National Guard Child & Youth Program Coordinator

State of Colorado; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Annual leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability plans

Flexible spending accounts

Public retirement options

On-site fitness facilities

Free parking

Training opportunities

Job summary

Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) seeks a Program Coordinator to oversee the National Guard Child and Youth Program (CYP) at Joint Force Headquarters in Centennial, CO. The role requires coordinating youth activities, timelines, budgets, and safety protocols for state and out-of-state events.

Responsibilities include data analysis, MOUs, training staff, and developing curricula. Residency in Colorado required; travel within and outside the state is expected.

Qualifications

• Six years of professional experience in a field related to Youth Development, Recreation Administration, Education, Social Work, Human Development, Public Administration, or related
• College transcripts required if education is used to qualify
• Special Qualifications: First Aid and CPR Certification

Responsibilities

• Track spend plans and process purchase requests for youth activities
• Audit participant files and background check logs for volunteers and staff
• Review MOUs or contracts with external venues and partners
• Track participation metrics and compile quarterly state reports
• Design timelines, run-of-show logistics, and risk mitigation for camps and events
• Select and deliver age-appropriate youth curricula (STEM, resilience, leadership)
• Supervise and direct adult chaperones and youth leaders during events
• Conduct pre-event venue inspections and establish emergency protocols

Skills

Six years professional experience inY​

Education

Education in Youth Development or related field

Job description

Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) seeks a Program Coordinator to oversee the National Guard Child and Youth Program (CYP) at Joint Force Headquarters in Centennial, CO. The role requires coordinating youth activities, timelines, budgets, and safety protocols for state and out-of-state events.

Responsibilities include data analysis, MOUs, training staff, and developing curricula. Residency in Colorado required; travel within and outside the state is expected.