Program Coordinator - Excelerator

TO APPLY

Please submit the following materials to :

• Your resume with references included.
• Your cover letter.
• Optional letter of recommendation.
• One to two work samples relevant to the position (email communication samples, work plan documents, standard operating procedures, etc.).

ABOUT EXCELERATORS

Connected Lane County Excelerators are accelerated workforce development programs that prepare young people for work through education, training, and applying professional and technical skills in a specific industry. Each year, the organization coordinates four Excelerators (Health, Manufacturing Tech, Culinary, and Technology) for historically underserved and/or underrepresented youth. Excelerators are paid learning experiences that prepare young people, ages 18-24, for work through education, training, and application of professional and technical skills in a specific industry. The model combines 120 hours of paid classroom education with a 150-hour paid internship, including mentorship for youth to expand their training with certified programs and/or directly enter the workforce.

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Excelerator Coordinator plans, implements, tracks, and oversees all four Excelerators for Connected Lane County. This person spearheads outreach efforts, including industry partnership development and communication as well as coordinating youth outreach efforts, program planning, data tracking, and grant report writing. The coordinator identifies areas of improvement and implements effective solutions to help the program scale.

Most importantly, the Excelerator Coordinator must work closely with program team members, the Industry Outreach Coordinator and the Marketing & Development teams to ensure a smooth and successful execution of each program. We are looking for someone with a strong growth mindset who is enthusiastic about our mission and passionate about helping youth succeed. The ideal candidate is eager to take on challenges and implement change to ensure success, works well in a cross-functional team, and brings a creative approach to solving problems.

DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate the execution of all four Excelerators while working to establish strong relationships with the youth in each cohort so as to fully support them throughout their experience.
• Oversee the coordination of curriculum and classroom training lessons, at times leading the cohort in their learning.
• Oversee the coordination of program logistics that impact the programs' day-to-day success (understanding and ordering program supplies, arranging catering, coordinating transportation support for youth, and working with off-site training providers when necessary).
• Collaborate with the Industry Outreach Coordinator to secure internship hosts for all Excelerator youth and organize tours of sites.
• Identify and develop resources, including community partnerships to assist in programming.
• Track program details and monitor program expenditures.
• Assist in the development of grant proposals and reports to support program initiatives.
• Collaborate with program leads and coordinators to recruit youth and execute each Excelerator.
• Work with the marketing team to develop program materials.
• Participate in state forums, meetings, conferences, and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, education, or other related fields is preferred.
• Two years of successful experience in project or program coordination is required.
• Experience applying concepts of Collective Impact preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to make presentations to and facilitate diverse groups, solicit input, and synthesize and summarize information and ideas.
• Knowledge of local businesses and community organizations is preferred.
• Well-developed communication skills (both oral and written) and courtesy are required to develop and maintain positive relationships with diverse populations of youth, partners, and stakeholders.
• Highly developed organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines are both required.
• Initiative and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to creatively problem-solve and try new approaches.
• Ability to work harmoniously with internal staff, grantors, and agency partners.
• Proficiency with Google Suite is required.
• A valid Oregon driver’s license or ability to obtain one by hire date is required.
• A First Aid/CPR card is preferred.
• Must be willing to undergo a background check.
• Spanish language skills are preferred.

WORKING AT CONNECTED LANE COUNTY

We are committed to creating a work environment and culture where our team members grow and thrive. Our team works hard every day to directly impact the lives of youth in Lane County. While much of our work is conducted from computer displays that require repetitive motions, employees may frequently be required to support program events and activities that include bending, reaching, standing, interacting with youth and volunteers, lifting/moving heavy objects, driving to-and-from events, and more.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

Connected Lane County is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity. Data shows diverse teams are innovative, make better decisions, and are better able to engage employees. We are committed to hiring people who bring new perspectives and experiences to our team. Connected Lane County does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

EVALUATION (Performance Measures)

The performance will be evaluated following the provisions of the organization’s policies.

ABOUT CONNECTED LANE COUNTY

Are you excited by the opportunity to work on a passionate and dynamic team? Connected Lane County is a mission-driven organization striving to improve outcomes for underserved youth in Lane County. Our core programs include Elevate, which creates career-connected learning opportunities for youth; Navigate, which offers support services to youth facing significant barriers to success; and Spark, which brings community, education, & industry together through innovation, education, and hands-on learning.

We have maintained steady growth and we're looking for passionate and motivated individuals to join our team. Our team values creative thinking, problem solving, relationship building, and adaptability. Would you like to join us? Learn more about Connected Lane County at.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• project or program coordinator: 2 years (Required)
• Collective Impact concepts: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Eugene, OR 97401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person