Program Coordinator III

Department of Administration; North Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 annual paid holidays

Health Insurance and Supplemental Ben.

NC State Retirement Plan

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Administration seeks a Program Coordinator III, Youth Programming Coordinator, to plan and manage statewide youth programs including the State Government Internship Program and Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program. The role supports host agencies, recruits participants, and oversees budgets and employment processes in collaboration with Human Resources and Fiscal.

Travel statewide, periodical evening/weekend work, and supervision of summer interns are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of youth development, experiential learning, and program planning and evaluation.
• Ability to independently manage statewide programs, application processes, and deadlines.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with partner-building ability.
• Ability to supervise interns, maintain records, and protect sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and online collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the State Government Internship Program and related youth programs from recruitment to closeout.
• Coordinate State Youth Council programming, youth conferences, and mini-grant activities.
• Build partnerships with government agencies and educational institutions; prepare materials for councils.
• Coordinate hiring, payroll questions, and budget tracking with multiple departments.
• Supervise summer interns, maintain calendars, evaluate outcomes, and report to leadership.
• Perform other duties to support youth programs and Division initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Partnership building

Guidance to participants

Microsoft Office

Online forms

Shared document systems

Virtual meeting platforms

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Two years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online forms

Shared document systems

Virtual meeting platforms

Job description

Agency Dept of Administration Division Council for Women Job Classification Title Program Coordinator III (NS) Position Number 60014502 Grade NC12

About Us

The NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction, purchasing and contracting for goods and services, maintaining facilities, managing state vehicles, acquiring and disposing of real property, and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally, the department manages many of the state's advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the state's population that have been traditionally underserved.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Department of Administration (DOA) is seeking a Program Coordinator III, working title Youth Programming Coordinator, within the Division for Women & Youth. This position plans, implements, and manages the North Carolina State Government Internship Program, Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program, and State Youth Council programming, including youth conferences and the Mini-Grant Program. The coordinator manages annual program operations, develops partnerships with government agencies and educational institutions, and supports youth participants and host agencies. The position also coordinates recruitment, participant placement, learning activities, program budgets, and employment processes in collaboration with Temporary Solutions, Human Resources, and Fiscal. This position reports directly to the Executive Director and supervises interns during the summer. It has no permanent staff direct reports. Statewide travel and occasional evening or weekend work are required for recruitment, conferences, and program activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the State Government Internship Program and Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program, including project development, recruitment, selection and placement coordination, orientation, participant support, learning activities, and closeout.
• Coordinate State Youth Council programming, youth conferences, leadership and service activities, and the Mini-Grant Program; provide guidance and technical assistance to local youth councils and adult advisors.
• Build partnerships with government agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations; coordinate outreach and communications and prepare program materials for Internship Council and Youth Advisory Council consideration.
• Coordinate hiring, timekeeping, payroll questions, assignment changes, and separations with Temporary Solutions, Human Resources, Fiscal, and host agencies; track program budgets, agency funding commitments, invoices, and expenditures.
• Supervise summer interns and maintain program calendars, procedures, and records; evaluate program outcomes, recommend improvements, and keep Division leadership informed of emerging issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of youth programs and Division initiatives.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

MAX SALARY FOR THIS POSITION: $63,033 Recruitment Range: $47,703 - $63,033 NOTE: "See Resume" is not acceptable to show work history. Knowledge of youth development, experiential learning, and program planning and evaluation. Ability to independently manage statewide programs, application processes, and competing deadlines. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build partnerships and provide guidance to participants and advisors. Ability to coordinate youth conferences, educational activities, recruitment, and mini-grant administration. Ability to track program budgets, reconcile financial records, and coordinate employment processes with Temporary Solutions, Human Resources, and Fiscal. Ability to supervise interns, exercise sound judgment, maintain accurate records, and protect sensitive information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, online forms, shared document systems, and virtual meeting platforms. Ability to learn unfamiliar systems, seek guidance, adapt to changing needs, and recommend process improvements. Demonstrated professional integrity and accountability through clear and timely communication about progress and challenges and consistent follow-through on commitments. MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES: Experience independently managing a program through its full annual cycle. Experience improving administrative processes or implementing new program procedures. Experience coordinating work across government agencies, educational institutions, or multiple administrative offices.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Employment Incentives with NC State Government

• 12 annual paid holidays
• Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.
• NC State Retirement Plan.

Contact Information

NC Department of Administration Human Resources Management Office Attn: Human Resources Specialist 325 N Salisbury Street Raleigh, NC 27699-1322 Phone: [phone]

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.