Education Coordinator

Education Coordinator

Job Title:Education Coordinator

Department: Community Impact Exempt: Yes

Reports to: Community Impact Director

PURPOSE:

The Education Coordinator supports the mission of United Way by leading the development, implementation and measuring outcomes of UWCL’s education initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Education Coordinator is responsible for supporting strategic, year-round engagement of early education and youth initiatives.

■ Lead and manage year-round youth programs

■ Work with daycare, school systems, businesses, and government to meet the needs of our youth

■ Lead tracking and data analysis for youth programs

■ Support Early Childhood initiatives

■ Support volunteer engagement within youth initiatives

■ Attend community meetings to support UWCL work

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS [EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree preferred, youth program management experience preferred

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS [SKILLS & ABILITIES]:

• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, interpersonal, public speaking and presentation skills required.
• Project management skills – proven ability to schedule, plan, track and complete complex projects on time.
• Cultural competency: must possess the ability to work with a diverse group of internal and external individuals, agencies, causes and businesses.
• High-energy individual who takes initiative, has a positive outlook, a sense of humor, and the ability to thrive in a changing environment.
• Proven ability to collaborate and be successful working with cross-functional teams.
• Must be organized, detail oriented, able to multitask, persistent in follow up, able to meet tight deadlines and interact with all levels of personnel.
• Commitment to excellence and the mission of United Way and providing a world class experience.
• Proficiency with technology and MS Office including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Possession of a valid Louisiana driver’s license and daily access to a dependable motor vehicle due to extensive amount of driving required (mileage is reimbursed)

SALARY RANGE:

$35,000-39,000 annually

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Standard office environment. Position is primarily an office setting, requiring long periods of sitting at a desk and computer. The position requires the ability to lift 20 pounds unassisted, 40 pounds with assistance.

United Way of Central Louisiana is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We welcome applicants with disabilities and applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Alexandria, LA 71301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person