physical Requirements

The position requires occasional standing, sitting, and walking; prolonged periods of standing, walking, and active supervision of participants; and extended periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer. The employee must be able to use standard office equipment (computers, phones, printers, copiers, fax machines) and work in both indoor and outdoor settings depending on program activities and weather. Travel to various program sites and community locations is required, with reimbursement provided per organizational policy. Reliable transportation is necessary for work‑related travel.

Pay

Salary range: $58,500 to $60,000 annually (based on city, state, and/or federal contractual obligations and budgetary allowances).

Schedule

Full‑time, 40 hours minimum per week. Work schedule is determined based on operational and programmatic needs.