Youth Opportunity Programs Lead

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newark Board of Education in Newark, New Jersey, seeks a Youth Opportunity Coordinator in the Office of Visual & Performing Arts to develop and coordinate programs in employment, education and recreation for the youth of the jurisdiction.

Under Civil Service rules, the position is provisional until examination results determine permanent status. Salary ranges from $71,752 to $85,266 for a 12-month period, with Local 32 affiliation and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of professional experience in youth programs.
• Professional experience demonstrates creative, analytical and evaluative capabilities.
• Ability to organize, develop and supervise youth-oriented programs.

Responsibilities

• Determine youth needs in employment, education and recreation.
• Plan and coordinate programs with multiple partners.
• Secure funding sources and develop youth programs.
• Host job fairs and coordinate volunteer resources.
• Prepare reports and supervise staff and volunteers.
• Engage with community groups and maintain resources partnerships.

Skills

Organizational skills

Community outreach

Public speaking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

3+ years of youth program experience

7 years youth program management

Job description

The Newark Board of Education in Newark, New Jersey, seeks a Youth Opportunity Coordinator in the Office of Visual & Performing Arts to develop and coordinate programs in employment, education and recreation for the youth of the jurisdiction.

Under Civil Service rules, the position is provisional until examination results determine permanent status. Salary ranges from $71,752 to $85,266 for a 12-month period, with Local 32 affiliation and full-time employment.