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Medical Assistant Training Director F/T

8/20/2020

 
General Description
The Medical Assistant Training Director will oversee and manage medical assistant training programs in LaGuardia’s Division of Adult and Continuing Education, including the established and successful tuition-based Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Program and grant-funded Bilingual Medical Assistant (Bilingual MA) Training Program, as well as a new grant-funded program to train young adults in EKG & Phlebotomy.  The tuition-based program is made up of a sequence of courses including Medical Terminology, Phlebotomy, EKG, and CCMA Clinical Procedures. The Bilingual MA Training Program prepares English language learners to become culturally competent certified clinical medical assistants through a combination of advanced English language education and enhanced clinical medical assistant training, including core competencies such as patent-centeredness, communication, and teamwork, among others, as well as clinical and administrative skills, and a 100 hour internship.  The new grant will be geared at training young adults and opportunity youth in EKG & Phlebotomy in partnership with CommonPoint Queens through the Advance and Earn and Train and Earn programs. 

Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Workforce Development and Director of Prehospital Care Programs, the Medical Assistant Training Director is responsible for administering the tuition-based and grant-funded programs, managing operations and ensuring smooth coordination between the different components of the programs and the different departments that are involved.  The Medical Assistant Training Director has excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills with a background in healthcare and education.  The role includes supervising program staff and instructors, managing relationships with funders and employer partners, providing fiscal and contract oversight, and meeting internal and external reporting requirements. 

Principal Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for oversight and implementation of the tuition-based CCMA, grant-funded Bilingual MA, and grant-funded EKG & Phlebotomy programs including recruitment and assessment, enhanced clinical medical assistant training, classroom and skills instruction, tutoring and case management, certification exams, internships, and employment.
  • Coordinate between different departments and areas involved in the programs, including the Workforce Development Department, Prehospital Care, the Center for Immigrant Education and Training, and the CTEA Center. Develop and maintain relationships with relevant campus departments such as the Wellness Center, the Health Center, Health Sciences, the Veterans Office, ACE Student Enrollment, and others.
  • Supervise staff including the Program and Student Success Manager, p/t office staff, and instructors. Recruit, interview, and recommend faculty for hire; ensure faculty have the resources they need to implement the curriculum; assist in faculty professional development. Collaborate with Adjunct College Lab Technicians to meet program needs.
  • Manage the relationship with the grant funders and partners at the New York City Department of Small Business Services, New York Alliance for Careers in Healthcare, and Commonpoint Queens, including participation in regular check-ins and the timely submission of reporting. Represent the programs to outside agencies including but not limited to funders, CBOs, media organizations, clinical affiliates, employers, and city agencies.
  • Develop and manage relationships with 5-15 employer partners who host interns and interview graduates for employment. This includes maintaining relationships throughout the program cycle, negotiating internship affiliation agreements with each partner, and overseeing the implementation and quality assurance of internship experiences.
  • Conduct outreach and develop relationships with employer partners to facilitate job opportunities for graduates and to build the reputation of the program among the medical assistant employer community. Coordinate closely with the team and CTEA Center to ensure a smooth transition to employment for graduates and strong employment outcomes.
  • Enhance marketing strategies for the established tuition-based program. Conduct recruitment, screening, and intake for tuition-based classes and support a team to do so for the grant-funded classes. Develop, oversee and maintain a FB page and social media accounts; assist with updating media for marketing.
  • Manage course operations including ensuring all policies and procedures are up to date, the lab is in proper condition for classes, all students have their uniforms and Wi-Fi, all equipment and supplies are clean, in good working condition, and in sufficient quantity for classes, all NHA paperwork is properly provided to the Program office, and all course files are turned over and complete. Arrange for NHA proctors for NHA exams and for NHA materials as needed.
  • Provide fiscal and contract oversight for the grant-funded program, ensuring compliance with internal and funder requirements, tracking spending, managing any budget modifications needed, and trouble-shooting any budget or contract issues that arise in coordination with ACE fiscal and grants offices as needed.
  • Ensure systems are in place to track program and outcome data and provide regular reports on the program to the department, college and funders.
  • In partnership with team members and stakeholders, identify program areas needing improvement and recommend ways to address these areas. Ensure students have a proper learning environment and the resources they need in which to learn. Develop solutions to problems that arise in order to maintain the quality and integrity of the program and ensure the success of students.
  • Perform other duties as needed and as assigned.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications/Skills:
  • Associates Degree required, Bachelors’ degree preferred
  • Four years administrative and/or teaching experience
  • Four years healthcare experience
  • Project management skills, including management of complex projects with multiple components and stakeholders
  • Grants management skills, including fiscal and contract oversight and reporting
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage time appropriately and meet deadlines
  • Team player who is flexible, collaborative, and communicative
  • Outcomes driven, demonstrating creativity and an ability to solve problems to ensure optimal results
  • Student centered, demonstrating a commitment to and understanding of diverse student populations, including immigrants and English language learners 
  • Ability to work some evening and weekend hours

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
  • Clinical experience as a physician, RN, paramedic, PCT, medical assistant, or other related occupation
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience with medical assistant training
  • In-depth understanding of the healthcare industry and medical assistant role, including an understanding of healthcare reform efforts and their implications for frontline staff in an ambulatory setting
  • Understanding of bridge programming that combines adult basic education with occupational training
  • Experience with partnership management and employer relations; relationships with healthcare employers

To apply: https://www.rfcuny.org/careers/postings?pvnID=LA-2007-003662%20

Literacy and Immigration Program Director F/T

11/18/2019

 
Title:  Program Director – Literacy and Immigration 
Job Summary:   Oversee HANAC’s education, immigration, and job readiness services funded under multiple contract sources.  Ensure quality program content, curriculum development, and delivery.
Reports to:       Director of Program Operations and Development
 
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Ensure programs meet performance targets according to contract requirements.
  • Perform quality assurance and ensure compliance with federal, state, city, and funding agencies regulations and certifications/licensing requirements.
  • Plan, develop, supervise, and evaluate the literacy component of programs.
  • Ensure curriculum content and delivery are in compliance with funding sources within required set standards as well as meet established guidelines of contracts.
  • Provide assistance and materials for teachers to reach goals.
  • Ensure appropriate and timely content and material for orientations, registrations, and enrollment for each cycle.
  • Lead and supervise staff of educators, case managers, and administrative staff to ensure quality programs in compliance with funding sources performance standards.
  • Provide professional development and training for instructional staff in accordance with contract requirements.
  • Monitor enrollment and ensure enrollment targets are met for all programs in each cycle.
  • Ensure class rosters for education programs are developed and managed according to enrollment targets.
  • Establish and maintain communications with funding agencies for planning, tracking, and reporting program deliverables and outcomes.
  • Utilize provided software for reporting to funding sources (ASISTS, DYCD CONNECT, and others).
  • Prepare and submit to administration for approval to submit to funding source monthly, quarterly, annual performance reports, track progress to reach milestones and performance targets.
  • Involvement with program related community agencies, committees, and associations such as NYCCAL, NY Coalition for Immigrant Services, NYC DYCD, and RAENs.
  • Other duties as may be required as assigned by the Director of Programs
Qualifications:  Master’s degree and experience working for not-for-profit Adult Literacy programs with job readiness and immigration components, or
Bachelor’s degree with three to five years working for not-for-profit Adult Literacy programs with job readiness and immigration components.
Strong background and experience in education and job readiness; superb leadership, analytical, organizational and management skills.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills including grant writing skills.  Effective interpersonal and team-building capabilities.  Experience working with economically disadvantaged adults.  Able to collaborate with instructors, case workers, job developers and support staff.  Ability to utilize linkages including HANAC’s other programs to enrich program activities and meet the needs of clients.
 
Computer skills – Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.  Ability to use internet for client support and research.  Knowledge of ASISTS, DYCD CONNECT and BEST PLUS certified.
  • Excellent benefits package includes low cost medical and dental contribution, vision and transportation plans,
  • Medical Flexible Spending plan,
  • Retirement and life insurance.  
  • Generous vacation accruals.  
  • 12 holidays annually.
 
Salary Range:   $60.000 to $70,000
 
Apply directly by clicking on the link below
https://www.indeed.com/job/program-director-301-efdafb85f20fa4db

CWD-Director of Center for Workforce Development, F/T

8/14/2019

 
CWD-Director of Center for Workforce Development,
Full-time position, 12 months/yr.
Monroe BOCES
Required Application Type: Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale: According to Board Approved range
Job Description:
Administration and supervision of the Adult Education and workforce programs and services.

TYPICAL DUTIES: 
  • Direct supervision of adult education support and instructional staff.
  • Curriculum design and implementation for adult focused Career Education and literacy (High School Equivalency and ESOL) instruction.
  • Oversee current career education and literacy programs insuring quality and cost effectiveness of services.  Expand program offerings as guided by the needs of the current and future expectations of the workforce and educational monitoring agencies.
  • Oversee compliance with the following initiatives:
    • Accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education (COE)
    • Federal Education Title IV Eligibility (PELL Grants and Stafford Loans)
    • Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
    • Oversee data reporting for the following NYS oversight agencies:
    • NYSED Adult Career and Continuing Education Services (ACCES)
    • National Reporting System (NRS) and Employment Preparation Education (EPE)
    • NYS Department of Health
    • NYSED initiatives and implementation
    • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
    • Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)
    • ACCES-VR
  • Foster and expand workforce and literacy partnerships throughout the Finger Lakes Region: including the community based organizations (CBO), educational institutions (BOCES, higher ed., school districts), municipalities (City of Rochester and Monroe County), business, industry, healthcare institutions, unions and other community partners.
  • Prepare and administer budgets, Co-Sers, grants and proposals for funding of the various elements of the department so as to ensure budget solvency.
  • Recruit, mentor and assess BOCES 2 CWD staff.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate the workforce, literacy, community and customized training programs and contracts.
  • Plan and administer facility and equipment usage for the department.
  • Represent BOCES 2 Center for Workforce Development with business, industry, unions, healthcare, community based, educational, county, regional, state, and federal organizations and agencies.
  • Develop, implement and gauge marketing and public relations endeavors relating to CWD.
  • Liaison to internal Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES departments and committees to assure consistency of policies and procedures throughout the agency.
  • Perform such other professionally related duties as may be assigned by the administration.

Job Qualifications
New York State Certification as School District Administrator or School District Leader; 3-5 years’ experience administering adult and/or higher education programs preferred.

Application Procedure
Please apply online at: https://monroe2boces.recruitfront.com/Account/Login
Please refer to above Required Application Type to complete before applying.

Director of Adult Learning F/T

7/3/2019

 
Queens Public Library is a national and international leader in the delivery of public library service. We transform lives by cultivating personal and intellectual growth and by building strong communities. Queens Public Library welcomes innovators and leaders to contribute to a long history and dynamic future of offering pioneering programs and services to the most diverse county in the United States. Queens Public Library is a private, non-profit corporation with 1,700 employees serving 65 locations.

Within the larger scope of formal and informal learning of the Programs & Services Department (PSD) and reporting to the Vice President of Programs and Services, the Director of Adult Learning develops, leads, manages and coordinates all aspects of formal and informal learning programs and services for adults and young adults delivered by Queens Public Library (QPL). The Director of Adult Learning’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to the supervision of five areas providing adult literacy programs including ESOL; Adult Basic Education and High School Equivalency instruction; Digital Inclusion and technology training initiatives; Career Pathways and Entrepreneurial training and services; and programs and services to meet the needs of new immigrants.

The Director assists library leadership in articulating the Library’s vision for success in serving the varied and changing educational needs of our customers. The Director is responsible for ensuring that Queens Public Library continues to be a national leader in the provision of adult education. In collaboration with staff, Vice President of PSD and Chief Librarian the Director of Adult Learning:
  • Creates comprehensive service plans and strategic initiatives to enhance and expand adult learning opportunities system wide.
  • Identifies new programmatic needs and funding opportunities.
  • Assists in preparing grant requests and contracts as needed.
  • Oversees major grant funded initiatives, ensuring the library’s full compliance with all aspects of the grants including service goals, procurement and budgetary requirements.
  • Serves as the primary programmatic liaison to all funders.
  • Creates, oversees, and monitors Adult Learning’s operating, government grants, and private funding budgets to ensure equitable and effective services across the five areas.
  • Ensures that all staff are using provided tools to track and assess program effectiveness including:
  • Creation of individual service strategies.
  • Documentation of case notes and interactions.
  • Tracking and assessment of individual participants’ progress.
  • Tracking internal and external referrals.
  • Anticipates program related and financial problems. Reports these issues to the Vice President in a timely manner.
  • Represents Queens Public Library at meetings of NYC, NYS, Federal and international literacy and workforce providers at conferences and interagency meetings.
  • Maintains effective programmatic partnerships and referral networks.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

The Director is responsible for recruiting, training, mentoring, managing, providing appropriate professional development to, and assessing the performance of a large and diverse staff of full-time and part-time professionals and paraprofessionals at locations throughout Queens. The Director works with other Library departments to:
  • Locate or relocate program staff and other materials in a timely manner.
  • Ensure that customers have adequate space and environmental supports needed to pursue their learning activities.
  • Perform regular site visits.
  • Ensure compliance with library policies, procedures and best practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Education, Adult Education or a related field required.
  • At least 7 years of experience managing adult learning services required. Experience in a nonprofit work environment preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience designing, developing, implementing, and sustaining large-scale educational programs required.
  • Experienced with the implementation and management of complex government and private grants required.
  • Must be detail oriented with the ability to work with diverse populations and possess strong interpersonal skills.
  • Experience working with and developing new trends in adult learning instruction.
  • Must have experience in managing and supervising staff.
  • Excellent organizational skills required. Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
  • Understanding of and experience in preparing financial/budget reports.
  • Must have intermediate knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel; experience with other MS Office applications preferred.
  • Experience working in a library setting is preferred.

TO APPLY: Please email your resume and cover letter to: QLcareers@queenslibrary.org​ and reference “Director of Adult Learning - EXTERNAL” in the subject line. Resumes will only be accepted by email.
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The Queens Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer​

Program Director F/T

3/1/2018

 
Position: Director of Adult Education
Department: Adult Education
Reports to:  Executive Director and Associate Executive Director
Hours: Full-time
FLSA:  Exempt
Reviewed: 1/10/2018
 
Program Summary:
The Adult Education program offers ABE and HSE classes (English and Spanish), ESOL levels 1-6 classes with a general and a contextualized curriculum aiming at training opportunities in Health Careers and customer service skills.  The program partners with other organizations to offer basic literacy in Spanish and in English, training and job opportunities as well as cultural programming. It services approximately 530 adults per year by offering instruction weekdays, weeknights and Saturdays.  
Position Summary:
The Director of Adult Education is responsible for managing all the education programming Union Settlement offers adults, including, but not limited to HSE (English and Spanish) and ESOL.   Responsibilities include curriculum development, course evaluation and scheduling, budget preparation, fiscal management, supervision and staff development, record keeping, and reporting to funding agencies. The Director is a member of the agency’s senior management team and serves as a strategic partner in planning and implementing the future vision for the agency.  The Director must be both a hands-on worker and an excellent manager. 
 
Responsibilities:
  • Direct and administer a program that meets the educational needs of adult participants.
  • Supervise teachers and support staff.
  • Develop, schedule, and supervise classes, projects and programs
  • Direct all outreach to target populations and liaison with appropriate community and government agencies regarding adult education services provided by Union Settlement.
  • Direct and initiate efforts to expand adult education programs for emerging populations.
  • Review and evaluate delivery of services on an on-going basis. Direct all changes to improve service delivery and ensure program goals are being met.  
  • Ensure student records and files are maintained.
  • Ensure all funding agency reports are submitted on time.
  • Ensure all funding agency policies and procedures, as well as Union Settlement policies and procedures, are enforced and followed.
  • Collaborate with Finance Department to create program budgets and fiscal controls. Adhere to all funding agency guidelines when expending funds. 
  • Collaborate with Development Department regarding grant proposals and fundraising opportunities. 
  • Define, measure, and evaluate program performance data.
  • Create continuous improvement based on performance data.
  • Train, supervise and motivate others to engage in appropriate performance management activities.
  • Evaluate staff performance and identify areas of training needed. Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to facilitate training.
  •  Additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director and Associate Executive Director. 
 
Qualifications:
  • Master’s Degree in Education or related field preferred. 
  • Strong bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency required.  Oral communication skills in other languages such as French, desired. 
  • Significant experience managing adult education and/or training programs, with at least 5 years’ supervisory experience.
  • At least two (2) years of experience teaching adults of diverse backgrounds. 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal, and written skills.
  • Excellent computer skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, challenging, and constantly changing environment.
  • Knowledge of East Harlem community preferred. 
  • Demonstrated understanding of the challenges facing adult education populations.
  • An innovative and patient professional dedicated to serving adult education populations. 
  • Unquestioned personal and professional integrity
  • A strong desire to help improve the lives of the residents of the local East Harlem community 
To Apply: 
Please send Cover Letter, Resume, Salary Requirements, and References to: jobs@unionsettlement.org. Please indicate Director of Adult Education in subject of e-mail. 

 

Writing & Curriculum Director F/T

7/31/2017

 
Writing & Curriculum Director, Writing Corps
Writing Corps designs and delivers intensive writing classes that sit at the nexus of art and literacy to help students find their voice. We seek to address the challenges Harlem Children Zone (HCZ) students face in tackling rigorous texts and composing standards or grade-level aligned writing on their paths to college readiness.

Writing Corps promotes literacy as an essential tool to build the strong critical thinking and writing skills necessary for our students to excel academically and in life. We bring professional writers – poets, playwrights, journalists, authors, and emcees - into program to collaborate with afterschool leadership and teaching artists on curricula that integrates literacy skills with youth development, arts enrichment, and college readiness practices. We aim to help build students’ skills, knowledge, confidence, and the academic behaviors that embrace writing as an empowering mode of analysis and self-awareness.

During the summer, Writing Corps facilitates Project EOS (Educational Opportunities for Success) bringing HCZ students to a college/university to participate in an intensive project-based program that simulates a college seminar so students can build their skills and confidence in themselves as future college students.

We are seeking a dynamic Director to lead the Writing Corps program and a team of Writing and Curriculum Coordinators and Specialists at our after-school sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Create writing workshops, showcases, and educational opportunities that encourage academic enrichment
  • Develop and implement creative methods of teaching and assessment
  • Supervise and coach staff and provide constructive feedback on progress and performance
  • Develop programs, procedures and processes where needed, including student services, operations, as well as staffing and budgets
  • Ensure program consistently meet and exceed the goals set where appropriate
  • Manage and review program data, and ensure completion and dissemination of all reports as required
  • Foster strong relationships and effective communication and collaboration with students, parents, staff, and HCZ leadership
  • Perform others duties as assigned

Qualification, Skills and Knowledge Requirements
  • A commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
  • Experience working in youth development especially with disadvantaged youth
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (M.F.A. is a plus)
  • 2+ years of experience in teaching or curriculum design experience
  • Impeccable writing and communication skills
  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented
  • Experience managing and leading a medium-sized team to outcomes
  • Strong leadership and collaborative practices
We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. To be considered, interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. ​Click Here to apply. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.

Job Location: New York City, New York, United States
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Director Education & Career Services  F/T

1/27/2017

 
​Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC), is currently recruiting for a new director of the Education & Career Services department. 

This is a senior management position reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with the executive team (Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Strategic Development and Operations, Director of Development, and the Director of Human Resources).

The position is responsible for providing leadership in the development and implementation of departmental vision and strategy in support of NMIC’s agency-wide mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change in the lives of the people in our community on their paths to secure and prosperous futures.

The Director of Education & Career Services will ensure a comprehensive set of client growth opportunities encompassing adult education, workforce training, and job development supporting the ultimate goal of moving community members into rewarding living wage careers.

Populations served include adults and young adults, individuals with limited English proficiency, and low-income community members with other education or employment barriers.

See full job description here

SALARY/BENEFITS: NMIC offers a competitive salary based on experience and education as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid time off including 20 vacation days, 15 sick days, 5 personal days, and 12 agency holidays; a 401k with agency contribution; and other benefits.

NMIC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
NMIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply for employment. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements in terms of qualifications. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered unless specifically stated otherwise.

TO APPLY: Please submit the following to Greg Bangser, Director of Strategic Development and Operations at gregbangser@nmic.org:
  • Cover letter Resume
  • One writing sample
  • Salary requirements
All attachments should be in Word or PDF form. No phone calls, please.

WPTI Field Building Hub Director F/T

11/10/2016

 
WPTI Field Building Hub Director
The Director will guide the launch of the Workforce Professionals Training Institute (WPTI) Field Building Hub, a new innovation and capacity-building center designed to strengthen the New York City workforce development community. The Director will lead and oversee all aspects of the Hub’s implementation and raise future funding. 
 
The Director will work in close coordination with WPTI’s leadership team, and be guided by a field-wide Hub Advisory Committee. The Director should be inclusive, resourceful, and entrepreneurial.
 
The Hub will have three core functions : 
1) Innovation: encouraging true systemic and practice change in the field;
​2) Strengthening: offering training and consultation to create field-wide strength and resilience; and 3) Convening: bringing together key stakeholders from across the entire workforce field to identify system change issues and capacity gaps, shaping the future of the field. 
See http://bit.ly/2eVUV8i  for full job description.

Please forward a cover letter, salary expectations, along with a resume to:
Search Committee, Workforce Professionals Training Institute
11 Park Place, Suite 701
New York, NY 10007 
or

recruiting@workforceprofessionals.org

Director of Literacy & Legal Immigration Programs F/T

8/18/2016

 
Director – Literacy and Legal Immigration Programs (Astoria & New York City)
Job Summary:  Oversee HANAC’s adult literacy and legal immigration services funded under multiple contract sources.  Ensure contract requirements of quality program content, curriculum development, and service delivery are met consistently. 
Reports to: Director of Operations and Program Development
 
Essential duties and responsibilities:
  • Institute appropriate systems and procedures to ensure the orderly delivery of program services as prescribled by the program contracts for Adult Literacy and Legal Immigration programs,
  • Responsible for the overall development, implementation, coordination and monitoring of the contracts and components,
  • Provide direction and leadership to the program staff to insure implementation and coordination of activities,
  • Ensure programs meet performance targets according to contract requirements,
  • Ensure curriculum content and delivery are in compliance with funding sources within required set standards as well as meet established guidelines of contracts,
  • Lead, supervise and evaluate  staff of educators, case managers, and administrative staff to ensure quality programs in compliance with HANAC’s and funding sources’ performance standards,
  • Monitor enrollment and ensure enrollment targets are met for all programs in each cycle,
  • Establish and maintain communications with funding agencies; for planning tracking and reporting program deliverables and outcomes,
  • Utilize provided software for reporting to funding sources (ASISTS, CAPRICORN and others),
  • Ability to understand and analyze budgets as assigned by contracted vendors
  • Prepare and submit to Administration for approval to submit to funding source monthly, quarterly, annual performance reports, track progress to reach milestones and performance targets,
  • Involvement with program contract agencies and related community agencies, committees and associations such as NYCCAL, NY Coalition for Immigrant Services, NYC DYCD, RAENs.
  • Other duties as may be required.
 
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with three to five years working for not-for-profit Adult Literacy programs with Legal Immigration components. Master’s degree in Education, administration or other related field  with 3 years experience in supervisory role working in Adult Literacy and Legal Immigration.
 
Superb leadership, analytical, organizational and management skills.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills including grant writing skills.  Effective interpersonal and team-building capabilities.  Ability to establish and utilize linkages including HANAC’s other programs to enrich program activities and meet the needs of clients.
 
Computer Skills – Microsoft Office.  Knowledge of ASISTS, CAPRICORN and BEST PLUS certified.
 
This position is determined to be Exempt for purposes of the US DOL FLSA.
 
Salary: low $60s. 
 
Please respond to HR Director at hrjobrequest@gmail.com or by Fax to 212-840-8384 with SHORT cover letter and UPDATED resume.
 
We are an Equal Opportunity employer. 

Program Director F/T

7/12/2016

 
Program Director – Literacy and Immigration, HANAC, Inc.
Job Summary:       Oversee portfolio of education, immigration and job readiness services to ensure quality programs, content and curriculum development, scheduling for all educational, job readiness and training    programs.
    
Reports to:  Director of Program Operations
    
Responsibilities include:
  • Lead and supervise staff of educators and case managers as well as administrative staff to implement quality programs according to city and state performance standards;
  • Plan, design, develop, implement supervise and evaluate the literacy component of the program;
  • Ensure that curriculum content and delivery are in compliance with city and state standards and meet established guidelines; provide needed assistance and materials for teachers to support this goal;
  • Ensure that content and materials for orientation, registration and enrollment phase is ready prior to the start of the program cycle;
  • Provide professional development and training for instructional staff; ensure that professional development is provided according to guidelines of the various funding sources;
  • Observe, evaluate and provide trainings as needed;
  • Serve as staff liaison for education related committees and associations such as NYCCAL, local and regional literacy networks (RAEN), NY Coalition for Immigrant Services, NYC DYCD;
  • Monitor enrollment and ensure that enrollment targets are met for all educational and training programs each semester;
  • Ensure that class rosters for educational programs are developed and managed according to enrollment targets;
  • Liaise with and manage communications with funding agencies; be responsible for planning tracking and reporting on program deliverables and outcomes, using ASISTS and CAPRICORN and other reporting systems;
  • Monitor and identify public and private funding opportunities, develop and submit proposals to secure funding for existing programs as well as new initiatives;
  • Ensure programs meet performance targets according to contract requirements;
  • Perform quality assurance and ensure compliance with federal, state, city and other funding agencies’ regulations and certifications/licensing requirements;
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly performance reports; track progress on reaching milestones and performance targets;
  • Attend and participate in community events to represent the program.
  • Plan and organize outreach activities in communities were programs are located. 
  • Schedule and lead regular staff meetings;
 
Program Director – Literacy and Immigration 
Essential duties include but are not limited to:
  • Planning and development
  • Managing multiple projects
  • Managing diverse staff
  • Complex record keeping and substantive reporting
  • Using generated data to seek financial support
  • Communicating in writing and comprehensive reports to support program development and contact with funding sources
  • Grant writing
  • Operate shredder including replacing bags
  • Interact with fellow staff at all levels of the organization
  • Professional demeanor dealing with outside organizations when delivering/picking up packages
  • Public speaking
  • Writing reports, developing advertisement for program.

Qualifications:      
  • Solid background and experience in education and job readiness; superb leadership, analytical, organization and management skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; grant writing skills.  Effective interpersonal and team-building capabilities.  Experience working with adults particularly those from economically disadvantaged population.  Collaborative skills.  Understanding of and ability to utilize linkages to enrich program activities to meet the needs of the enrolled students.
  • Computer skills a must – Microsoft program, ability to use internet.  Knowledge of ASISTS and CAPPRICORN AND BEST PLUS certified.  
  • Bi-lingual English-Spanish or English-Greek.  

Education:
Master’s degree and 5 years’ experience Or Bachelor’s degree and 10 years’ experience working as a manager or director for non-profit Adult Literacy programs with job readiness and immigration components.  

Salary:  Low $60 s – Excellent benefits package includes low cost medical and dental contribution, vision and transportation plans, Medical Flexible Spending plan, Retirement and life insurance.  Generous vacation accruals.   11 holidays annually.

This position is determined to be Exempt for purposes of the US DOL FLSA.

Send resumes to Gail Carmichael GCarmichael@hanac.org

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    Please send your posting of 125-150 words in plain, unformatted text to Nell Eckersley at: NellE@lacnyc.org. Please indicate if the position is Part Time or Full Time.  

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