Lead Youth Programs Coordinator (Statewide)

South Carolina DDSN; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Army National Guard seeks a Lead Coordinator for its Child and Youth Program to serve as primary advisor to the J9-Program Manager and State Family Program Director.

You will develop statewide youth curriculum, plan annual events, recruit and manage volunteers, and coordinate with partners such as 4-H and Boys & Girls Clubs. Travel for camps, trainings, and deployments may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in youth programming and military family program experience.
• Understanding of military lifestyles and families.
• Must be able to obtain CNACI background check and FBI/State repository checks.
• Must have a state driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong interpersonal and English communication skills (oral/written).
• Willingness to participate in indoor/outdoor youth programs and field trips.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordinator for SC Army National Guard Child and Youth Program statewide.
• Advise the J9-Program Manager and State Family Program Director.
• Develop statewide youth curriculum and annual events (camps, symposiums, retreats).
• Recruit, train, and manage a state-level adult volunteer team for youth events.
• Coordinate with YRRP for youth support during deployments.

Skills

Youth programming

Military family programs

Event planning

Budget management

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience

Job description

South Carolina Army National Guard seeks a Lead Coordinator for its Child and Youth Program to serve as primary advisor to the J9-Program Manager and State Family Program Director.

You will develop statewide youth curriculum, plan annual events, recruit and manage volunteers, and coordinate with partners such as 4-H and Boys & Girls Clubs. Travel for camps, trainings, and deployments may be required.