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ABOUT THE POSITION:
UD Team teachers are dynamic, data-driven educators dedicated to a student-paced, competency-based curriculum. Passionate about high student achievement, they embrace challenges with flexibility, leadership, and a deep understanding of the diverse needs of at-risk students. Committed to each student's success, they provide the necessary tools to overcome challenges and excel in their academic journey.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Urban Dove Team Charter School (UD Team) is a distinctive network of sports-based high schools catering to over-aged, under-credited youth. We fuse a robust academic curriculum with sports-based youth development, ensuring our graduates receive a diploma, a stepping stone for higher education, and essential job skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Co-teach five 55-minute classes.
• Collaborate in an Inclusive Co-Teaching (ICT) environment.
• Maintain a classroom environment that is organized and promotes student thinking, learning and independence
• Demonstrate knowledge of Special Populations programs and execute the strategies as required.
• Plan and implement instruction that is student centered, involves independent and cooperative learning, scaffolded, and appeals to multiple styles of learning, including strategies for students with IEPs and MLLs
• Create and implement Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) that follows the gradual release model to explicitly address individual student's unique needs.
• Write effective IEPs as assigned by the Manager of Special Education and MLL Supports.
• Maintain systems and collect data for IEP reports.
• Observe and make individual plans for students with IEPs to inform caseload management.
• Communicate with stakeholders about IEP meetings
• Participate in IEP meetings as per caseload
• Collaborate with league teachers and CAS to complete exit summaries
• Collaborate with various teams, as a case manager, to implement individualized educational plans.
• Use a variety of data sources to track and discuss student progress, setting goals for continued growth.
• Regularly review student data through an electronic management system (spreadsheets, SESIS etc).
• Manage student behavior using restorative practices and school-wide PBIS.
• Implement students behavior plans
• Observe behaviors within the classroom and develop classroom routines/structures and modify expectations to meet the behavioral needs of individual students
• Communicate with families and stakeholders to support student success
• Attend a 3-week summer orientation and professional development series.
• Fulfill broader school roles, including mentoring and committee involvement.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s Degree preferred
• New York State Certification
• Both novice and experienced teachers may apply
• Experience in a Transfer School preferred
• Google Applications proficiency preferred
• Preferably knowledgeable in the use of SESIS
• Ability to create multi-tiered classroom structures and behavior plans to address multiple disabilities (ED, LD, OHI, etc)
• Demonstrated ability to “multi-task” and deliver high quality work
• Commitment to the UD Team mission and core values of Teamwork, Leadership, and Communication
• Commitment to the use of restorative practices and a strength-based, youth development approach to student issues
• Ability to function well as part of a team and work independently
• Must be team-oriented, with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, a passion for serving at-risk youth, and a sense of humor

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation: $70,969 to $114,450 annually based on years of experience and education.

Benefits: Urban Dove provides a robust benefits package designed to support employee well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with employer match; generous paid time off; paid parental leave; and employee wellness supports

Benefits: Urban Dove provides a robust benefits package designed to support employee well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with employer match; generous paid time off; paid parental leave; and employee wellness supports

OUR MISSION:
Urban Dove energizes, educates, and empowers young people through our network of UD Team Charter Schools serving over-age/under-credited high school students. UD Team's innovative model uses sports, teams, restorative practices and mentoring to create a culture of high expectations and shared responsibility. By instilling our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Communication, we develop our students into confident young adults ready to reach their full potential.

OUR VISION:
Urban Dove envisions a world where all children receive the high-quality education and support they need and deserve. Through education, they will acquire the critical skills needed to develop into economically, socially, and emotionally independent adults who are empowered to create a more just and equitable society for future generations.

EEOC:
Urban Dove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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.

Compensation details: 7 Yearly Salary

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Position Title:

VICE PRESIDENT / SENIOR DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTION

Reports To:

Executive Leadership / Managing Director of Development

Position Overview:

The Vice President / Senior Director of Construction will oversee all aspects of design, development, and construction for a large-scale ($300MM+), complex mixed-use development project in New York City. This leader will be responsible for project delivery from conceptual design and entitlement through turnover, ensuring alignment of design vision, budget, schedule, quality, and compliance with NYC agency requirements.

This is a high-visibility executive leadership role requiring strategic, technical, and managerial expertise in complex urban developments. The ideal candidate brings a track record of successfully managing full lifecycle delivery of large commercial, residential, or mixed-use projects in New York City.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Oversight & Leadership

• Lead all phases of project execution—from entitlement, design, and preconstruction through construction and delivery.
• Develop and implement project execution strategies that balance time, cost, quality, and design intent.
• Serve as primary project executive representing the Owner’s interests with external stakeholders, city agencies, and partners.

Design & Development Management

• Oversee and coordinate design consultants (architects, engineers, specialty consultants) to ensure the design aligns with development objectives and budget.
• Manage the design development process to maintain progress toward entitlements, design milestones, and procurement timelines.
• Ensure all design documents meet regulatory and constructability standards.

Preconstruction & Procurement

• Develop and manage a comprehensive preconstruction plan including estimating, phasing, logistics, and value analysis.
• Lead procurement strategy for project delivery, including selection and negotiation of 3rd-party Construction Manager (CM), major trade partners, and owner-direct vendors.
• Oversee preparation of bid packages and ensure competitive pricing aligned with project targets.

Construction Management

• Provide executive direction and oversight to the Construction Manager and owner’s representative teams.
• Monitor field activities to ensure compliance with safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Lead problem-solving efforts related to field conditions, design coordination, or construction sequencing.

Budget & Schedule Control

• Develop and maintain overall project budget and schedule, ensuring accurate forecasting and proactive risk mitigation.
• Establish and monitor cost control systems, including cash flow projections and change management.
• Report regularly to executive leadership on project performance metrics.

Entitlement & Agency Coordination

• Direct entitlement and permitting processes with NYC agencies, including DOB, DOT, DEP, FDNY, and others.
• Manage relationships with city officials, community boards, and other regulatory bodies to facilitate approvals and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate environmental reviews, zoning approvals, and public engagement as needed.

Stakeholder & Team Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing internal project management team.
• Foster collaboration among design consultants, CMs, and owner-direct vendors.
• Act as a key interface between executive/development leadership and operating teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience managing large-scale, complex construction projects, preferably $300MM+ budget.
• Proven leadership of full project lifecycle—from design and entitlement through construction and delivery—within NYC.
• Strong understanding of NYC building codes, zoning, and agency approval processes.
• Experience managing 3rd-party CMs and multiple design consultants concurrently.
• Exceptional budgeting, scheduling, and contract negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams on complex developments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Deep network and relationships with NYC design professionals, CMs, and regulatory agencies.
• Experience with mixed-use, commercial, or institutional projects.
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Compensation:

Competitive executive-level compensation package, including base salary, performance incentives, and full benefits commensurate with experience and project scope.

The Full Desk Recruiter is responsible for managing the complete recruitment lifecycle, including both business development and candidate placement. This role operates a “360 desk,” meaning the recruiter generates new client accounts, maintains existing relationships, sources and screens candidates, and successfully places talent while maintaining profitability and service excellence.

This position requires a highly motivated, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced staffing environment and is comfortable balancing sales, client management, and recruiting functions.

Position Overview

The Full Desk Recruiter is responsible for managing the complete recruitment lifecycle, including both business development and candidate placement. This role operates a “360 desk,” meaning the recruiter generates new client accounts, maintains existing relationships, sources and screens candidates, and successfully places talent while maintaining profitability and service excellence.

This position requires a highly motivated, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced staffing environment and is comfortable balancing sales, client management, and recruiting functions.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development (Sales Side)

• Prospect and generate new client accounts through cold calling, networking, referrals, and outbound outreach
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and decision-makers
• Conduct client needs assessments and workforce planning discussions
• Identify opportunities for account expansion and upselling services

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition (Recruiting Side)

• Source candidates using job boards, social media, networking, referrals, and ATS databases
• Conduct phone screens, interviews, and candidate evaluations
• Match qualified candidates to client job requirements
• Present candidate profiles and coordinate interview processes
• Manage offer negotiations and onboarding processes

Account Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
• Maintain consistent communication regarding open roles and workforce needs
• Address performance concerns and resolve issues promptly
• Conduct regular follow-ups to ensure client and candidate satisfaction

Performance & Metrics

• Meet or exceed weekly and monthly KPIs (calls, submissions, placements, revenue)
• Maintain strong fill ratios and time-to-fill metrics
• Manage gross margin and ensure profitability of placements
• Track and report recruiting and sales activity within CRM/ATS systems

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred (Business, HR, Communications, or related field)
• 1–5 years of staffing, recruiting, or B2B sales experience
• Proven track record in business development and candidate placement
• Strong negotiation and closing skills
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
• Experience working with ATS/CRM systems

Core Competencies

• Sales acumen and persuasive communication
• Relationship-building and consultative selling
• Time management and organization
• Resilience and persistence
• Competitive drive and goal orientation
• Ability to thrive in a commission-driven environment

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• New client acquisition
• Weekly candidate submissions
• Placement volume
• Gross margin generated
• Client retention
• Fill rate and time-to-fill

Compensation Structure (Typical in Staffing Industry)

• Base salary + commission
• Performance-based bonuses
• Incentive programs for revenue milestones
• Potential uncapped earning structure

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, performance-driven environment
• Combination of phone-based sales and recruiting activity
• Requires high outbound activity and consistent pipeline management

Job description

The O365/Azure Security Administrator position is a full-time salaried job based in Jamaica, New York. The O365 Administrator will provide support and management of M365 and Microsoft Azure platform. This role is responsible for implementing, monitoring and maintaining Microsoft Azure solutions, including major services related to Compute, Storage, Network and Security. In addition, Office 365/ Azure Security Administrator will also be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of Office 365 within their organization. This may include things like adding new users, creating groups, setting permissions, troubleshooting issues, etc.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

· Develop and maintain scripts used to manage/support the Office 365 environment for multiple applications

· Manage Microsoft 365 security administration

· Perform application maintenance, e.g., system parameters, user permissions, group policies, etc.

· Provide system support and maintain uptime as defined within the IT acceptable standards

· Develop, maintain and update Microsoft 365 governance documentation

• Serve as a point of contact regarding new requests related to Microsoft applications and solutions to meet business needs

• Support and administer the operations of all Microsoft-based infrastructures as well as projects based on that infrastructure

• Provide IT leadership, engineering consulting support and oversight for all areas of Microsoft related technologies, including Microsoft 365 and associated technology including best practices, security, and configuration

• Plan for and arrange changes, upgrades, data migration, or downtime as necessary and proactively communicate them within our organization

Summary:

The Director of Logistics is responsible for Domestic and International Freight, company-owned and

third-party Distribution Centers, as well as Corporate Inventory Control. The role combines hands-on

operational leadership with ownership of end-to-end supply chain processes, technology, and

performance. This leader partners cross-functionally and cross-regionally to ensure the logistics

network delivers on time with industry-leading cost efficiency.

Recruiting, training, accountability, and staff development are essential drivers of success.

The candidate demonstrates a proven ability to foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment, combining strategic vision with the willingness to dive into the details to advance that vision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Domestic & International Logistics

• Lead all domestic and international freight operations, ensuring reliable, on-time, and cost-

optimized delivery.

• Accountable for freight P&L performance across all serviced stores and distribution centers.

• Manage carrier and forwarder relationships, execute RFPs, negotiate rates, enforce routing

guides, and resolve service issues quickly and effectively.

• Oversee international container flow, booking management, drayage, port performance, and

customs compliance.

• Continuously monitor internally managed lanes to ensure industry-leading cost performance

by comparing to supplier rates, industry benchmarks, and regular market quotes.

• Regularly evaluate vendor-delivered lanes to identify supply chain optimization opportunities

and convert to internally managed lanes when cost savings exist.

• Lead the development and implementation of systems and technology that enhance efficiency,

improve transparency, and support enterprise-wide supply chain excellence.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by driving robust training, talent development,

and meaningful employee engagement.

• Collaborate with leadership across the supply chain and across regions to drive performance

improvements and share best practices.

Distribution Centers and Corporate Inventory Control

• Responsible for full distribution center P&L results.

• Direct day-to-day performance of company-owned DCs to achieve industry-leading cost

efficiency while ensuring safe operations and on-time/in-full delivery.

• Oversee third-party DCs, holding 3PL partners accountable through KPIs, operational reviews,

and clear performance expectations.

• Guide DC leaders and frontline teams to troubleshoot issues, improve processes, and drive

consistent high-level execution.

• Ensure strong hiring pipelines, training programs, and workforce development to support

stable and productive operations.• Minimize shrink by ensuring proper product handling and maintaining high inventory accuracy

through rigorous cycle counts, prompt claim resolution, disciplined process adherence, and

regular reconciliation of store and DC inventory.

• Lead the development and adoption of systems and technology that enhance efficiency and

advance operational capabilities.

• Collaborate with leadership across the supply chain and across regions to drive performance

improvements and share best practices.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field is

required.

• 7+ years of progressive logistics or supply chain leadership experience, including direct

management of distribution center operations.

• Proven success in:

o Leading and developing high-performance teams.

o Establishing efficient processes to deliver best-in-class business results.

o Creating a culture of continuous improvement.

• Prior experience with food distribution is preferred.

ABOUT THE POSITION:
Urban Dove Team Charter Schools are seeking a passionate and dedicated MLL and Literacy Teacher to support students identified as Multilingual Learners (MLL) and/or those reading below grade level. This position plays a vital role in providing individualized and small-group instruction through both push-in and pull-out models, developing differentiated lesson plans, and promoting literacy growth across content areas. The teacher will collaborate closely with co-teachers and school staff to deliver inclusive instruction, administer assessments, and support student integration into classroom settings. Ideal candidates are those with deep knowledge of literacy development, a commitment to culturally responsive teaching, and experience working with diverse student populations.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Urban Dove Team Charter School (UD Team) is a distinctive network of sports-based high schools catering to over-aged, under-credited youth. We fuse a robust academic curriculum with sports-based youth development, ensuring our graduates receive a diploma, a stepping stone for higher education, and essential job skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach five 55-minute classes (in the form of pull out or push in sessions).
• Collaborate in an Inclusive Co-Teaching (ICT) environment.
• Plan for and develop rigorous instruction and deliver it effectively to students on the MLL and/or below 3rd grade reading level caseload, including both push-in and pull-out instruction.
• Cultivate a strong classroom community with students and families
• Provided targeted intervention to students in small group or individualized settings.
• Support students in their integration into the classroom through push in session.
• Modify and develop instructional materials as needed, given knowledge of UD’s MLL and Literacy program resources.
• Plan and implement instruction that is inviting and exciting, student centered, involves independent and cooperative learning, scaffolds, and appeals to multiple styles of learning.
• Differentiate for individual students based on their unique learning and language needs so all students are appropriately engaged and challenged.
• Be familiar with students’ IEPs and IEP Goals.
• Attend IEP meetings for students on caseload and fill out any reports, as needed.
• Maintain a classroom environment that is organized and promotes student thinking, learning and independence
• Maintain organization systems and collect data regarding MLL and targeted Literacy students.
• Use a variety of data sources to track and discuss student progress, setting goals for continued growth.
• Assist with administering NYSITELL and NYSESLAT assessments and utilize the data to inform curriculum development and classroom instruction
• Communicate and collaborate with the Special Populations Manager and Instructional Manager regularly.
• Communicate and collaborate with Literacy and MLL Specialists, as needed.
• Manage student behavior using Restorative Practices and school-wide PBIS.
• Implement student behavior plans, where applicable.
• Observe behaviors within the classroom and develop culturally responsive classroom routines/structures and modify expectations to meet the behavioral needs of individual students
• Attend a 3-week summer orientation and professional development series.
• Fulfill broader school roles, including mentoring and committee involvement.
• TESOL certification and bilingual Spanish both preferred.

• Master’s Degree in Education, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Literacy, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, with a focus on literacy and/or English Language Learners (ELL).
• Experience in leadership roles within an educational setting, demonstrating successful team management and professional development of staff.
• Deep understanding of literacy development and strategies for English Language Learners and Multilingual Learners (MLL).
• Proficient in administering and interpreting assessments such as NYSESLAT and LAB-R, with a thorough understanding of ELL testing accommodations and protocols.
• Expertise in developing intervention plans for low-performing students, with a proven track record of enhancing student literacy outcomes.
• Knowledge of curriculum integration techniques that incorporate literacy skill-building strategies across various subjects.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, capable of fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills, with the ability to maintain detailed and accurate information on MLL students’ progress and interventions.
• Effective communication and training abilities, with experience conducting professional development sessions for educators on literacy and language support strategies.
• Certification in Literacy and/or TESOL at the state or national level.
• Experience with digital literacy resources and technology integration in the classroom.
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities, particularly in languages commonly spoken by the student population.
• Familiarity with special education needs and how they intersect with literacy and language learning, ensuring a coordinated approach with the Special Education department.
• Knowledge of current educational research and best practices in literacy and language instruction for diverse learners.
• Experience in program development and management, with a demonstrated ability to spearhead initiatives that promote linguistic and literacy development.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation:  $71,000 - $115,000 Annually based on years of experience and education.

Benefits: Urban Dove provides a robust benefits package designed to support employee well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with employer match; generous paid time off; paid parental leave; and employee wellness supports

OUR MISSION:
Urban Dove energizes, educates, and empowers young people through our network of UD Team Charter Schools serving over-age/under-credited high school students. UD Team's innovative model uses sports, teams, restorative practices and mentoring to create a culture of high expectations and shared responsibility. By instilling our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Communication, we develop our students into confident young adults ready to reach their full potential.

OUR VISION:
Urban Dove envisions a world where all children receive the high-quality education and support they need and deserve. Through education, they will acquire the critical skills needed to develop into economically, socially, and emotionally independent adults who are empowered to create a more just and equitable society for future generations.

EEOC:
Urban Dove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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.

Compensation details: 71 Yearly Salary

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Our client in the tabletop and home goods industry is looking for a Product Development Assistant to support end-to-end product development and ensure the timely execution of new products from concept through production. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity based in Ridgewood, Queens, NY, reporting directly to the Product Development Manager. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has a strong aesthetic eye, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, design-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate with overseas factories regarding product specifications, timelines, and quality standards

• Review and approve product samples for production readiness

• Source products by sending specs and drawings to factories, track pricing, and compare landing costs

• Partner with internal graphics, photography, and design teams on packaging, gift boxes, and collection visuals

• Provide direction on Pantone colors, aesthetics, and overall product presentation

• Track samples and manage product provisioning

• Maintain schedules, cost sheets, dimensions, and landing costs

• Create PowerPoint presentations for seasonal launches and customer requests

• Manage Excel files including tiered pricing and ABC cost structures

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 2–6 years of product development experience

• Tabletop or home goods experience is a plus, but not required

• Fashion backgrounds considered if candidate demonstrates strong product sensibility and aesthetic awareness

• Strong proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel

• Highly organized with excellent communication skills

• Comfortable working cross-functionally and liaising with overseas factories

Please submit your resume for consideration.

You can use to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early.

Organization History & Mission

The MinKwon Center for Community Action was established in 1984 as the Young Korean American Service & Education Center (YKASEC) to meet the needs and concerns of the Korean American community. Since our founding, MinKwon has played a vital role through grassroots organizing, education, and advocacy initiatives addressing immigration policies, voting rights, and cultural awareness.

MinKwon places a special emphasis on serving marginalized community members, including youth, seniors, recent immigrants, low-income residents, and limited-English-proficient residents.

Our mission is to empower the Korean American community and work alongside Asian American and immigrant communities to achieve economic and social justice for all. We achieve this mission by raising awareness of immigrant rights, ensuring access to resources and legal services, educating political consciousness and fostering political participation, and mobilizing a collective voice to effect systemic change.

Job Description

The Executive Director will work closely with the Board of Directors and senior leadership to execute the vision and mission of the organization; strengthen, implement, and expand core program work and operations; serve as a key representative to coalition allies, community groups, elected officials, and media; and provide senior leadership for internal oversight, administration, fundraising, and organizational development.

Leadership and Management

• Provide vision and collaborate with the Board of Directors and staff to set the organization’s strategic direction rooted in mission and values.
• Ensure programmatic excellence, rigorous evaluation, and consistent quality across finance, administration, fundraising, communications, and systems.
• Recommend timelines and resources necessary to achieve strategic goals.

Fundraising and Communications

• Oversee all fundraising initiatives, including donor and funder relationship management, grant proposals and reports, and execution of fundraising events such as the annual gala.
• Track grant activity and ensure timely quarterly and annual reports for all grants.
• Ensure a consistent organizational presence and leadership in social media, the website, and other supporter communications.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication with both traditional and non-traditional media outlets representing the organization’s voice.
• Interface directly with media, public and private groups, boards, commissions, and professional associations to advance MinKwon’s visibility.
• Deliver presentations to groups and individuals to promote the organization’s services and objectives.
• Oversee or directly develop brochures, reports, news releases, and other informational or marketing materials.
• Use external presence and relationships to identify and secure new opportunities and partnerships.

External Leadership & Representation

• Represent MinKwon publicly, including public speaking, media engagement, and relationship-building with community leaders, advocacy groups, and elected officials.
• Expand and manage external relationships and serve as the primary staff liaison with key stakeholders.
• Work closely with NAKASEC (National Korean American Service & Education Consortium) and its affiliates (c3, c4, PAC):
• Serve as MinKwon’s primary contact with NAKASEC, maintaining regular and transparent communication.
• Actively participate in NAKASEC ED convenings and strategic discussions.
• Help strengthen the NAKASEC network by being a thought partner and identifying opportunities for collaboration.
• Proactively share relevant information, raise issues, and immediately inform NAKASEC of any legal or organizational actions impacting shared goals.
• Collaborate with NAKASEC to develop, implement, and maintain joint policies and procedures.

Program and Organizational Development

• Lead strategic, operating, and capital planning in alignment with Board policies and organizational mission.
• Monitor MinKwon’s progress against programmatic, financial, and operational goals.
• Work with staff, Board members, volunteers, and community leaders to strengthen existing programs, integrate activities, and develop new initiatives.

Staff Management

• Recruit, train, and retain a talented team capable of leading programs and managing strategic functions.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, ensuring accountability.
• Create and maintain a positive organizational culture that motivates and supports staff performance and equity.
• Represent staff concerns and issues to the Board on relevant matters.

Board Relations

• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop and implement strategic plans to advance the organization’s goals.
• Identify, recruit, and onboard new Board members.
• Prepare and propose Board agendas, including recommendations on vision, programs, policies, contracts, and budgets.
• Provide the Board with timely and comprehensive progress and activity reports.
• Ensure quarterly reports are delivered in advance of scheduled Board meetings.
• Implement Board directives, policies, and approved strategic plans.
• Evaluate organizational structure, job classifications, salary comparability, and performance evaluation systems; recommend improvements to the Board while maintaining positive staff and stakeholder relations.

Finance & Administration

• Monitor financial performance and ensure effective financial systems are maintained.
• Provide timely and accurate financial reports to the Board of Directors.
• Grow and diversify revenue streams while stewarding resources responsibly.
• Represent the organization to potential funders to secure new opportunities.

Job Requirements

Mission Alignment & Commitment

• Deep commitment to MinKwon’s mission, values, and community-centered approach.
• Demonstrated interest, experience, and commitment to advancing social justice issues, including immigrant rights, civil rights, and equity for marginalized communities.
• Exceptional work ethic, with passion and dedication to the mission.

Leadership & Strategic Vision

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive leadership and management experience in nonprofit, community-based, or advocacy organizations.
• Experience in community organizing, advocacy, or nonprofit leadership; familiarity with Korean American, Asian American, or immigrant community issues strongly preferred.
• Ability to think strategically, anticipate opportunities and challenges, exercise sound judgment, creatively problem solve, and lead organizational change.
• Ability to work closely and collaboratively with the Board of Directors, senior leadership, and staff to set priorities and execute programs in a close-knit, team-oriented environment.

Fundraising, Development & External Relations

• Strong track record in fundraising, donor engagement, and grant management, including cultivation of relationships and development of proposals/reports.
• Experience in relationship development and management with funders, donors, and external stakeholders strongly preferred.
• Ability to use external presence and communications to build partnerships and garner new opportunities.

Communication Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including strong group facilitation, public speaking, and writing.
• Ability to represent the organization to diverse audiences including community members, partners, elected officials, and media.
• Strong communication skills in Korean preferred.

Management & Organizational Skills

• Demonstrated supervisory experience with the ability to recruit, train, motivate, and retain staff.
• Ability to provide guidance, inspire participation, and effectively engage staff, Board, volunteers, and community members.
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail, ability to execute and bring innovative ideas.
• Excellent organizational skills, including detail orientation, multi-tasking, and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to monitor, evaluate, and improve program, financial, and operational performance.

Flexibility & Availability

Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as required by the role.

Application Process

The search process will be conducted confidentially and without conflicts of interest. Individuals under consideration for candidacy will not serve on the Search Committee or have access to candidate materials.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with priority given to applications received by January 9, 2026 (or January 16, 2026)

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:

Search Committee

MinKwon Center for Community Action

Email:

Subject line: “Executive Director – [Your Last Name], [Your First Name]”

Equal Opportunity Statement

The MinKwon Center for Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

A full-service, 20-attorney law firm near the Queens / Nassau County, Long Island (close to LIRR) is hiring an Attorney, Commercial Transactions at the Associate, Senior Associate, Counsel, or possibly the Partner level, DOE, w/ a clear path to a PARTNER position to LEAD the Commercial Transactions Group in an orderly transition, to replace a partner departing the firm in 1-2 yrs.

Culture: Partners are committed to a limit of 1600 billable hours/yr in order to prioritize personal well-being, and better manage work / life boundaries and life's demands outside of work.

The departing partner works in several capacities/Groups for the firm, allocating about 50% of his time to the Commercial Transactions Group; it's therefore CRITICALLY IMPORTANT for the new hire to join the firm WITH a portable BOOK OF BUSINESS to fill (at least) 50% of their time / workload. Sole practitioners are welcome to reduce hours, distractions, admin work and stress.

Candidates who do NOT HAVE a portable book of business WILL BE CONSIDERED IF THEY ARE / HAVE RECENTLY HELD PARTNER POSITIONS (likely at a LARGER law firm) AND IF they:

• Are VERY CONFIDENT and CAN SUPPORT they HAVE and QUICKLY CAN build a book of business given their experience, contacts, etc.

AND

• Possess exemplary, applicable hard and soft skills & experience, and employment stability

AND

• OPEN to a starting salary that IS COMPETITIVE, albeit BELOW the starting salary of a 'typical' new law firm partner, while the new hire builds a book of business

Starting Salary: ~$160k - $175k, DOE and book of business value, plus bonus, plus origination fees / commissions on the portable book of business and future business brought into the firm.

Location: The work is ON SITE ON LONG ISLAND for the most part, with some flex to work in the firm's Manhattan or NJ office, as needed, or sporadically on a remote basis, as needed.

Commute: For candidates north or west of Long Island, the firm's Long Island office is VERY CLOSE to LIRR train stations.

Responsibilities:

• Commercial Transaction / Business / Corporate work, including advising ownership and management of privately-held companies at the startup through exit stages of growth.
• Counsel clients and run key areas of Commercial Transactional / Business / Corporate matters, such as buying, closing, forming, structuring and selling businesses, mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, compliance matters, etc.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Compose / Create Operating / Shareholder / Employment Agreements.
• If experienced in this area: Handle client negotiations through closings related to commercial real estate acquisitions, sales, leasing, and financing activities.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of (post J.D.) Commercial Transactional / Corporate / Business area of law REQUIRED
• Licensed to practice law in NY REQUIRED
• J.D. REQUIRED
• Relevant work experience related to commercial real estate is a plus but NOT required
• Portable book of business - see above
• Exceptional business acumen REQUIRED, able to counsel clients re diverse business matters
• Accountable self-starter with a high EQ, able to own and operate client relationships / cases beginning to end, motivated to continue learning and taking on new responsibilities

Contact: For a confidential discussion, please provide your confidential resume to David Rivard, Director of Recruiting at Executive Alliance, at

Executive Alliance is a 28-year search firm based on Long Island with clients based nationally, and 15 recruiting pros with in-industry experience in the functional disciplines aligned with their recruiting focus.

NOTE:

Please note this client is NOT OPEN to:

• Candidates requiring sponsorship to work for companies in the U.S.
• Relocation package for candidates living outside commuting distance of western Long Island