National Guard Child & Youth Program Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays and leave

On-site fitness facilities

Free parking

Job summary

The Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) seeks a Program Coordinator to lead the National Guard Child and Youth Program (CYP) across Colorado. This on-site role at Joint Force Headquarters in Centennial requires travel within and outside the state and coordination of volunteers, youth activities, and compliance with DoD and NGB rules.

Responsibilities include budget tracking, contract review, data analytics for audits, event logistics, and delivering evidence-based

Qualifications

• Six years of professional experience in Youth Development, Recreation Administration, Education, Social Work, Human Development, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Combination of education in Youth or Human Development, Recreation Administration, Education, Social Work, or Public Administration may qualify.
• Official college transcripts must be submitted with the application.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the National Guard Child and Youth Program (CYP) for Colorado.
• Track spend plans, purchase requests, and manage event funds.
• Audit participant files and background check logs.
• Review MOUs or contracts with venues, buses, lodging, and partners.
• Track participation metrics and generate quarterly state reports.
• Design timelines, logistics, catering, and risk plans for youth camps and events.
• Deliver age-appropriate curricula (STEM, resilience, leadership, healthy living).
• Supervise adult chaperones and youth leaders during events.
• Perform pre-event venue inspections and establish emergency protocols.
• Enforce DoD/NGB regulations and state child safety policies.
• Write/update SOPs for registration, medication administration, incident reporting, and vetting.

Skills

Youth development

Recreation administration

Education

Social work

Public administration

Education

Educational background in youth or human development

Job description

The Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) seeks a Program Coordinator to lead the National Guard Child and Youth Program (CYP) across Colorado. This on-site role at Joint Force Headquarters in Centennial requires travel within and outside the state and coordination of volunteers, youth activities, and compliance with DoD and NGB rules.

Responsibilities include budget tracking, contract review, data analytics for audits, event logistics, and delivering evidence-based