Talent Pathways Senior Manager

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Position Overview

Job Description

Please note that this is a grant funded position with an anticipated start date of winter 2026 and an anticipated end date of June 2027. This is an exempt position with an expected annual salary of $ commensurate with experience

Responsibilities

Launch and Manage the Work Study Pilot (40%)

• Implement City Year New Yorks 18-month Work Study Pilot Program

• Recruit and onboard college work-study students for 300-hour Student Success Coach Intern roles.

• Ensure compliance with grant requirements

• Oversee internship placement training coaching and support across fall spring and summer cycles.

• Create guides for other City Year sites to use to launch a work study pilot.

Build Strategic Partnerships (15%)

• Establish partnerships with at least five colleges/universities to source work-study candidates.

• Develop relationships with financial aid offices to streamline work-study eligibility and placement.

• Build partnerships with CUNY SUNY private universities NYC Public Schools and DYCD programs (e.g. FutureReadyNYC Work Learn Grow SYEP).

• Support initiatives to advance credit-for-prior-learning and recruit students interested in education and mental health careers.

Optimize Student Success Coach Intern Deployment Model (15%)

• Pair 300-hour work-study roles with 1200-hour AmeriCorps roles for full-day school coverage.

• Create and implement scheduling systems that maximize efficiency and minimize cost.

Advance Talent Pathways (15%)

• Position the pilot as a career pathway into education and mental health connecting participants to AmeriCorps service teacher preparation programs and careers in mental health.

• Track and report career progression metrics (e.g. percentage of interns transitioning to a second year of service teaching roles etc).

• Collaborate with the Director of AmeriCorps Member Experience Chief of Staff and Managing Director of Impact on site talent pathways strategy.

Evaluate and Report Impact (10%)

• Collect and analyze data on cost savings and student impact metrics (attendance engagement academic support).

• Produce quarterly reports for leadership and funders highlighting lessons learned and scalability potential.

• Draft and administer mid-term and end-of-semester surveys for interns and supervisors.

Support Funding Diversification (5%)

• Document outcomes and best practices to inform future grant proposals and revenue expansion.

• Contribute insights to City Year New Yorks New York State Strategy and broader funding diversification efforts.

Qualifications:

We listed what we see as key qualifications to succeed in the role. You dont have to satisfy every requirement listed. If you have transferable skills and are excited about this role please apply!

Previous Experience

• Program Management: Proven experience in managing educational or community programs particularly those involving work-study or internship placements.

• Recruitment and Onboarding: Experience in recruiting training and onboarding college students or young adults.

• Partnership Development: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships with colleges universities and community organizations.

Skills and Competencies

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Data Analysis: Proficiency in collecting and analyzing data to measure program impact and inform decision-making.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and relationship-building.

• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to develop creative solutions for program challenges.

• Understanding of Education Systems: Familiarity with educational pathways mental health careers and the role of AmeriCorps in education.

• Grant Compliance: Knowledge of grant management and compliance requirements particularly in educational settings.

• Passion for Education: A strong commitment to improving educational outcomes for under-resourced communities.

• Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders including students schools and community organizations.

• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and the needs of the program.

Bonus If

• You have experience or familiarity with NYC public schools

• You have experience or familiarity with Work-Study programs

• You are a City Year or AmeriCorps alum

Benefits