Operations Coordinator (Part-time)
Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Weekly Salary:
USD 41 - 41
Posted:
30 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline:
28 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
PART-TIME OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
SUMMER SEARCH NEW YORK CITY
At Summer Search we believe in No Ceilings and envision a world in which young people regardless of circumstances can chart their own the United States students from underserved communities disproportionately BIPOC and first-generation face systemic inequities in school in the workforce and in life. Nevertheless these young people possess unique strengths resilience and limitless potential.
Since 1990 Summer Search has partnered with young people during their transition from adolescence into adulthood by connecting them to expansive opportunities professional mentoring and a community of support. Summer Searchers recognize their potential and build a toolkit to navigate and challenge systemic barriers break new ground for their families and communities and achieve economic equity and a life of purpose.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Part-Time Operations Coordinator is responsible for the behind-the-scenes operations magic that ensures the NYC office is welcoming well-maintained organized and adequately supplied to support staff mentoring and program activities. This is a hands-on role focused on day-to-day office operations purchasing inventory and coordination. Reporting to the NYC Executive Director this hire will join a collaborative and mission-driven team of 18 Summer Search NYC staff. This is a part-time role at 20 hours per week.
WHAT YOULL DO
Office Operations and Environment
- Maintain a welcoming clean organized and functional office environment.
- Serve as the primary point person for day-to-day office needs during afternoon hours.
- Monitor office conditions and coordinate with building management vendors or service providers when issues arise.
- Ensure common areas meeting spaces kitchens and supplies are ready for staff and visitors.
- Support basic office setup and breakdownfor meetings staff gatherings and program activities.
Inventory and Purchasing
- Maintain inventory of office supplies snacks beverages and other commonly used materials.
- Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify upcoming needs.
- Oversee purchasing and replenishment within established budgets and purchasing processes.
- Purchase and organize supplies needed for group mentoring sessions and summer experiences including snacks materials and equipment.
- Maintain organized storage systems so staff can easily locate materials.
- Track spending and maintain basic purchasing records.
Program & Staff Support
- Ensure teams have the supplies and materials they need for in-person activities.
- Support purchasing organizing and storing equipment and supplies needs for summer experience preparation.
- Provide basic logistical support for staff meetings and events held in the office.
Office Systems and Coordination
- Maintain simple systems for inventory purchasing and office requests.
- Establish regular routines for checking supplies placing orders and maintaining shared spaces.
- Identify recurring office needs and recommend practical improvements.
WHO YOU ARE
Specifically this hire will bring:
- EXPERIENCE: At least 2 years of applicable experience in operations administrative work or office management preferably with experience in inventory management. Skill in operations and past success in continuously improving systems/ processes. Experience at a non-profit is a plus.
- ACCOUNTABILITY: You hold yourself and others responsible for processes decisions actions and commitments to results to drive high-quality outcomes. Youre responsive to the needs of stakeholders and follow through on commitments.
- TEAMWORK AND COLLABORATION: You value many voices are comfortable creating space for dialogue and handle interpersonal issues constructively. You inspire and foster commitment connection enthusiasm and trust and motivate others to achieve common goals.
- COMMUNICATION EFFECTIVENESS: You are an active listener and thoughtful and strategic when conveying feedback sharing ideas or responding to inquiries to various audiences in multiple formats.
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT: You take initiative to create systems and structures to achieve goals and objectives. You succeed at managing multiple workstreams and motivating coordinating and directing others to stay on track.
- TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Strong technology skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office database systems virtual meeting platforms and the ability to quickly learn and troubleshoot new organizational systems and tools.
- LANGUAGE SKILLS: Spanish language skills are a plus.
In additionall Summer Search staff bring a commitment to our mission of unleashing students potential through mentoring and transformative experiences as well as the ability to thrive in an environment that values excellence gratitude well-being diversity authenticity and collaboration.
LOCATION AND SCHEDULE
This is a part-time in-person position at the Summer Search NYC office in Manhattan. Hours are Monday through Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Additional hours may be requested as needed to support organizational events with advance approval.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Competitive and transparent salaries. This is a non-exempt position with a starting hourly pay rate of $41/hour (20 hours per week). Summer Search is committed to transparent equitable compensation practices. Salaries are benchmarked using current market data.
Well-being flexibility and ongoing learning and development are pillars of our culture. We value our staff and are committed to creating an environment where every individual feels seen heard and valued. Investments in our part-time staff include:
- Generous time off: This 20 hour a week position accrues the following annually: 7.5 vacation days 5 sick days a birthday day-off and one flex holiday.
- Paid holiday hours when days youre regularly scheduled to work fall on one of our 10 company-wide holidays as well as a 1-week December closure.
- A comprehensive Employee Recognition Program (years of service awards spot awards and professional development funding).
- Individual localregionaland national training
- A commitment to developing leaders from within theorganization.
- An organizational culture that supports staff well-being and holistic self-care/community care
- Ample opportunities to connect with the students and communities weserve.
As this is a part-time role this hire is not eligible for group benefits such as health insurance.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
With a staff that cares deeply about social justice and racial justice we believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a rich work environment and enhance our ability to pursue our mission. We are committed to building an organization with critical consciousnessin order toimpact how we work with students as well as how we work together as a team. We hope you will join us as we continue to build a justice-centered organization that fosters a work environment where people from all backgrounds are welcomed and valued.
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TO APPLY
SUMMER SEARCH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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About Company
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