Job Information
Queens Community House Associate Executive Director in Forest Hills, New York
Full Time
Management
Forest Hills, NY, US
Salary Range: $130,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually
Associate Executive Director, Older Adult Services
Queens Community House (QCH)
About Queens Community House
Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site nonprofit organization serving the diverse communities of Queens through a broad network of programs for children, youth, adults, and older adults. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities.
QCH is a modern interpretation of the traditional settlement house, bringing innovative leadership and a strong commitment to social and economic justice. We serve over 25,000 individuals annually across 40 program sites in 15 neighborhoods, with an annual operating budget of approximately $39 million.
Position Summary
Queens Community House is seeking a dynamic and strategic Associate Executive Director (AED) for Older Adult Services to serve as a key member of the Executive Team. This leadership role is responsible for shaping the vision, strategy, and overall direction of the Older Adult Services division, while contributing to agency-wide strategic planning and leadership.
The AED will oversee a diverse portfolio of center-based and community programs serving adults aged 60 and above. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead innovative initiatives that promote program excellence, intergenerational engagement, participant satisfaction, and measurable outcomes.
The ideal candidate will balance multiple priorities, including program quality, staff leadership, partnership development, fundraising, contract compliance, and financial oversight.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Executive Director will:
Provide leadership and supervision to a team of senior staff, including division directors
Oversee a division budget of approximately $11 million and a team of 90 employees
Ensure alignment with QCH’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities
Develop and implement a strategic growth plan for Older Adult Services
Lead continuous quality improvement efforts across all programs
Build and maintain relationships with community partners, elected officials, and stakeholders
Support fundraising efforts, including government and foundation proposals
Oversee contract compliance and program performance
Manage and optimize program budgets in collaboration with the fiscal team
Represent QCH in advocacy efforts at the citywide and statewide levels
Partner with the Executive Team on agency-wide leadership, planning, and development
Engage with the Board of Directors as needed
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a passionate and strategic leader who champions services for older adults and demonstrates:
Extensive experience in human services, particularly in older adult programming
Strong financial acumen, including budget development and management
A track record of successfully managing and developing supervisory staff
Experience cultivating partnerships with external stakeholders and funders
Ability to use data to inform decision-making and improve outcomes
Experience working with government contracts and funding streams
Success contributing to fundraising and proposal development efforts
Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on innovation and sustainability
Older Adult Services at QCH
QCH’s Older Adult Services division supports older adults in remaining healthy, active, and connected to their communities. Programs include:
Six Older Adult Centers serving over 7,000 participants annually
Case management services for homebound seniors
Home Delivered Meals program (approximately 700 meals daily)
Social Adult Day Program at the Forest Hills Community Center
Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC) program
The Queens Center for Gay Seniors, the first LGBTQ+ senior center in Queens
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $130,000 – $150,000 (first year)
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and flexible spending accounts
403(b) retirement plan
Generous paid time off:
Up to 27 annual leave days (22 in first year)
12 sick days
Most federal holidays observed
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
QCH proudly serves racially and economically diverse communities and strongly encourages applications from people of color and individuals with diverse identities.
Queens Community House is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination.
How to Apply
QCH has partnered with Schall & Russo Planning Works, LLC to conduct this search.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter (subject line: “QCH, AED”) in confidence to: Steven Schall, sschall@schallrusso.com.