Associate Director of Program

Job Summary

This position is responsible for supporting, coordinating and monitoring all program related activities within the New York City Region. This includes Program developing and Program administration of all related functions including; training, competition, communication, education, recruitment and safety as they are relevant to Special Olympic athletes and volunteers. This position will deal directly and indirectly with NYC DOE schools and administration as well as other third parties as it pertains to programmatic development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor all program related operational procedures including regular accounting and an annual budget and planning process.
• Build structure, and monitor all program and training club activities.
• Support, coordinate and monitor all activities associated with training, competition, volunteer management and all new initiatives.
• Responsible for adherence to all program related SONY minimum standards.
• Act as the knowledgeable authority on matters related to sports training, volunteer recruitment, and coach education.
• Insure the Region is in compliance with all regulations, general rules and policy originating from SONY, Inc., Special Olympics International and other 501 (c) 3 governing bodies.
• Maintain working relationships with schools, organizations and other related sponsors/groups.
• Engage and collaborate with athlete leaders and Health Messengers to support all health initiatives.
• Inclusion, Unified Sports and the Unified Champion School programming are present and prioritized in the foundation of our core elemental movement, found embedded in our seasonal and annual calendar, and activity.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with volunteers, professionals, and business people from various socio/economic backgrounds.
• A thorough understanding of Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools, as well as the structure, function and mission of Special Olympics New York; including sports training, competition and program at the local, regional, state and national levels are required.
• Operating knowledge of the budgeting process, fund-raising and public relations are essential.
• Advanced computer and clerical skills are necessary, and data-basing experience is preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to operate with a high level of organization, including creating and keep deadlines, delegation, goal-setting and reporting as it relates to project management.
• A valid Driver’s License.

Physical Demands

Position requires working both standing and sitting. Must be able to lift and carry light loads (5-30 pounds for short distances, approximately one block).

Work Hours

Regular business hours are 9AM – 5PM. Travel assignments may be assigned. Weekend/evening duties required.