Youth Programs Lead, Arts & Education

Newark-Board-of-Educatio; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newark Board of Education invites qualified applicants for the Youth Opportunity Coordinator position within the Office of Visual & Performing Arts. The role focuses on developing, coordinating, and evaluating programs in employment, education, and recreation for Newark youths.

Under Civil Service guidelines, the appointment may be provisional with examination later; successful candidates may become permanent employees based on examination results.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of professional experience in planning and directing youth activity programs.
• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of professional experience.
• Professional experience must be creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires depth of knowledge.

Responsibilities

• In conjunction with other staff members, determines needs and interests of the youth of the jurisdiction in the areas of employment, education, and recreation.
• Participates with staff members and other public and private agencies in cooperative planning and implementing programs to meet these needs.
• Investigates sources of funds and resources which may be used.
• Prepares proposals and develops youth programs to service the needs of the youth.
• Negotiates with government agencies for funds to implement programs.

Skills

Youth program planning

Community partnerships

Program budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Newark Board of Education invites qualified applicants for the Youth Opportunity Coordinator position within the Office of Visual & Performing Arts. The role focuses on developing, coordinating, and evaluating programs in employment, education, and recreation for Newark youths.

Under Civil Service guidelines, the appointment may be provisional with examination later; successful candidates may become permanent employees based on examination results.