Program Coordinator - Youth Academics & Arts, Aquatics

Description:
The Coordinator of Community Education will coordinate learning & recreational activities for a variety of ages year-round in the Elk River Area School District, so that community needs for education and involvement are met. Program areas assigned will include planning for Youth Academics & Arts and Aquatics. Must apply on business website to be considered for interview (https://www.applitrack.com/elkrivermn/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Community+Education&subcategory=Program+Coordinator). Work schedule will be Sunday through Thursday, with some flexibility.

Job Summary:

• Coordinate overall planning and scheduling of classes and activities so that a well-balanced program with a variety of offerings is available throughout ISD 728.
• Develop new opportunities for targeted age groups so that unmet needs, resident requests, and new ideas can be addressed.
• Recruit, interview, provide leadership, train and supervise instructors, and other staff to provide high quality and organized programs.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other Community Education Coordinators and other program planning staff to ensure a balanced program is offered for all audiences.
• Plan and monitor budgets for classes and activities so that resources are maximized and programs meet their financial targets.
• Work with the Program Manager and other staff to coordinate the production of marketing materials and opportunities to ensure that activities are promoted to the community in a timely and effective manner.

Qualifications:

• Prefer Bachelors Degree in Community Education, Recreation or similar field.
• Prefer a minimum of 3 years event and/or program planning.
• Training or experience to address various learning styles of youth and adult learners.
• Proficient in the use of technology for managing information and marketing activities.
• Leadership skills and the ability to work in a team.
• Creativity and the ability to apply it in a variety of venues.
• Strong organizational skills.
• The ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks.
• Flexibility and availability to work a varied schedule as necessary to observe programs or participate in meetings or events. Hours will include occassional evenings and weekends.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $27.14 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• Hybrid work
• Office
• School

Application Question(s):

• Routine schedule will be Sundays (afternoon/evenings) and Monday-Thursday (regular business hours) with some flexibility. Are you able to work a Sunday-Thursday schedule routinely, and do you have flexibility and availability to work a varied scheduled based on program needs?

Ability to Relocate:

• Elk River, MN 55330: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Elk River, MN 55330