Program Coordinator, Olino Pathways (Theatre and Performance)

Job Purpose

The ʻŌlino Pathways Coordinator, Theatre and Performance is responsible for general oversight of State-wide performing arts programming, Teaching Artists, Guest Artists, and Partners. The coordinator will maintain a state-wide view and awareness of youth interests and needs in these areas, and will assist in facilitating the development of responsive, accessible, and engaging programming to meet those needs. Housed at the new Liliʻuokalani Center (LC), the ʻŌlino Pathways Coordinator, Theatre and Performance will work collaboratively with other Pathway Coordinators and LT leadership to set the vision for programming and will engage in ongoing quality assurance and evaluation efforts.

Essential Responsibilities

Program Administration

• Draft, manage, and track all program budgets related to the Theatre and Performing Arts
• Oversees the administrative filing system ensuring that files are appropriately labeled, contain specific information and are properly secured. Follows standardized procedures for permanent records retention and retrieval.
• Assists with scheduling meetings, preparing materials for meetings, including PowerPoint presentations and agendas, and ordering food/refreshments.
• Coordinate and collaborate with our IT Department to ensure that the daily operations of all the system technologies are properly functioning i.e. computer, phones, software’s, copier, fax machine, etc.
• Manage Theatre Teaching Artists, Youth Engagement Specialists, and relevant partners
  
  

Program Development

• Develop and implement, in collaboration with other Pathways Coordinators, partners, and Youth Program leadership, relevant, engaging, and creative group activities, workshops, and ongoing programming inclusive of daily, weekly, and monthly schedules
• Ensure an appropriate balance of drop-in and closed programming, including opportunities for special events and workshops
• In collaboration with Pathways Coordinators, identify local and national subject experts and best-in-class programs in performing arts to learn from and partner with
• Through intentional programmatic development, design, and implementation, cultivate a sense of community and social/emotional support for participants
• Cultivate a sense of community and social/emotional support for participants through intentional programmatic development, design, and implementation
• Ensure that programming emphasizes a connection to the broader world balanced with deep understanding of Native Hawaiian culture, highlighting opportunities for learning and advancement for participants while also strengthening ties to local communities
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Director of Technical Services towards the set-up, implementation, and maintenance of all AV, lighting, sets, and other equipment assigned to the Theatre spaces.
  
  

Systems Management

• Work collaboratively with the Director to design data collection processes that provide regular, actionable feedback from participants to inform program design and report to Research & Evaluation
• Establish strong ties to LT’s Youth Advisory Committee, increasing opportunities for youth voice and youth leadership throughout performing arts program development
• Work collaboratively with program leadership to ensure appropriate staffing and supervision of all program spaces
• Provide program coverage as necessary
• Provide ongoing support and guidance for program teammates
  
  

Community Relations

• Maintain strong relationships with local and national partners and serve as a liaison for partnership implementation
• Identify and cultivate, in collaboration with teammates and Community Resources team, relevant community partnerships
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current trends in youth services and performing arts, ensuring that community initiatives and programmatic strategies are aligned with current needs and environment
  
  

Other Duties

• Participate in program planning, budget development, revision, and evaluation
• Provides transportation for organization related business, such as driving staff, beneficiaries and/or families to assigned destinations
• Participates in continuing education and training opportunities for professional development
• Contributes to the Trust’s success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improves team and organization results
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent 5-7 years professional experience
• Valid driver’s license, clean traffic abstract
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Must be able to work independently and on a team, with both strength in leadership and collaboration
• TB clearance
  
  

Job Competencies

• Collaboration: Ability to interact effectively with youth, community partners, and multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of community resources and services
• Ethical Practice: Model the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, and social responsibility Uphold and embody all LT values
• Communication: Clearly convey and receive information and ideas. Engage the listener and invite response and feedback. Demonstrate strong written, oral, and listening skills
• Cultural Competence: Respect and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and sensitive to group differences. Experience working with at-risk youth and ability to apply positive youth development principles to that work
• Relationship Management: Experience working with staff at all levels in a collaborative environment; ability to promote and sustain positive workplace values and relationships
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well under pressure and to remain calm and controlled when faced with challenging situations
  
  

Travel Requirements

In alignment with our organizational competencies of Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork) and Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement), this position will require occasional travel across the island, inter-island, and out-of-state depending on the needs of the team and the organization. While travel may not always be a need, the ability to travel when required remains a crucial aspect of this position.

Organization Competencies

• Alignment with Queen’s legacy: Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani’s story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff’s commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families, and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one’s work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served
• Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement
• Ho`ike i na Mana`o Pono (Effective Communication): Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action.
• No'ono'o loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendations
• Ho'o kumu a’e or `Imi hakuhia (Innovation): Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving
• Pilina Ho`ohana a me ka Hana Hilina`i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust): Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward
• Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives
• Ho`onui I ka `Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others
  
  

Physical Requirements

Perform light physical work, including climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting weight of up to 25 pounds. Exposed to outdoor climate and diverse terrain

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time

SALARY RANGE ADVERTISED IS THE HIRING OR STARTING RANGE FOR THE ROLE.

Job Title: ʻŌlino Pathways Coordinator, Theatre and Performance

Reports to: Director, ʻŌlino Pathways – Arts and Culture

FLSA Status: FT; Exempt

Aligned Executive: Vice President and Chief Program Officer

Kīpuka: Liliʻuokalani Center

Department: Youth Programs

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