Education Programs & Outreach Coordinator

Louisville Metro Government; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking to plan and organize educational programs and conduct special events. The role develops partnerships with volunteers, professionals, advocacy groups and other governmental agencies to formulate strategies and implement programs and services.

This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related discipline.
• Minimum of two years in teaching, training, or community relations.
• Experience coordinating volunteers or programs is preferred.
• Ability to develop marketing and educational materials.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate educational programs for school groups, scout troops, and other community groups.
• Plan and conduct special events.
• Coordinate logistics with volunteers, professionals, advocacy groups and other governmental agencies to implement programs, projects and events.
• Recruit, select, train, schedule and coordinate volunteers for departmental activities, educational programs, projects and special events.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitor expenditures.
• Recommends changes or upgrades to programs, materials, operations and facility design to maximize educational utilization.
• Researches and develops marketing, public education and awareness materials including literature, audio visual and exhibits.
• Attends meetings, provides information and answers questions regarding programs and events.
• Prepares and submits reports related to programs and projects.

Skills

Teaching

Training

Volunteer coordination

Community relations

Event planning

Budget monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science, Communications, Education or related discipline

Job description

Louisville Metro Government is seeking to plan and organize educational programs and conduct special events. The role develops partnerships with volunteers, professionals, advocacy groups and other governmental agencies to formulate strategies and implement programs and services.

This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.