Chief Operating Officer

Organizational Overview

Philadelphia Youth Basketball Inc. (PYB) was launched in June 2015 with a mission to create transformative opportunities for thousands of young people especially those from under-resourced families and communitiesto reach their full potential as students athletes and positive leaders. Built of by for and with the communities we serve PYB leverages the iconic game of basketball to provide a safe nurturing environment where young people can develop the skill sets and mindsets they need to succeed on the court in the classroom in their careers and throughout their lives.

A diverse and impassioned network of leaders from the grassroots to the treetops has worked diligently to build a robust and sustainable organization impactful programming and the Alan Horwitz Sixth Man Center a state-of-the-art youth development and community empowerment hub that expands PYBs reach and impact across Philadelphia.

We envision a city in which all youth are supported empowered and thriving. As a leader in youth self-determination and workforce development PYB strives to drive sustained positive generational change in the lives of young people and their communities.

Our values serve as the compass for all decisions and actions. Rooted in the three-word phrase Voice Value and Visibility these values reflect what PYB honors in all members of its community and define how we operate interact and grow together.

Guiding this work are six key tenets of our Community Agreement which are deeply embedded into our culture and programs:

• Trust We believe in each other and work to form positive relationships.
• Safe Space We take responsibility for creating judgment-free environments where everyone feels welcome.
• Teamwork We find strength in our peers and honor every role on the team.
• Integrity We value honesty and equity and we take responsibility to repair relationships when necessary.
• Care We show empathy by protecting the health and well-being of each other and our space.
• Respect We honor each person and treat them with dignity striving to treat others how they wish to be treated.

Together these principles shape PYBs bigger than basketball culture ensuring that every program advances both athletic and personal growth.

Programs

PYB delivers a wide range of holistic programs that intentionally blend basketball with enrichment opportunities to support young people from early childhood through young adulthood. Each program is designed not only to provide safe spaces for play and growth but also to embed five core components:

• Social-emotional learning
• Basketball culture and exposure
• Learning enrichment
• Mental health and physical wellness
• Career and future readiness

Through PYBs Kinder to Career pipeline young people experience structured joyful environments where they feel valued and build positive relationships. Over time these experiences support:

• Short-term outcomes: Joyful engagement strong relationships with caring adults and a sense of belonging.
• Intermediate outcomes: Positive identity self-confidence communication skills and workforce readiness.
• Long-term outcomes: Self-determination community connection and economic mobility.

Workshops in entrepreneurship STEM music and financial literacy allow youth to explore their interests and develop practical skills while PYBs academies and partnership programs strengthen academic success and leadership capacity by pairing basketball training with enrichment activities.

The Sixth Man Center

Located in the Nicetown neighborhood of North Philadelphia the 100000-square-foot Alan Horwitz Sixth Man Center is a world-class facility designed to provide a safe and welcoming space for youth caregivers and community members to access basketball and non-basketball programming.

The Center functions as a dynamic hub for learning recreation and community engagement. Its cutting-edge amenities foster academic intellectual social emotional civic and vocational development serving as a symbol of empowerment designed to strengthen the community for generations to come.

PYB is now embarking on the next phase of its growththe construction of a second building adjacent to the Sixth Man Center. This project a Generator of Career Development and Economic Opportunity will expand PYBs Kinder to Career model and enable thousands of young adults to build meaningful careers and achieve economic mobility.

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The Generator (4272 Wissahickon Avenue)

PYB is in the pre-construction phase of developing a Capital Generator of Career Development and Economic Opportunity to serve young adults ages 1829. The Generator will provide upwardly mobile career pathways in select industry sectors and like the Sixth Man Center will house on-site operating partners delivering core services.

The Chief Operating Officer will play a central role in bringing this project to life ensuring seamless integration with PYBs campus and program model and advancing the organizations ability to help thousands of young adults self-determine their futures.

Core Work Scope & Responsibilities

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) reports to the Chief Executive Officer and serves as a corporate officer with signature authority on behalf of Philadelphia Youth Basketball Inc. The COO is responsible for creating and overseeing operational systems managing material contracts and partnerships and leading multiple departments to ensure the efficient and effective use of organizational resources.

The COO will play a critical leadership role in shaping PYBs operational strategy overseeing the daily functioning of the Alan Horwitz Sixth Man Center campus and advancing organizational excellence in service of PYBs mission.

Organizational Strategy & Leadership

• Oversee the Sixth Man Center master scheduling process for peak and off-peak usage pricing and registrations resolving conflicting opportunities for site use.
• Serve as the primary PYB approver on material contractual agreements across all departments supporting department and program leads with negotiations contract requirements and operational implementation.
• Partner with the CEO CFO Chief of Staff department leads and the Board of Directors to support multi-year strategic planning and ensure clear aligned operational and programmatic priorities.

Departmental Management

The Chief Operating Officer will directly supervise the Manager/Director of Operations Director of Facilities Director of People Power and Vice President of Revenue and provide leadership over key functional areas including:

• Guest Experience: Front Desk Co-Located Partners Furniture Fixtures Equipment & Décor
• Facilities: Maintenance Housekeeping Safety & Security Service Providers
• People Power: Human Resources
• Earned Revenue: Rentals & Events Revenue Share Agreements Advertising & Promotion
• Information Technology: IT & Communications Systems

Standards and Processes

• Compile and maintain a comprehensive Facility Handbook outlining material standard operating procedures (SOPs) across the Sixth Man Center.
• Oversee the development and implementation of SOPs for key operational processes (e.g. check-in procedures security protocols).
• Establish and manage organizational inventory and procurement standards in collaboration with the CFO.
• Maintain vendor relationships across PYB to identify cost savings partnership expansion and administrative efficiencies.
• Serve as the primary liaison for Co-Located Partners lease agreement execution and operational integration.
• Direct PYBs IT strategy data governance and system integrations.
• Lead legal regulatory financial and operational compliance initiatives.

Campus Management

• Lead planning contracting and execution of campus improvements including traffic light installation adjacent land acquisition exterior signage and related projects.
• Oversee campus operational functions including parking waste management landscaping signage décor and facilities infrastructure.
• Serve as PYBs primary liaison to the Project Manager for the 4272 Wissahickon Avenue Phase 2 construction project (a 40000 sq. ft. career training facility to open by 2029) focusing on the integration of core systems and service providers such as security audio-visual furniture solar utilities and telecom.

Board-Level Support & Engagement

• Attend all Board meetings and Board Executive Committee meetings.
• Serve as the primary staff liaison to the Board Property Committee supporting strategic decision-making and reporting on operational priorities.

Position Requirements

• Experience Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership and management experience ideally within nonprofit youth development or community-based organizations. Demonstrated success in supervising senior staff managing complex budgets and leading organizational growth and change.
• Education Bachelors degree in business administration nonprofit management or a related field required; advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills Strong financial management data analysis and systems implementation expertise. Proficiency with nonprofit technology platforms (CRM HRIS program management systems) and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace. Knowledge of nonprofit regulations child safety compliance and facility operations preferred.
• Physical Requirements Ability to work in both office and program settings including gyms and classrooms. Must be able to stand walk and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for programs and events as needed.
• Problem-Solving Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate challenges design effective solutions and guide the organization through complex situations. Skilled in conflict resolution and crisis management.
• Collaboration & Independence Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders while making independent mission-aligned decisions. Experience building partnerships with schools community organizations funders and government agencies.
• Organizational Skills Exceptional ability to manage multiple priorities and align day-to-day operations with long-term strategic goals. Skilled in developing systems that promote efficiency accountability and compliance.
• Safety & Care Deep commitment to maintaining a safe welcoming and inclusive environment for youth families and staff. Proven ability to enforce safety protocols child-protection policies and trauma-informed practices.

Specific duties may evolve based on organizational needs.

Nominations and Applications Please submit nominations and applications (resume and cover letter) through this platform or directly to Kyle Lafferty at