Beacon Assistant DirectorTitle of Position: Assistant DirectorStatus: Full-TimeSchedule: 35 hours / week (afternoons, evenings, weekends, school breaks, and summer as needed)Compensation: $27.47 - $30.00 per hourLocation: Queens, NY (school-based community center)Are you passionate about helping communities thrive?Join Queens Community House (QCH) , a dynamic nonprofit with a 50-year legacy of serving the diverse communities of Queens. We provide comprehensive programs for youth, adults, families, and older adults, helping individuals enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive neighborhoods. If you're a compassionate leader inspired by social justice and youth development—and ready to make a lasting impact—we want to hear from you.About the Beacon Program Beacon Community Centers are vibrant, school-based hubs that serve children (ages 6+) and adults of all ages. Operating Monday–Friday (1:15 PM–9:15 PM), Saturdays (8:30 AM–4 PM), and full days during school holidays and summer break, Beacons are places for lifelong learning, exploration, connection, and community engagement.The Assistant Director helps lead all aspects of Beacon operations, supporting the Beacon Director in advancing QCH’s mission, vision, and values through high-quality programming and strong community partnerships.Key Responsibilities
Build positive, trusting relationships with youth, families, school staff, and community members.
Support the planning and delivery of engaging, safe, and inclusive youth and community development programming.
Ensure effective outreach, recruitment, and retention to meet contractual goals.
Supervise, coach, and inspire a team of approximately 15 part-time staff.
Monitor program operations to ensure compliance with safety, fiscal, and reporting requirements.
Track and input accurate attendance, registration, and outcome data in QCH and funder systems.
Organize and lead events, staff meetings, and professional development sessions.
Serve as a liaison between QCH, the school, funders, and the broader community.
Manage timecards, budgets, petty cash, and other administrative tasks with precision and transparency.
Step into leadership roles within the Beacon unit and Youth Services division as needed.
Respond to crises or incidents, ensuring appropriate documentation, follow-up, and communication.
Maintain organized and up-to-date participant and staff records, both digitally and physically.
Assist with sub-contracted/co-located programming and community referral partnerships.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
What You’ll BringRequired:
BA/BS degree
Minimum 2 years of experience supervising youth and/or community development programs
Strong relationship-building, leadership, and communication skills
Comfort using Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Zoom, Canva, and other digital platforms
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Commitment to youth development and community engagement
Willingness to work evenings/weekends and adapt to evolving program needs
Must meet NYS School-Aged Child Care Program Director requirements and obtain necessary clearances
Preferred:
BA/BS in Education, Social Work, Public Health, or related field
Bilingual (Spanish or another language)
Experience with performance-based contracts (e.g., DYCD), budgeting, and compliance
Familiarity with NYS OCFS and NYC DOHMH childcare regulations
What You’ll GetAt QCH, we believe in investing in our team. Full-time employees enjoy:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
403(b) retirement plan
Up to 27 vacation days (17 in your first year), 12 sick days, and federal holidays
Paid Family Leave (with full pay supplement provided by QCH)
Robust professional development, training, and networking opportunities
Queens Community House, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Drug-Free Workplace.
