Deputy Director

Yonkers Community Action Program (YCAP) is seeking an experienced, mission-driven Deputy Director to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and collaborative leader to help advance YCAP's mission of empowering individuals, strengthening families, and building stronger communities throughout Yonkers and Westchester County. As the second-in-command of the organization, the Deputy Director will work closely with the Executive Director to provide leadership, operational oversight, and strategic direction across the agency. This position plays a critical role in ensuring organizational excellence, regulatory compliance, program effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.

Position Summary The Deputy Director serves as a key member of YCAP's Executive Leadership Team and supports the Executive Director in advancing the organization's mission, strategic priorities, and organizational performance. The position provides executive oversight of administrative operations, human resources, compliance, technology, fundraising, and agency programs while helping ensure high-quality service delivery and positive community impact. The Deputy Director may act on behalf of the Executive Director as delegated and is responsible for fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and trauma-informed practice throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Leadership Partner with the Executive Director in agency management and strategic planning Support implementation of organizational goals and strategic initiatives Provide leadership across departments and programs Agency Operations Oversee day-to-day administrative functions and office operations Manage administrative systems, purchasing, vendor relationships, and facilities coordination Support staff engagement, professional development, and organizational communications Lead operational improvement initiatives and organizational growth efforts Human Resources Leadership Provide executive oversight of all human resources functions Supervise HR staff and support recruitment, onboarding, retention, and employee relations Compliance, Risk Management & Safety Lead agency-wide compliance efforts and regulatory oversight Coordinate audits, monitoring visits, accreditation activities, and assessments Oversee safety initiatives, risk management processes, and organizational policies Present compliance and operational reports to executive leadership and the Board Program Leadership & Oversight Provide executive oversight for agency programs and services, including Consumer-Directed Services Monitor program performance, outcomes, compliance, budgets, and quality standards

Technology & Infrastructure Oversee organizational technology systems and IT partnerships Support cybersecurity, systems implementation, and operational efficiency Guide technology planning, procurement, and modernization efforts Board, Community & External Relations Support the Executive Director and Board of Directors on governance activities Prepare reports, presentations, and Board materials

Experience Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership or management experience Experience in nonprofit organizations, community action agencies, human services, public administration, or related sectors preferred Demonstrated experience supervising staff, managing operations, and ensuring organizational compliance Experience supporting Boards of Directors and managing multiple funding sources is highly desirable Knowledge & Skills Strong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning abilities Knowledge of nonprofit management and community-based services Experience with human resources administration and employment compliance

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