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TITLE: Cornerstone Program Assistant Director
DEPARTMENT: Youth and Community Development Services
PROGRAM: Wyckoff Gardens; 280 Wyckoff Street Brooklyn, NY 11217
SCHEDULE: School-Year: Monday-Friday, alternating times of 11am - 7pm, or 2pm - 10pm, alternating Saturdays 10am-5pm; Summer: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm, or 3pm - 11pm; at least 3 days out of the summer program weeks, PD must close program at 11pm; Saturdays (various); as a non-exempt employee, working hours will include non-standard hours
SALARY RANGE: $50,000 - $55,000 annually
REPORTS TO: Cornerstone Program Director/Brooklyn Deputy Director
DATE: November 2026
JOB SUMMARY: Grand Street Settlement Cornerstone Program Assistant Directors are responsible for assisting in the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the NYCHA Community Center. In addition, there is an expectation of high quality, innovative programming for our elementary, middle school, high school and adult participants. Due to the funding and the small nature of the program space, this position is compensated differently than a program space and funding availability of our larger sites.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Associates degree or equivalent of 5+ years in youth services, supervisory experience preferred
- Familiarity with respective BK communities, key stakeholders and resources
- Experienced in designing, planning, and implementing structured programs
- 1+ years in supervising staff
- 1+ years of budget, contract and grant management experience
- Ability to work independently, assesses priorities, and take initiative
- High level of proficiency in administrative work
- Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projects
- Knowledge of the public education system and positive youth development best practices
- Strong public speaking, writing and organizational skills
- A team player with demonstrated commitment to working with urban youth and young adults from an asset-based perspective
- Ability to set up and maintain work environment that challenges gender stereotypes and is LGBTQIA+-friendly
- A background in partnering with the Department of Education and local community based organizations to support programs
- Have skills in experiential learning and group facilitation with youth
- Must be an outstanding strategic thinker
- Must be flexible, cooperative and willing to work in a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite
- Proficiency in a variety of internet research and communication functions
- Experienced in DYCD programming regulations and DYCD online
- Must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance ($25 fee)
- Must have NYS Food Handler’s Certificate
- Must be CPR and Advanced First Aid Certified
- Bilingual required (fluent in Spanish/English)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the BK Program Supervisor & Cornerstone Program Director, ensure the following:
Program & Community Development:
- Provide direct leadership and strategic direction to two program staff
- Support with the orientation and evaluation of program staff assigned to center-based after school program, evenings, Saturdays and summer day camp
- Support with supervision of all program staff under the guidance of the program director and delivery of services on a day-to-day basis, in order to ensure that all goals, targets, and performance outcomes are met on a daily/weekly/monthly basis
- Responsible for participant recruitment and retention strategies by utilizing the DYCD online report
- Serves as the primary liaison for school administration, parents and other community entities and constituencies
- Work with the Program Director to ensure staff improve job performance through ongoing mentoring, coaching, and monthly staff development
- Facilitate bi-monthly team meetings and ensure that all staff meetings are properly executed
- Work with the Program Director to set, communicate and enforce clear standards for quality youth development programming
- Actively engage community residents, local businesses, community leaders, tenant association, youth, and Resident Advisor to participant on monthly advisory board and youth council to support to community needs
- Must understand and navigate community culture and dynamic to ensure program quality
- Participate in ongoing efforts to advocate for program needs via community coalition building and via administering feedback surveys and program assessments
- Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least 3 new partners a year to support programs
- Create quarterly community events, special events, and workshop series
- Assess program on quarterly to ensure that community needs
Administrative:
- Ensure attendance tracking and reporting meets contractual requirements regarding enrollment and attendance.
- Respond to all electronic and phone communication within 2 business days
- Ensure all DOH School-Aged Child Care and DOH Summer Day Camp regulations and procedures are complied with and conduct quarterly self-checklist inspection
- Coordinate and execute all major events and activities along with other GSS’s Program Directors
- Responsible for the CACFP Food Program and all of its components, including reporting and maintaining appropriate documentation
- Communicate with NYCHA and DYCD key stakeholders, as well as participate in meetings
- Prepare a monthly calendar of events, programs, meetings, and activities.
- Create a budget plan that supports program needs and ensure timely spending.
- Collaborate on cross-borough and agency/ department wide events and strategic planning efforts.
Facility:
- Maintain and diligently follow up on facility logs to ensure timely response
- Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of facility and coordinate with agency (NYCHA & DYCD) to effectively maximize program space
- Bi-yearly beautification/upgrade projects for the center
- Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least 3 new partners a year
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director/Deputy Director/CPO
- SUMMER: Manage MS Expansion program (open seven days a week) as required and be available during off hours to provide additional support as needed to the Program Director and Evening Supervisors (including weekends).
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume and a thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications for the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) professional reference should be from a former supervisor). Please click the link below, or paste it into a search bar, and apply online through our career center.
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=bfb233f9-2e2d-4a56-b58a-c4bfa4857b9e&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US
No phone calls, please.
Please be advised that we can only make job offers once your clearances come through.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
TITLE: Cornerstone Program Assistant Director
DEPARTMENT: Youth and Community Development Services
PROGRAM: Wyckoff Gardens; 280 Wyckoff Street Brooklyn, NY 11217
SCHEDULE: School-Year: Monday-Friday, alternating times of 11am - 7pm, or 2pm - 10pm, alternating Saturdays 10am-5pm; Summer: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm, or 3pm - 11pm; at least 3 days out of the summer program weeks, PD must close program at 11pm; Saturdays (various); as a non-exempt employee, working hours will include non-standard hours
SALARY RANGE: $50,000 - $55,000 annually
REPORTS TO: Cornerstone Program Director/Brooklyn Deputy Director
DATE: November 2026
JOB SUMMARY: Grand Street Settlement Cornerstone Program Assistant Directors are responsible for assisting in the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the NYCHA Community Center. In addition, there is an expectation of high quality, innovative programming for our elementary, middle school, high school and adult participants. Due to the funding and the small nature of the program space, this position is compensated differently than a program space and funding availability of our larger sites.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Associates degree or equivalent of 5+ years in youth services, supervisory experience preferred
- Familiarity with respective BK communities, key stakeholders and resources
- Experienced in designing, planning, and implementing structured programs
- 1+ years in supervising staff
- 1+ years of budget, contract and grant management experience
- Ability to work independently, assesses priorities, and take initiative
- High level of proficiency in administrative work
- Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projects
- Knowledge of the public education system and positive youth development best practices
- Strong public speaking, writing and organizational skills
- A team player with demonstrated commitment to working with urban youth and young adults from an asset-based perspective
- Ability to set up and maintain work environment that challenges gender stereotypes and is LGBTQIA+-friendly
- A background in partnering with the Department of Education and local community based organizations to support programs
- Have skills in experiential learning and group facilitation with youth
- Must be an outstanding strategic thinker
- Must be flexible, cooperative and willing to work in a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite
- Proficiency in a variety of internet research and communication functions
- Experienced in DYCD programming regulations and DYCD online
- Must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance ($25 fee)
- Must have NYS Food Handler’s Certificate
- Must be CPR and Advanced First Aid Certified
- Bilingual required (fluent in Spanish/English)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the BK Program Supervisor & Cornerstone Program Director, ensure the following:
Program & Community Development:
- Provide direct leadership and strategic direction to two program staff
- Support with the orientation and evaluation of program staff assigned to center-based after school program, evenings, Saturdays and summer day camp
- Support with supervision of all program staff under the guidance of the program director and delivery of services on a day-to-day basis, in order to ensure that all goals, targets, and performance outcomes are met on a daily/weekly/monthly basis
- Responsible for participant recruitment and retention strategies by utilizing the DYCD online report
- Serves as the primary liaison for school administration, parents and other community entities and constituencies
- Work with the Program Director to ensure staff improve job performance through ongoing mentoring, coaching, and monthly staff development
- Facilitate bi-monthly team meetings and ensure that all staff meetings are properly executed
- Work with the Program Director to set, communicate and enforce clear standards for quality youth development programming
- Actively engage community residents, local businesses, community leaders, tenant association, youth, and Resident Advisor to participant on monthly advisory board and youth council to support to community needs
- Must understand and navigate community culture and dynamic to ensure program quality
- Participate in ongoing efforts to advocate for program needs via community coalition building and via administering feedback surveys and program assessments
- Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least 3 new partners a year to support programs
- Create quarterly community events, special events, and workshop series
- Assess program on quarterly to ensure that community needs
Administrative:
- Ensure attendance tracking and reporting meets contractual requirements regarding enrollment and attendance.
- Respond to all electronic and phone communication within 2 business days
- Ensure all DOH School-Aged Child Care and DOH Summer Day Camp regulations and procedures are complied with and conduct quarterly self-checklist inspection
- Coordinate and execute all major events and activities along with other GSS’s Program Directors
- Responsible for the CACFP Food Program and all of its components, including reporting and maintaining appropriate documentation
- Communicate with NYCHA and DYCD key stakeholders, as well as participate in meetings
- Prepare a monthly calendar of events, programs, meetings, and activities.
- Create a budget plan that supports program needs and ensure timely spending.
- Collaborate on cross-borough and agency/ department wide events and strategic planning efforts.
Facility:
- Maintain and diligently follow up on facility logs to ensure timely response
- Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of facility and coordinate with agency (NYCHA & DYCD) to effectively maximize program space
- Bi-yearly beautification/upgrade projects for the center
- Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least 3 new partners a year
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director/Deputy Director/CPO
- SUMMER: Manage MS Expansion program (open seven days a week) as required and be available during off hours to provide additional support as needed to the Program Director and Evening Supervisors (including weekends).
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume and a thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications for the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) professional reference should be from a former supervisor). Please click the link below, or paste it into a search bar, and apply online through our career center.
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=bfb233f9-2e2d-4a56-b58a-c4bfa4857b9e&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US
No phone calls, please.
Please be advised that we can only make job offers once your clearances come through.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
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Assistant Director Jobs in Brooklyn: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a assistant director job in Brooklyn?
Focus your search on Brooklyn's densest hiring sectors: education and academic institutions centered around Downtown Brooklyn and Flatbush, healthcare systems across Sunset Park and Crown Heights, and arts and nonprofit organizations throughout Williamsburg and DUMBO. Candidates who stand out typically combine hands-on program or operations management experience with familiarity with Brooklyn's community-focused institutional culture, and they tailor applications to show direct impact in comparable local environments.
Which companies hire assistant directors in Brooklyn?
Brooklyn assistant director roles are posted by Crothall Healthcare, Long Island University, and The Child Center of NY and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Brooklyn's hiring landscape skews toward universities, hospital networks, cultural institutions, and mission-driven nonprofits, many of which maintain multiple assistant director-level roles across programs, operations, and development.
Are there remote assistant director jobs in Brooklyn?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the function: assistant directors in operations, facilities, or community programming are predominantly on-site, while those in development, communications, or policy work more often have hybrid options. About 50% of assistant director openings tied to Brooklyn are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the most flexibility found in roles at education-adjacent nonprofits and media organizations based in DUMBO and Industry City.
How can I get a assistant director job in Brooklyn with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Brooklyn is moving up from a coordinator or program manager role within a local institution, particularly in the education or nonprofit sectors where internal promotion is common. Brooklyn-based community organizations, borough-specific public agencies, and mid-size cultural institutions often hire candidates with two to three years of relevant program or team experience over those with credentials alone. Demonstrating Brooklyn-rooted community knowledge or bilingual ability is a genuine differentiator in this market.
Which industries hire the most assistant directors in Brooklyn?
The sectors hiring the most assistant directors in Brooklyn are Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Brooklyn's strong concentration of universities, hospital systems, and mission-driven nonprofits creates consistent mid-level leadership demand that is less tied to economic cycles than private-sector hiring.
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