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Title: People Power Coordinator

Reports to: Director of People Power

Job Description

I. Organizational Overview

Philadelphia Youth Basketball, Inc. (PYB) was officially launched in June, 2015, with a mission to create transformative opportunities for thousands of young people, especially those from under-resourced families and communities, to reach their full potential as students, athletes, and positive leaders.  A diverse and impassioned group of individuals, including leaders from the grass-roots to the tree-tops, have been working diligently to execute upon this mission by building an impactful program, a robust and sustainable organization, and ultimately a state-of-the-art youth basketball and education center to enable us to provide empowering experiences to many more children, youth, and families.

PYB aims to instill six key tenets of its community agreement principles from top to bottom across its organization and young people:

• Safe Space - It is our responsibility to create a judgment-free environment where everyone feels welcome.
• Trust - We deeply believe in each other and will work to form positive relationships.
• Respect - We will honor each individual and treat everyone with a high level of respect. 
• Integrity - We strive to create an environment where honesty and equity are valued and we have a responsibility to restore relationships when necessary. 
• Care - We strive to be empathetic in protecting the health and welfare of each other and our space. We strive to treat others how they want to be treated and ask for the same in return.
• Teamwork - We find strength in our peers and strive to create an environment that honors all of our roles on a team.

II. Primary Scope of Duties

Reporting to the Director of People Power, the People Power Coordinator will support PYB’s Human Resources functions and contribute to creating a positive, cohesive and inclusive work environment for all team members. Responsibilities will include but are not limited the following:

• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job descriptions, scheduling interviews, and maintaining candidate databases.
• Support onboarding of new hires, ensuring a smooth and welcoming introduction to the organization.
• Help administer HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Maintain employee records and documentation accurately and confidentially
• Provide administrative and logistical coordinating for training and development programs
• Provide support in managing employee benefits and queries.
• Assist with payroll processing by reviewing and verifying timesheets and other necessary documentation
• Preform HR audits as required to ensure compliance and organizational health
• Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the People Power team

III. Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Dispositions

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Strong interest in human resources practices and nonprofit organizations
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with HRIS systems is a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
• Flexible work style with the ability to work in an open office environment
• Passionate about youth development and sports
• Demonstrated commitment to racial equity and experience in promoting inclusive practices in diverse settings

IV. Compensation and Perks 

This position will have a salary range of $45,000 - $50,000 commensurate with experience.  

PYB prides itself on being a supportive workplace dedicated to employees’ personal and professional growth through stretch assignments, and access to staff and board meetings, mentorship, feedback, and professional development opportunities. 

Company benefits include access to health insurance coverage (medical and dental) for salaried employees and their families. Additional benefits include paid holidays, paid time off, and access to a 401K retirement plan. 

V. To Apply 

Applicants must submit a cover note and resume by no later than April 5th.