YOUTH PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Location: City of Ithaca, NY
Department: Youth Bureau
Division/Program: Youth Development/College and Career Discovery Program
Classification: Competitive
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Administrative Unit
Salary: $52,040 - $65,052 (2024 rate)

The City of Ithaca, a top Finger Lakes Area employer, is seeking qualified applicants for the
position of Youth Program Coordinator for the College and Career Discovery Program. This

position serves the Ithaca Youth Bureau and reports directly to the Deputy Youth Bureau
Director for Youth Development.

The Ithaca Youth Bureau (IYB) is committed to a work environment that is equitable, where
each individual can thrive. The IYB provides youth from diverse backgrounds with the tools
they need to build a successful life for themselves and change the world for the better. We

believe that all citizens can be physically, mentally and spiritually healthy, as well as socially
and civically engaged. We help prepare youth, from all backgrounds, to live successful lives as
adults by providing a variety of recreation and youth development opportunities that will help

youth develop to their full potential. The Youth Program Coordinator position works in the
College and Career Discovery Program (CCDP) which provides academic support & long-term

mentoring for middle and high-school students in the Ithaca City School District.

Position Description: The work involves responsibility for planning, coordinating and
supervising one or more youth development programs for the Youth Bureau. Specific tasks and
duties will vary depending on the specific program area assigned but generally the incumbent
plans, develops, implements and coordinates the assigned program(s), and supervises
subordinate employees assigned to the program. The incumbent is also responsible for recruiting,
interviewing and training volunteers and monitoring their performance. In addition, the incumbent
is involved in public relations activities to aid in the promotion and development of the youth
programs. The incumbent may also assist superiors with applications for program funding by
providing supporting program information; however, direct fund-raising activities are the
responsibility of higher level administrators. This position differs from that of a Youth Program

Leader by virtue of the fact that a Youth Program Coordinator exercises administrative oversight
of an entire program area. This position differs from that of a Youth Program Administrator by
virtue of the fact that a Youth Program Coordinator does not have responsibility for and does not
oversee all of the Youth Bureau’s youth development programs, nor is a Youth Program
Coordinator independently responsible for seeking funding for assigned programs. Work is
performed under the general supervision of the Youth Program Administrator or a higher level
administrator, with considerable latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in the
performance of the work. Direct supervision is exercised over Youth Program Leaders, seasonal
staff, volunteers and student interns. Does related work as required.

To view the complete job description, visit: Youth Program Coordinator job description.

Minimum Qualifications: Either:

(a) Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, social work, counseling,

education, recreation, physical education, or a closely related field with similar course
curriculum and one (1) year of full-time paid experience, or its part-time and/or volunteer
equivalent, working in a human services agency, educational environment or recreation
program in a capacity which involves the provision of direct services to clientele; or

(b) Possession of an Associate’s degree in sociology, psychology, human services, education,

recreation or a closely related field with similar course curriculum and three (3) years of
experience listed in (a); or

(c) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and five

(5) years of experience listed in (a); or

(d) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a), (b)

and (c).

Substitutions: College education in fields of study other than those specified in (a) above may
be substituted for the required experience up to a maximum of two (2) years, in accordance with
the following formula: one year college education = six months of qualifying experience.

Note: College degrees must have been awarded by, and college coursework completed at, a
college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an
accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education and/or U.S. Secretary of Education. If
an applicant’s degree was awarded by, or college coursework completed at, an educational
institution outside the United States and its territories, the applicant must provide independent
verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found
at
required evaluation fee.

Appointment Status and Exam Requirement: This will be a provisional appointment pending
the results of a civil service examination to be scheduled at a later date. Permanent appointment
will be dependent upon the candidate's exam score.

Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.

Benefits: Refer to the Fringe Benefits webpage and Administrative Unit collective bargaining
unit.

Supplemental Information:

• Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact the

Department of Human Resources/Civil Service at (607) 274-6539 or by email to
hr@cityofithaca.org.

• The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of

• The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with

Application Materials Required: 

City of Ithaca application 
Copy of high school and college transcripts

Submit required application materials by February 7, 2025 to:

Attn: City of Ithaca
Human Resources Department

All applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program. We do
not accept paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of
applications.

Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!

Issued: January 24, 2025