Program Specialist (School-Based Programs)

The Program Specialist supports seven school-based afterschool programs through general administration, data management, and program operations. The position collaborates closely with staff, students, and school partners to strengthen program quality, promote a safe and inclusive environment, and ensure effective day-to-day program operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, education, or other related fields plus 2 years of experience
• Experience in areas of career and educational planning, counseling, or advising is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to develop, organize, and implement programs
• Experience building effective partnerships with schools, community-based organizations, funders, and employer partners
• Good interpersonal, organizational, conflict mediation, and leadership skills
• Ability to work with ethnically diverse groups of low-income youth, as well as English language learners
• Excellent technology skills (familiar with Google Docs & Sheets, Excel, etc.)
• Capacity to multitask, work independently, and meet strict programmatic deadlines
• Ability to model to staff and participants: professionalism, personal responsibility, a strong work ethic, and positive character
• Ability to travel between school sites to provide on-site administrative and program support

Benefits

• Excellent benefits