Program Coordinator

Position: Program Coordinator

Department: Workforce Development/Diversity, Education & Engagement

Reports To: Director of Workforce Development

The mission of the Akron Urban League is to improve the quality of life of the citizens of Summit County, particularly African-Americans, through economic self-reliance and social empowerment.

Our vision is to become the anchor of collaborative services known for transforming and repositioning Summit County citizens. We strive to pull individuals and families out of generational poverty and into self-sufficiency and economic independence.

CORE VALUES

Purpose

To fulfill our mission by working together with determination, intention, and perseverance in pursuit of excellence. Our objective is to serve with the common goal of uniting and lifting the Greater Akron community.

Collaboration

We work through local, state, federal, and private partnerships to achieve excellence and bring transformative programs to Summit County.

Compassion and Respect

As ambassadors of our community, our role is to lead, listen and respond to people’s experiences with kindness. Simultaneously, we eagerly share how our programs can help achieve economic self-sufficiency through employment, entrepreneurship, wealth-building, education and community outreach.

Job Summary: Under direction, provide day-to-day administrative support to the Director of Programs and operations in the following areas: 1) Decision-making: working independently on a daily basis, addressing the best way to handle specific tasks; 2) Communications and Collaboration: collaborating with support personnel, management, tenants, and/or clients on a regular basis to achieve operational and programmatic goals of the vice president; 3) Organizational Skills: keeping oneself and vice president organized to determine which tasks are the most important in a given work list; prioritizing workflow; and 4). Writing: being proficient spelling, punctuation, sentence structure and writing and in a variety of styles from creative to professional to technical; ability to proofread and provide feedback

Job Duties:

· Prepare memos, create, maintain/organize files, photocopy, fax, and collate documents.

· Responds to routine inquiries from external or internal sources with standard correspondence or other messaging (answer phone, direct calls and provide basic company information)

· Prepare minutes, reports, charts, budgets, presentation materials, collects, reviews and analyzes data, creates, organizes, and maintains files, records, and correspondence for program areas that include Workforce Development and Education and Learning; and operations areas that include Maintenance, Facilities, and Tenant Services

· Collaborating with clients or employers, finance teams and other team members on budgeting and allocating funds

· Communicating with clients or employers about project, event or campaign expectations and goals

· Overseeing the delivery of projects and making adjustments as necessary to ensure they are delivered to specifications and high standards

· Conduct regular analysis of processes and procedures, adjusting when necessary

· Plan, organize and implement events, such as meetings, business luncheons, etc.

· Manage schedule and act as a liaison for the Vice President

· Ability to handle confidential information; organize and maintain files.

· Prepare information and research for administrative needs.

· Assist with ordering tracking and organizing office and copy machine supplies as needed.

· Assist with planning events, employee team building activities, or special projects, as directed.

· Provide support to projects, special initiatives, community events, etc.

· Perform other duties, as assigned.

Pay Rate: Depends on level of experience

Classification: Regular/Full-time/Non-Exempt

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision, Life, Paid Time Off, Holidays

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field preferred or minimum 3 years full-time experience in mid- to senior-level administration, business, management, or related field; Highly Proficient and Advanced in computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) required. Comfortable learning new software programs if required; possession of a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and reliable transportation, local travel required; Background checks conducted.

Competencies: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with upbeat and kind demeanor; Able to concentrate on multiple problems and tasks at once; Excellent time management and prioritization skills; Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks

and projects; Able to organize and manage large amounts of files, tasks, schedules, and information; Self-directed and able to work minimal supervision.

All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, handicap, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, disability, or any other factor as specified in Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and subsequent amendments.

NO PHONE CALLS. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted. Applications/resumes are kept on file for 6-months. EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $49,000