Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley and Pocono: Program Coordinator, Pocono Region

Gotrsanantonio; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley & Pocono is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to strengthen and expand Girls on the Run programming in Monroe and Pike Counties. The role focuses on building relationships, community engagement, and expanding access to confidence-building programming for girls.

Working closely with the Program Team and Executive Director, theCoordinator will establish a strong local presence in the Pocono region and support sustainable program growth, including site

Qualifications

• Experience in program coordination or youth programs preferred.
• Excellent community outreach and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage volunteer programs and events.

Responsibilities

• Recruit new sites, reconnect with former sites, build relationships with schools and community organizations.
• Recruit and retain volunteer coaches, support coach training and seasonal needs.
• Attend community events to raise awareness and identify funding opportunities for the program.
• Support Monroe County 5K organization and coordinate volunteers.

Job description

Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley and Pocono: Program Coordinator, Pocono Region

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Department: *Programming

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley and Pocono

Reporting To: Jessica Younker, Program Director

Compensation: $21.00 / hour

Description

Organizational Summary: Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley & Pocono (GOTRLVP) is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to strengthen and expand Girls on the Run programming in Monroe and Pike Counties. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, connecting with the community, and helping more girls access programming that builds confidence, connection, and healthy life skills.

Position Summary: Working closely with the Program Team and Executive Director, the Coordinator will build a strong local presence for Girls on the Run and support sustainable program growth throughout the Pocono region.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Growth & Site Development: Recruit new sites, reconnect with former sites, build relationships with schools and community organizations, recruit participants, and work toward regional growth goals.


• Coach Recruitment & Support: Recruit and retain volunteer coaches, support coach training and seasonal needs, and help build a strong local volunteer pipeline.


• Community Outreach & Regional Presence: Attend community events, increase awareness of Girls on the Run as a youth-development program, build local partnerships, and identify potential funding and sponsorship prospects for introduction to the Executive Director.


• 5K & Program Operations: Play a key role in restoring and implementing the Monroe County 5K and assist with volunteers, Running Buddies, materials, registration, site needs, and other seasonal program responsibilities.

Employment Details

Part-time, non-exempt position averaging 20 hours per week at $21/hour. Some evening and weekend availability is required for coach, volunteer, community, fundraising, and 5K events. The position is primarily remote with some in-person responsibilities at the GOTRLVP Allentown office and throughout the Pocono region. Candidates should reside in or near Monroe or Pike County.

Benefits/Other

Observed Holidays/Office Closures: Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, December 24th-January 2nd.

Paid Time Off: Not eligible.

Healthcare Benefits: Not eligible.

Additional Benefits: To be discussed at time of hire.