Youth Programs Coordinator & Data Specialist

City of Durham; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Durham Advance program is seeking a detail-oriented coordinator to ensure data integrity, attendance verification, and stipend eligibility for hundreds of youth participants. This on-site role emphasizes accurate record-keeping and proactive participant support.

You will manage databases, coordinate orientations and events, and assist with onboarding and payments, working closely with the Program Manager to meet deadlines during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent required.
• NC Class C Driver's License required.
• Strong organizational and data-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as day-to-day support for hundreds of youth participants, handling inquiries on participation, attendance, stipends, and program requirements.
• Maintain and manage large participant tracking databases and spreadsheets for attendance, eligibility, modules, and payment status.
• Verify completion of required workforce readiness modules, certifications, and milestones tied to stipend eligibility.
• Cross-check attendance records and documentation before stipend processing to reduce errors and delays.
• Support stipend and payment coordination, including internal tracking and reconciliation.
• Assist with in-person and virtual events, orientations, workshops, site placements, and program close-out activities.
• Coordinate with the Program Manager to meet deadlines during high-volume periods.
• Provide hands-on youth support, troubleshooting onboarding issues and required forms.

Skills

Data integrity

Attendance tracking

Stipend eligibility

Event coordination

Youth engagement

Communication

Database management

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

The City of Durham Advance program is seeking a detail-oriented coordinator to ensure data integrity, attendance verification, and stipend eligibility for hundreds of youth participants. This on-site role emphasizes accurate record-keeping and proactive participant support.

You will manage databases, coordinate orientations and events, and assist with onboarding and payments, working closely with the Program Manager to meet deadlines during peak periods.