Director of Economic Development
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Director of Economic Development
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Organizational Summary
Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization founded in 1895. For 128 years Union Settlement has provided critical and innovative programming to children youth families and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these programs New Yorkers gain opportunities develop skills and become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.
Today Union Settlement provides services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlements current programmatic portfolio includes 8 core program areas: Early Childhood Education Youth Services (including after school programs) Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center and the Family Childcare Network) the East Harlem Community Partnership Adult Education Mental Health Services Older Adult Centers and Economic Development. Union Settlement serves more than 10000 individuals and nearly 1000 businesses every year.
Strengthened by a dynamic diverse and collaborative workforce of more than 350 employees Union Settlement also serves as a connector convener and advocate for East Harlem and its partners. To learn more about Union Settlement visit
Position: Director of Economic Development
Department: Economic Development
Reports to: Chief Program Officer
Hours: Full-time; Hybrid (3 days in office/2 days remote)
Salary:$80000 $90000
FLSA: Exempt
Location: On-site
PositionSummary:
Union Settlement is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional for the position of Director of Economic Development. This role is a key member of Union Settlements senior leadership team and plays a critical role in advancing the agencys mission through economic empowerment and neighborhood revitalization.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and execute a strategic vision for Union Settlements Department of Economic Development to drive inclusive growth in East Harlem.
- Design and lead comprehensive economic development strategies that promote sustainable economic advancement small business vitality and community wealth-building.
- Provide strategic leadership and direct supervision of staff consultants and partners to ensure high-quality program execution goal alignment and operational excellence.
- Develop and manage all economic development programs including planning implementation evaluation and continuous improvement.
- Establish and produce regular progress reports to evaluate program impact and guide decision-making.
- Oversee strategic communications marketing campaigns and a robust calendar of events to increase visibility promote programs and strengthen community engagement.
- Advocate for policies and resources that align with the needs and priorities of Union Settlement and the East Harlem community.
- Maintain compliance with all grants contract and regulatory requirements through evaluation and reporting.
- Manage grant development including proposal support performance tracking and budget oversight in collaboration with the development team.
- Prepare reports for funders such as NYC Small Business Services including performance outcomes and budget updates.
- Lead data collection and evaluation efforts including surveys community feedback and impact assessments to ensure data-driven decision making.
- Cultivate strategic partnerships with nonprofits government agencies and private sector leaders to leverage resources and enhance program effectiveness.
- Facilitate community meetings to promote transparency and gather input.
- Conduct regular visits and engage directly with local businesses community stakeholders and neighborhood partners to remain attuned to emerging needs.
- Support the Chief Program Officer in managing the East Harlem Community Alliance a coalition of over 200 local businesses and stakeholders including coordinating quarterly meetings and collective initiatives.
- Prepare and present progress reports for internal and external use.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Chief Program Officer
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in public administration urban planning business administration or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in economic development or community development.
- Demonstrated ability to lead strategic planning manage complex programs and drive measurable outcomes.
- Strong understanding of community development urban planning and public-private partnership models.
- Excellent written verbal and presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Skilled in data analysis reporting and performance management.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
- Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
CO RE CO MPETENC IE S
- Leading Others:Createsasenseofurgencythroughouttheorganizationontheimportanceofachievingoutcomes.Inspiresinfluencesandenablesteammemberstoreachtheirgoals
- Facilitating Change:Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union Settlements goals.
- Managing Performance:Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision anddocuments performance highlights and concerns
- Applying and Developing Expertise:Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones.Seeksandsupportsprofessionaldevelopmentopportunitiesforteammembers.Managesfinancesandbudgets effectively
- Communicating and Collaborating:Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity and holdsteam accountable to the same standard
Union SettlementsDiversityEquity &InclusionCommitment
Union Settlement is an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion marital status age national origin physical or mental disability gender sexual orientation gender identityorexpressionveteranstatusoranyotherstatusprotectedunderfederalstateorlocallaw.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
