Park Partnerships & Program Development Lead

City of Austin; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Austin’s APR seeks a Program Development Coordinator to manage and evaluate partnerships, programs, and agreements within the Austin PARKners initiative. You will help strengthen collaborations with nonprofits, community groups, and local businesses to expand parks programming and preserve natural areas.

Under direction, you will develop and manage programs aligned to strategy, supervise program staff as needed, monitor budgets, prepare regular reports, and coordinate sponsorships and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus two years of relevant experience.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four years.
• Experience facilitating discussions between external partners and internal city staff.
• Experience monitoring agreements/contracts for a public agency.
• Experience in nonprofit governance practices and coordinating stewardship activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and events.
• Lead initiatives related to community needs and outreach.
• Monitor program budgets and ensure alignment with the organization’s priorities.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to plan program themes and partnerships.
• Provide regular program reports and support sponsorships, grants, and contributions.

Skills

Grant administration

Data analysis

Written communication

Public outreach

Budget awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Grant management software

Job description

City of Austin’s APR seeks a Program Development Coordinator to manage and evaluate partnerships, programs, and agreements within the Austin PARKners initiative. You will help strengthen collaborations with nonprofits, community groups, and local businesses to expand parks programming and preserve natural areas.

Under direction, you will develop and manage programs aligned to strategy, supervise program staff as needed, monitor budgets, prepare regular reports, and coordinate sponsorships and