Employment Opportunities

Receptionist (Seasonal)

The Receptionist handles customer inquiries via email, on the phone, and in person and provides information and assistance to staff and the public according to established procedures. This position is also responsible for computer support, photocopying, filing, mailing and other clerical duties to support the other staff members in a busy office environment.

Program Manager, Career Bridging

The Program Manager will manage operations for a new PYN pilot program, Career Bridging, funded via Philadelphia Works’ Employment Connections for Opportunity Youth grant, serving youth and young adults who are transitioning out of the School District of Philadelphia’s Career Technical Education (CTE) Healthcare related programs.  The Career Bridging program will serve 55 young people over the course of 18 months.

The Program Manager will work with key partners supporting the facilitation of occupational skills training, work experience and on-the-job training.  The Program Manager will directly manage the Case Manager role.    

This position will sit off-site at Job Corps Life Science Institute at 2810 S. 20^th Street, Philadelphia PA 19145 and will travel to PYN main offices, 400 Market Street, at least once a week.  

Case Manager, Career Bridging

The Case Manager is an essential role in the development of youth services for a new PYN pilot program, Career Bridging, funded via Philadelphia Works’ Employment Connections for Opportunity Youth grant, serving youth and young adults who are transitioning out of the School District of Philadelphia’s Career Technical Education (CTE) Healthcare related programs.  The Career Bridging program will serve 55 young people over the course of 18 months.

Evaluation Specialist, Research and Evaluation (Seasonal)

The Evaluation Specialist is a member of the Research and Evaluation team and primarily responsible for the successful implementation of the WorkReady Summer evaluation plan. This individual will be support the development of an evaluation plan, assist with the development and fielding of surveys and assessment tools, collect qualitative data through interviews and focus groups with staff and participants, provide technical assistance to providers for successful completion of surveys and assessments, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data about the program.

Professional Development Specialist, PEP (Seasonal)

The Professional Development Specialist will revise the PEP Department’s professional development curriculum as well as plan and implement the Professional Development Orientation(s) and 6-week series. The Specialist will report to the Program Specialist (PEP) but may work closely with other city-partners and seasonal employees

In close consultation with the PEP Department, the Professional Development Specialist will create nationally-relevant professional development lessons (including a 4-hour student orientation, 6 2-hour lessons and assignment content of digital badge). The Specialist will also be responsible for creating and managing the facilitator training and guide.

Contextual Learning Specialist (Seasonal)

The Contextual Learning Specialist (CLS) is part of a seasonal team designed to support the implementation of the Contextual Learning component of summer employment programming on behalf of WorkReady from April through August. This position requires a flexible schedule, the ability to work some evenings and weekends, and frequent travel throughout the Philadelphia region.   

The Contextual Learning Specialist will be primarily responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of Contextual Learning activities and related administrative and programmatic requirements for contractors providing Summer programs. 

Professional Development Facilitator (Seasonal)

The Professional Development Facilitator is part of a seasonal team designed to support the Professional Development portion of the summer internship model. Facilitators will be required to work two Intern Orientation Sessions (full-day) the first week of July (either July 5^th, 6^th or 7^th), and six Professional Development Sessions (full-day) every Friday, July 14^th – August 18^th. Additionally, facilitators must be able to attend one training (half-day) in June (date TBD) and one debriefing session in August (date TBD). This position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to work Fridays.

Quality Assurance Assistant, Compliance & Operations (Seasonal)

The Quality Assurance Assistant is responsible for the adherence of PYN Policies, Process, and Procedures to ensure continuous improvement of the validity and reliability of data entered into PYN’s client tracking systems and analyzing and reporting performance with regard to enrollment. 

Communications and Marketing Specialist (Seasonal)

The Communications and Marketing Specialist works to execute PYN’s communications and outreach strategies across all media and position the organization locally, regionally and nationally. The Communications and Marketing Specialist will primarily be responsible for supporting content marketing throughout the summer employment program. This role is responsible for enhancing both internal and external communication initiatives, introducing new solutions to increase efficiency of communication, and serving as a self-motivated and fully-integrated member of the Communications team. The ideal candidate will possess great attention to detail and embody PYN’s core values.

Contextual Learning Coordinator (Seasonal)

The Contextual Learning Coordinator (CLC) leads a team designed to support the implementation of Contextual Learning activities for PYN funded summer programs.  The CLC will be primarily responsible for the oversight of the Contextual Learning Team and all related administrative and programmatic requirements. Specifically, the CLC will ensure that his/her staff is able to help 50+ community based organizations produce high quality projects with the youth enrolled in PYN funded summer programs. 

Senior Quality Assurance Assistant (Seasonal)

The Senior Quality Assurance Assistant is responsible for the adherence of PYN Policies, Process, and Procedures to ensure continuous improvement of the validity and reliability of data entered into PYN’s client tracking systems and analyzing and reporting performance with regard to enrollment with the 2 largest subcontractors.

Customer Service Specialist (Seasonal)

The Customer Service Specialist is part of a seasonal team designed to support the implementation of PYN’s summer program on behalf of WorkReady. The Customer Service Specialist will primarily be responsible for the management of the youth hotline and email system to provide customer support to those interested in connecting to and participating in Summer 2018 Programming. In addition, the Customer Service Specialist will work collaboratively with the PMI team to share accurate and consistent messaging related to WorkReady and PYN. The Customer Service Specialist will also assist with in-person inquiries as needed.

Summer Provider Specialist, Programs (Seasonal)

The Summer Provider Specialist is part of a seasonal team that offers support to providers and youth who participate in PYN Summer Programming on behalf of WorkReady Philadelphia. The Provider Specialist will be primarily responsible for the oversight of all contractor (provider) administrative and programmatic requirements related to the successful implementation of the WorkReady Summer program.

Project Specialist, PEP (Seasonal)

The Project Specialist is part of a seasonal team designed to provide city-wide access to youth interested in PYN summer programs on behalf of WorkReady. The Project Specialist will work with the department as well as key partners that are operating special projects through the summer program. The special projects may include the Bloomberg Arts Summer Internship Program, the Career and Technical Education Internship Program, the Business Education Partnership Internship Program, and the GEAR UP Summer Internship Program.

Events Specialist (Seasonal)

The Events Specialist works to execute PYN’s communications and outreach strategies across all media and position the organization locally, regionally and nationally. The Events Specialist will primarily be responsible for planning and implement large-scale events related to summer jobs in 2018. This role is also responsible for enhancing both internal and external communication initiatives, introducing new solutions to increase efficiency of communication, and serving as a self-motivated and fully-integrated member of the Communications team. The ideal candidate will possess great attention to detail and embody PYN’s core values.

Business Partnership Specialist

The Business Partnership Specialist (BPS) will build and maintain relationships with partners to expand career-connected education opportunities for Philadelphia’s youth and young adults. The BPS will work closely with the Director, Director, Partnerships for Employment Pathways, other members of the department and key staff within PYN to ensure relationships with the business community are cultivated to support the menu of WorkReady programs and other PYN initiatives. The BPS’s responsibilities span business engagement and management, program management and expertise in industry trends.

Associate, Quality Assurance

The Associate, Quality Assurance is responsible for monitoring provider compliance with funding regulations, analyzing and reporting performance with regard to compliance behaviors, creating innovative solutions to address compliance challenges and providing technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders as needed. The Associate, Quality Assurance’s primary work responsibilities spans the following areas: 

• Compliance Monitoring
• Analysis and Reporting of Compliance Behaviors
• Problem-Solving, Technical Assistance and Training
• General