Summer Program Assistant Mayor's Youth Employment and Education Program (MYEEP)

Summary of Position

The MYEEP-SEADC Summer Program Assistant with guidance from the Mayors Youth Employment and Education Program (MYEEP) Coordinator and Associate Director will support the application enrollment and orientation process for the 2026 Summer cycle lead a series of pre-employment and job/life skills workshops develop worksites for youth placement and communicate directly with worksite Supervisor offer individual support for program participants and provide overall administrative and programmatic support.

The ideal candidate is a values-driven skilled energetic professional. The candidate can effectively multi-task is a strong team player embraces continuous improvement and relishes the opportunity to grow in a job with varying job responsibilities. The candidate is detail-oriented provides good internal and external customer service and enjoys problem-solving. The candidate is also an avid user of technology.

This position is slated to end on June 30 2026.

About Youth Development

The Youth Development program objective is to prepare youth in grades kindergarten through high school to be college and work ready. Youth Development Program activities include daily out of school time program activities for K-12 graders focusing on tutoring homework support life skills and enriching social/cultural activities teen leadership development activities career exploration and job placements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Client Service (60%)

• Co-facilitate pre-employment training and workshops related to job readiness career exploration and other relevant topics; including support with planning prep and setting up
• Maintain strong communication with staff parents youth and worksite supervisors
• Provide compassionate and friendly customer service
• Assist participants in problem-solving and goal setting
• Attend in-person meetings and in-person workshops
• Participate in events meetings and trainings as needed

Administrative Support (40%)

• Maintain accurate files for all youth
• Support onboarding process of program participants
• Provide direct administrative support for program implementation
• Other duties as assigned by Program Coordinator and MYEEP staff

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge Experience and Skill Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)required

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience working with diverse urban populations within a youth development field
• Demonstrated ability to effectively facilitate youth groups
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge in curriculum development
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Adept at navigating different technologies:
• • Proficient in Zoom Microsoft Office Google Classroom and G-Suite;
  • Familiarity with project management platforms and online communications platforms such as Teams
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in English.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience in Salesforce and ADP preferred

Additional Qualities and Requirements

• Passion for the organizations mission and values
• Able to travel locally as needed
• Pass fingerprinting background check and TB clearance before start date

Physical Requirements

• Possesses multi-limb and eye-hand coordination.
• Able to stand bend reach stoop and lift items up to 25 lbs; able to walk on a flight of stairs
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods of time.
• Able to sit or stand at a desk work on a computer and participate in meetings live or via work device for a full workday
• Capable of participating in program activities and events that involve walking and delivering presentations.

SEADC complies with the ADA and consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for employees to perform essential functions. Please contact if you wish to discuss reasonable accommodation.

COVID-19 vaccination: We require all employees to be fully COVID vaccinated with the card to show proof of vaccination. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to embracing diversity and consider all applicants for allpositions without regard to color ethnic background religion sex gender identity sexual orientation nationalorigin age disability HIV/AIDS or veteran status.

Required Experience:

Junior IC