Program Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus three (3) years of experience in a field related to the job.
• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Notes to Applicants
Job Preview:

The Youth Initiative Office coordinates a number of programs designed to provide Austin's Youth with career development opportunities. One of the major aims of the office is to assure that youth programming is inclusive of all 7 ISDs City of Austin residents attend, as well as being inclusive of those students that attend charter, private/parochial schools. Texas School for the Deaf, Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and students who are homeschooled.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:
The City of Austin employment application is an official document. Please be sure that your application is a refection of your entire work history.

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position, include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates,
• A resume is résumé is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.
• A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in consider detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
• And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

TRAVEL

• If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of AustinDriver Safety Program,you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an advisory role working with youth
• Previous experience traveling with youth in a leadership role
• Experience managing budgets
• Ability to travel to more than one work location

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Develop and implement a variety of programs, projects and activities.

Coordinate with existing organizations to address community economic or social service needs.

Conduct needs assessments and meets with community residents, leaders and community groups to identify needs and available resources.

Collaborate with other organizations to plan and develop programs and activities or improve coordination of existing services.

Research funding sources, develop short and long range plans, and compile informational reports.

Serve as City representative before community groups, businesses and/or the media.

Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers.

Assists in the development and monitoring of project and/or program budgets

Assists in the development of short/long range plans

Assists in the development and implementation of operating policies and Procedures

Ensures compliance with city and other regulatory agency requirements and policies

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.


Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.

Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedures.

Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.

Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

Skill in using computers and related software applications.

Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

Skill in conducting presentations on behalf of a public entity.

Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.

Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

Ability to train others.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.