Part-time Program Coordinator – Path to Success, Kirtland Foundation
Responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of the Kirtland Foundation’s Path to Success program. The Kirtland Foundation seeks individuals who: value collegiality and mutual respect; use data in decision making; are innovative; are service-minded; are goal-oriented; strive to continually improve themselves and their work processes; are willing to collaborate and seek to add value in every interaction.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*
- Must be able to work with young people ages 12-18 (7th grade to 12th grade) and perform activities, both internally and externally, that help promote the Path to Success program.
- Oversee the Path to Success student selection process. Organize and manage the student nomination and selection process and the induction ceremony working with local area schools.
- Plan and supervise Path to Success monthly activities, trips, recruit and oversee chaperones.
- Prepare regular communication, including a newsletter, program website, and press releases.
- Develop and maintain a system for tracking student success and evaluating the program.
- Maintain confidential files to oversee and assist program participants.
- Coordinate services and maintain close ties with local schools and agencies as applicable.
- Assist with fundraising for the program through the Kirtland Foundation.
- Develop innovative and expanded program activities for Path to Success students in each phase of their schooling and participation in the program.
- Must meet reasonable expectations to ensure that all facets of the program are being met in a timely fashion.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION – Works under the general supervision of the Foundation Director.
ATTENDANCE – Individuals in this position are generally expected to work 25-30 hours per month, including one Saturday per month. Hours may vary based on the needs of the program as determined by the Kirtland Foundation.
WORKING CONDITIONS – Conditions are those of a typical office environment, requiring a professional image, demeanor, and reliability. There will be occasional travel to other locations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s degree required in an Arts and Science, Administration, or a related field.
- Valid State of Michigan driver’s license is required.
- Previous work experience in a middle school/high school/community college environment preferred.
- Strategic planning and program development experience preferred
- Excellent interpersonal skills, time management, project management skills and experience.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Effective presentation, public speaking, and facilitation skills.
- Analytical ability to identify and resolve a variety of issues or challenges in an effective and timely manner.
- Ability to positively impact and lead middle school, high school, and college students.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Willingness to learn new skills in a constantly changing environment
JOB DIMENSIONS – Attention to Detail, Dependability, Work Standards, Knowledge of Work, Sensitivity, Commitment to the College, Technical/Professional Self-development, Teamwork, Self Reliance, Informal and Formal Communication.
An equal opportunity employer
* This job description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person in this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.