Program Coordinator Jobs in Wheat Ridge, CO (NOW HIRING)

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

JoinJefferson County Extension, a vibrant part of ColoradoState University Extension,wherewe bringresearch-based education and resources to life, empoweringindividualsand communities to thrive. As the CSU Extension Program Coordinator,you'llplay a pivotal role in positive youth development viaENOR environmental discovery campfor 4th-8thgraders,and youth/family environmental programming throughout the year. TheCoordinatorwill supervise the management and delivery of educationalprogramsincluding ENOR, a year-round and part-time camp assistant, a seasonal team of 13 educators and about 4-10teen programvolunteers. This position offers a balance of collaborative teamwork and independent work, with flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance; evening and weekend hours will be necessary at times. The role also offers the opportunity to spend some time outdoorsandhikingtoensuretrail safety and connection to thecurriculum, orvisiting the camp/staff outinthe field. Ifyou'repassionate about getting youth, and potentially their families too, outdoors through educational opportunities, we invite you to bring your talents to this dynamic team!

SCHEDULE:

The typical schedule for this position is a 4-day Tuesday-Friday schedule(10 hour days)or 5-day schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with evening and weekend hours as needed; typical schedule may be discussed with supervisor to meet the needs of the position and the professional. Work can be performed in a hybrid format, remote and in-person, with a requirement of at least three in-office days per week at the Jefferson County Extension Office,locatedon the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. The CSUE Jeffco office is closed on Mondays which offers employees the choice 5-day workweeks with remote work on Monday, or 4-day workweeks. Due to the front-facing nature of this position, the successful candidate shouldanticipatespending a majority of their work week in-person, whether in the office or in the community, especially during busy summer camp monthsand the weeks leading up to it

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range:$28-$31USDper hour

Compensation will bedeterminedbased on education,experienceand skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, includinga starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, clickherefor our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Recruit, assign, train, direct and supervise activities of temporary workers and/or volunteers. Assign special projects and job duties. Visit personnel working off site in parks and open space. Evaluate and mentor staff to ensure safe and quality program delivery.

• Use evaluation data from campers and camper families, as well as information from external resources toidentifyissues, needs for improvement, and ensure that the curriculum is up to date,retainsalignment with Jefferson County Public Schools curriculum and safe practices aremaintained.

• Monitor compliance with day care licensing requirements and ensure that inconsistencies are addressed.

• Monitor and track program related expenses to ensure they are within theallocatedbudget.

• Order andmaintainequipment and supplies.

• Coordinate with other CSU Extension staff to build support for program delivery and build interdisciplinary education opportunities.

• Compile data and generate reports for evaluation, promotion and tomaintainefficiency.

• Develop program policies and procedures, curriculum and supporting materials and communication messages.

• Provide customer service to customers, staff,businessand partners ensuring all needs are addressed ina timelyand courteous manner.

• Ensure operations are running smoothly daily and issues are resolved or elevated tomanagementas necessary. Coordinates daily activities with internal and external stakeholders.

• Represent CSU Extension and 4-H internally and externally at community meetings,conferencesand organizational meetings.

• Recruit and engage partners and community members to build alliances and enhance program opportunities.

• Communicate with partners,providersand vendors.Writereports and promotional material; develop and offer presentations internally and externally.

• Seekand develop partnerships to improve the quality of program content, sitevisitsand support curriculum enhancements.

• Supervises staff and their training in area of responsibility.

• Administer and makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, appraisals, and taking corrective action.

• May berequiredto work some evenings and weekends.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:3years of youth education/child care

Education:Associates Degreein related field

License/Certifications:

ENOR summer environmental camp is registered as a designated school-agechild carecenter. The program coordinator must be at least 21 years of age and meet one of the Qualifications Pathways that include at least one of the following pathways 1) a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree with a major in a relevant field (see link for majors list); 2) completion of a course of training approved by the Department that include course content listed; 3) or an Associate's degree or 60 credit hours and 3 months (456 hours) of experience in child care of 4 or more children over 4 years old (not related to the individual); 4) or persons with no degree must have21 months (3185 hours) of experience in child care of 4 or more children over 4 years old (not related to the individual) and completion of 6 hours from a college or university -or- completion of 40 clock hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children within the first 9 months in the position; or a current early childhood professional credential level II orhigher.Reviewthe ColoradoSchool-Age Childcare Centerrequirementshere.

*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred knowledge,skillsand abilities:

• Bachelorsdegreein related field(See listhere)

• 2 yearsprofessionalsupervision experience

• Ability to leada team of diverse seasonal and year-round staff

• Experience and passion for youth development and outdoor education

• Skills in curriculum development

• Flexible and adaptable mindset;positive outcomes andteam driven

• Experience with customer service,emergency managementforprogramming,conflict resolution, and prioritizingworkload/needs

• Detail oriented and proactive to ensuresafety,accuracy in documentation/data-informed decisions,and meetinglicensurerequirements

Additional Job Information:

• A valid Colorado driver's license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contactcareertalent@jeffco.us. Thiscontact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

APPLICATION:

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Questions?Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 orCareerTalent@Jeffco.us