Program Manager, Nyc

Common Threads

Common Threads is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is national in scope, with strong roots in all 5 NYC boroughs as well as our other 9 major program locations. We are dedicated to teaching children and families eligible for SNAP about cooking and nutrition to encourage health and wellness. We inspire communities to embrace healthy cooking, healthy eating, and celebrating culture by providing children, families and educators with hands-on cooking and nutrition education classes.. We know that food is rooted in culture and tradition, promoting diversity in our lessons and recipes. For more information, visit www.commonthreads.org or Common Threads’ social media accounts (@CommonThreadsOrg on Instagram or Facebook and @CommonThreadsUS on Twitter.)

Position Overview: Program Manager, NYC (Full-Time)

Common Threads is seeking a Program Manager to oversee programs in Brooklyn and the Bronx. The Program Manager is responsible for building relationships with elementary-middle schools and community-based organizations while also managing the implementation of Common Threads’ in-school and after-school programs. He/she is also responsible for maintaining a high quality of implementation, scheduling, auditing, and communication with school administrators and staff, community partners, and the Common Threads team. There will be frequent travel within all 5 boroughs of NYC to partner schools and a training trip to Albany once a year.

This position is funded through SNAP-Ed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage school/partner relationships in Brooklyn and the Bronx, including:

• Successfully build and maintain partnerships with schools and other community organizations to maximize reach to participants and sustain SNAP-Ed programming

• Build and maintain relationships with at least 1 healthcare provider

• Recruit new schools and community-based organizations for partnerships per network growth goals

• Work with school administration and teachers to schedule and implement programs

• Manage specific program components, such as rosters, curriculum, and surveys

• Oversee the quality of programming regarding curriculum and school relationships (frequent class visits are required)

• Support the team with grocery procurement

• Utilize our CRM to track all program data

• Work in collaboration with the Research and Evaluation team to provide accurate data and reporting as required for SNAP-Ed funding

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Nutrition, dietetics, community and behavioral health, health education, public health, social work, or nursing background are highly preferred.

• Experience in health education, nutrition, and obesity prevention communication highly preferred

• 3-5+ years’ experience in not-for-profit organizations preferred

• Experience building and growing school, community, and healthcare based partnerships in New York City

• Experience working with a CRM preferred

• Strong time management and logical thinking skills; must be task-oriented

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong skills in written & verbal communication, organization, and collaboration

• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook, and Google Drive documents. Experience with other software, including Salesforce, PEARS, Slack, and Asana, a plus.

• Experience working with culturally diverse audiences

• Experience and/or high comfort level working virtually with internal and external team members

• A commitment to the mission and values of Common Threads

Compensation:

• Salary range: $60,000 - $70,000 per year commensurate with experience.

• Common Threads offers a competitive benefits package, including 15 days of paid time off, 15 paid holidays (including a week in winter), three floating holidays, mental, dental, vision (and other benefits), and a 401(K) retirement savings plan with the match beginning on the first day of the month after 60 days of employment.

Additional Information:

• Common Threads employees are subject to a background check and fingerprinting prior to employment.

• This is a full-time position that will primarily work Monday-Friday, but some nights and/or weekends may be required.

• Candidates should reside within the New York City metro area.

• This position reports to the Senior Program Manager located in NYC.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use close vision, distance vision, and be able to adjust focus; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or move supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.

Common Threads’ EEO Statement:

Common Threads provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Common Threads complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Common Threads expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Common Threads’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

How to apply:

View the complete application online and apply at www.commonthreads.org/careers. No phone calls, please. Serious applicants only; incomplete applications will not be considered. No third-party firms.