Proposed Tony Duke Academy Charter School

Boys & Girls Harbor, located at 1 East 104th Street in Harlem is helping prepare an application for a new charter school, which will be submitted to the SUNY Board of Trustees in April. The proposedTony Duke Academy Charter School, named in honor of Harbor founder Anthony “Tony” Drexel Duke, is scheduled to open in 2014. It will feature an infusion of the performing arts, an individual learning plan for every student, and a close collaboration with Boys & Girls Harbor. In order to make this school a reality, we need your input and support! There will be several ways for you to get involved in the school planning process, including:

• Focus Groups – These will be small sessions to gather your input on the proposal. The first focus group will take place Monday, February 25 (5:30 p.m.) at the Harbor. If you are interested in participating, please e-mail charterinfo@theharbor.org or call Danielle at 212.427.1521.
• Information Sessions – The first session will be held at the Harbor on Thursday, March 7 at 6:00 p.m.
• Written Comments – Comment boxes and petitions in support of the school will be available at Harbor program offices and in the 104^th Street lobby of the Heckscher building.
• We welcome feedback in English or Spanish. Send to charterinfo@theharbor.org.

If you live in this East Harlem community, or are otherwise interested in this school, here is your opportunity to get in from the ground up.  Take advantage!

Earn While You Learn with Year Up

Do you want to earn while you learn? Earn a stipend of up to $260.00 weekly.  Learn in-demand technical, financial, and professional skills for 5 months.  Year up New York is a one year, intensive training program that provides low-income young adults ages 18-24 with a combination of hands on skill development. To find out if you qualify and to apply visit www.yearup.org.

2013 Paid Internship in Brooklyn

East New York Farms is now accepting applications for the 2013 Youth paid Internship. If you are 13-15 years old, live or go to school in East New York, and are interested in working outside and helping your community, please apply at www.eastnewyorkfarms.org or call David at 718-649-7979 ext. 12 for more information.

One-Day Training

On March 25, 2013, Youth Power Systems Advocacy will be having a fun engaging and interactive one-day training for youth between the ages of 14-28 who have interacted with a child serving system such as mental health, foster care, juvenile justice, and/or have a disability. RSVP today and find out your full potential. For more information contact NYC Regional Youth Partner at pgordon@youthpowerny.org or call 347-880-2735.

New York Mets - Part Time Seasonal Openings!

ARAMARK at Citi Field and The New York Mets are seeking qualified candidates to fill part-time seasonal openings. Fast food restaurant experience is a plus and they are looking for candidates with strong, positive guest services backgrounds. If you are 18 years or older visit www.mets.com/citifieldjobs for more information.

Preparing for the GED

If you are a young adult (between the ages of 17 - 24) and took the GED and passed some but not all parts of the test, you have until December 31, 2013 to re-take the parts of the test that you failed. In January 2014, the test will change and passing scores on the previous test will no longer count. The 2013 GED Campaign to Finish has classes to help you pass the tests you failed. Call 718-557-2525 for locations and for answers to any questions you have.

School Safety Agents

School Safety Agents provide security and ensure the safety of students, faculty and visitors in the New York City Public School buildings and surrounding premises by patrolling and operating scanning equipment, verifying identity and escorting visitors and by challenging unauthorized personnel and removing them from the premises. Qualifications:

1.  High school diploma or its educational equivalent.

2.  Candidates must meet certain physical and medical requirements prior to appointment, including drug/alcohol screening and psychological assessment.
3.  Candidates must be eligible to obtain Special Patrolman status upon appointment and become certified as a Special Patrolman within 3 months of appointment. The certification must be maintained for the duration of employment in this title.
4.  Candidates must be 21 years of age at time of appointment.
5.  Candidates must be a U.S. citizen and resident of New York City.
6.  Salary Information: New Hire - $31,259 per year, After 1 year- $32,112 per year, After 2 years - $35,323 per year.

Advancement opportunities exist both within the School Safety Agent title series and through promotion to Police Officer, if you meet the educational requirements.

There is Computerized Testing scheduled for January 2, 2013 - February 28, 2013. Please visit the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services' website at: www.nyc.gov/dcas for further information regarding Computerized Testing/Filing.

Traffic Enforcement Agents

Traffic Enforcement Agents perform work of varying degrees of difficulty in traffic enforcement areas.  When required, an agent issues summonses to illegally parked vehicles, directs traffic at an intersection, testifies at administrative hearing offices and court, prepares required reports, and may operate a motor vehicle.  Traffic Enforcement Agents at assignment level III are required to operate a tow truck.  At all assignment levels, personnel may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications:

1.  High School diploma or its educational equivalent.
2.  Candidates must successfully complete a psychological, medical and drug screening, and a background investigation.
3.  Candidates must possess a Driver's License valid in the State of New York.  Candidates for assignment level III must possess a towing endorsement in addition to their regular license.
4.  Candidates must be NYC residents within 90 days of appointment.

Salaries:

Level I   $29,217 ($33,600 after 2 years)
Level II   $36,210
Level III  $39,911
Level IV   $40,576

Base salaries are increased by overtime, night shift differential, uniform allowance, and holiday pay.  Benefits include paid sick and annual leave, medical, dental and optical insurance, pension, and deferred compensation, 401K and IRA options.

Advancement opportunities exist both within the Traffic Enforcement Agent title series and through promotion to Police Officer, if you meet the educational and citizenship requirements.

There is Computerized Testing scheduled for January 2, 2013- February 28, 2013.   Please visit the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services' website at: www.nyc.gov/dcas for further information regarding Computerized Testing/Filing.