Site Coordinator

DCS Corporation; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCTOS, a DCS company, seeks a Site Coordinator to lead the Next-Gen Discovery program at USAFA in Colorado Springs. You will run week-long STEM camps for middle schoolers and coordinate internships for high school and college students, reporting to WPAFB program managers and collaborating with schools, parents, and local communities.

The role requires strong communication, program management experience, and the ability to coordinate logistics, safety, and curriculum delivery on a busy military

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; STEM background or education experience is a plus.
• Minimum 1 year in project management, educational coordination, or similar leadership role.
• U.S. Citizen eligible for NACI/SF85 clearance for base access.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; comfortable presenting to leadership, schools, parents, and students.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic database/project mgmt tools (e.g., Smartsheet).
• Valid state driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Program Management & WPAFB coordination; liaison between installation and WPAFB program managers.
• Serve as primary local contact between USAFA and Next-Gen Discovery program managers at WPAFB.
• Ensure brand, values, and curriculum are implemented with high quality and professionalism.
• Manage local program data, track student metrics, and maintain inventory of laptops and kits.
• Coordinate Summer STEM Camps: secure locations, set schedules, and prepare materials.
• Recruit, onboard, and prepare local camp teachers with necessary curriculum.
• Coordinate base tours, museum visits, and recruit SMEs for demos.
• Attend camps daily to monitor safety and assist teachers as needed.
• Recruit and match HS/college students with Air Force mentors for internships.
• Coordinate onboarding, base access, and CAC security processing.
• Conduct welfare checks with interns and mentors throughout the summer.
• Organize professional development events and final student presentations.
• Develop community outreach and recruitment with local schools and organizations.
• Promote program through local media, base public affairs, and social channels.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project coordination

Public speaking

MS Office/Smartsheet

Education

Bachelor's degree

STEM background a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

Job description

ARCTOS a DCS company is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and community-minded Site Coordinator to lead and execute the Next-Gen Discovery program at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) in Colorado Springs, CO. In this role, you will be the local face of a premier Air Force STEM outreach initiative designed to inspire and prepare the next generation of scientific and technical talent.

You will manage all local aspects of the program, from running week-long summer STEM camps for middle schoolers to coordinating hands-on research internships for high school and college students. Reporting to the Next-Gen Discovery program management team at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), you will collaborate with military personnel, local schools, parents, and students to build a strong pipeline for the future Air Force workforce.

Essential Job Functions:

• Program Management & WPAFB Coordination
• Serve as the primary local point of contact and conduit between the installation and the Next-Gen Discovery Program Managers at WPAFB.
• Ensure the Next-Gen Discovery brand, core values, and curriculum are implemented with high quality and professionalism.
• Manage local program data, track student metrics, and maintain inventory of program laptops, kits, and technology.
• Summer STEM Camps (Craftsman Phase)
• Secure camp locations on/near the installation and set up camp schedules.
• Recruit, onboard, and prepare local camp teachers; ensure they have all necessary classroom materials and curriculum.
• Coordinate base tours, museum visits, and recruit local military/civilian Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for camp demonstrations.
• Attend camp each day to monitor safety, manage student behavior, and support teachers (including stepping in to lead activities if needed).
• Student Internships (Junior Apprentice & Apprentice Phases)
• Recruit and match high school and college students with Air Force mentors in their desired STEM fields.
• Coordinate student onboarding, base access, and Common Access Card (CAC) security processing with base security.
• Conduct regular "welfare checks" with interns and mentors throughout the summer to monitor performance and address any concerns.
• Organize professional development events and coordinate final student presentations.
• Community Outreach & Recruitment
• Build strong relationships with local school districts, teachers, and community organizations to promote the program.
• Manage the local student application and review process using the program's selection rubric.
• Promote the program through local media, base public affairs, and social media channels.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree required (STEM background or education experience is a major plus).
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in project management, educational coordination, or a similar leadership role.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to obtain a favorable government trustworthiness determination (NACI/SF85) for base and network access.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting to base leadership, school administrators, parents, and students.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic database/project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet).
• Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Must be comfortable working with students ages 11 and up.
• Ability to walk moderate distances (during base/site tours) and occasionally lift/move camp material boxes weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Work is primarily in an office or classroom setting, with occasional outdoor exposure during summer camp activities.