Senior Center Coordinator (Grant/FT/Benefits)

Harfordpublicsafety; Bel Air, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

State Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Harford County Government in Bel Air, MD, seeks a Senior Center Coordinator to oversee a multipurpose senior activity center. You will plan, implement, and coordinate health, educational, recreational, and nutrition programs for older adults, reporting to the Senior Center Division Manager.

The role requires an AA degree plus one year in human services, or a high school diploma with two years of relevant experience, and a valid Class C license.

Qualifications

• AA degree in gerontology, psychology, recreation, or related field and 1 year in human services.
• High school diploma and 2 years in human services or public-facing customer service.
• Valid Class C driver’s license with no more than 3 points.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of a senior activity center and coordinate activities.
• Publicize classes/events and assist with registration.
• Supervise front desk, kitchen, and volunteers; manage records and reports.
• Liaise with committees and other senior centers; provide coverage as needed.

Skills

Aging knowledge

Program coordination

Supervising staff/volunteers

Public speaking/communication

Microsoft Office

Education

AA degree in gerontology/psychology/recreation

High school diploma + 2 years experience

Job description

## Senior Center Coordinator (Grant/FT/Benefits)Apply: Bel Air, MD: Full time: Posted 4 Days Ago: End Date: October 1, 2026 (10 days left to apply): JR000419Job Description Summary:This is responsible work involving program direction, coordination, and implementation at a multipurpose senior activity center for mature adults. The person in this position reports directly to the Senior Center Division Manager of the senior activity center location where assigned.Job Description:**BUDGETED SALARY: $19.50/HOUR****WORK LOCATION: Senior Centers – Rotation; 4 locations****WORK HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm****NATURE OF WORK**:This is responsible work involving program direction, coordination, and implementation at a multipurpose senior activity center for mature adults. The person in this position reports directly to the Senior Center Division Manager of the senior activity center location where assigned.**EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:*** Position is responsible for supporting the daily operations of a senior activity center, which could include planning, implementing, overseeing, and coordinating health, educational, recreational, and nutrition activities* Participating in meal service, publicizing center classes and special events and assisting participants with registering for classes and events* Providing information about programs and services to seniors and the public* Responds to walk-in and telephone inquiries about services and makes a referral to other Office on Aging programs as necessary* Maintains records and performs data collection and entry needed to prepare required nutrition and health reports (state and federal government)* Supervises staff assigned to the center to provide administrative functions and services* Recruits, motivates, and gives direction to senior center front desk, kitchen, and other volunteers* Required to perform duties associated with the center’s Congregate meal service program, including set-up, serving, and clean-up of noon meal* May act as a liaison between senior activity center committees, councils, and other community senior organizations* Required to attend meetings, training, community outreach, and provide coverage as needed at other senior activity centers* Identifies maintenance/facility problems and contacts appropriate County staff for assistance* May be asked to provide administrative assistance at the main office as needed* Other duties as assigned**MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:****Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Basic knowledge of physical and psychological changes associated with aging and the needs and capacities of older adults* Knowledge of senior activity and social interests, and an ability to plan, organize and direct a diversified program of recreational, wellness, education, and socialization activities for older adults* Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others;* Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with the public, seniors, and staff, including at public gatherings* Ability to coordinate, train, and supervise paid staff and volunteers* Ability to organize schedules of programs* Ability to maintain records and prepare reports* Basic computer skills are preferred, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs and agency-specific computer programs* Ability to learn, interpret, and apply County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures* Ability to be primarily active or physical in nature with intermittent periods of sitting, walking, and standing* Ability to set up a room (stacking chairs, moving tables), and lifting/carrying equipment or supplies associated with kitchen and nutrition program tasks* Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds***Education and Experience**:**An AA degree (two years of college) in gerontology, psychology, recreation, or other human service-related field **and****One (1) year of experience in human services***OR***High school diploma or GED certificate **and****Two (2) years of experience (paid or volunteer) in human services or in public -facing customer service***License:** Possession of a valid Class C non-commercial driver’s license with no more than three (3) points.**SAFETY**: Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position. **COMPENSATION: Other compensation may include but is not limited to:*** Overtime* Compensatory time* Shift Differentials**BENEFITS:**Harford County offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:* Health, Dental & Vision insurance* Flexible Spending Accounts* State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation* Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children* Generous Leave Package & Paid Holidays* Tuition Reimbursement***Harford County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.***