Education and Activities Outreach Coordinator

POSITION TITLE: Education and Activities Outreach Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Family Support Services

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

PAY: $65,000 annually w/Full benefits 

ESC CODE: 21-1099

FUNDING SOURCE: OVW Tribal Government Grant 

OPENING: 2/12/2025

CLOSING: 2/23/2025

Position Summary:

This position will focus on designing and implementing educational programs and activities for tribal and community members affected by domestic/family violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in education, community outreach, communications, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience in relevant areas such as event planning, program development, marketing, or project management. 

Essential Functions:

· The Education and Activities Outreach Coordinator will be responsible for designing and developing educational programs and activities tailored to the needs of tribal and community members impacted by domestic/family violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.

· This position will develop and execute outreach strategies to effectively engage with tribal and community members, working closely with the Domestic/Family Violence & Sexual Assault Advisory Committee.

· Building relationships and partnerships with schools, community organizations, and stakeholders will be a key aspect of this role.

· Collaborating with team members and external partners to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of outreach initiatives.

· Actively engaging with community victims/survivors to understand ongoing needs and service gaps will be essential.

· Planning and coordinating outreach activities, events, and programs in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

· The coordinator will be expected to think creatively and develop innovative approaches to outreach and engagement.

· Designing engaging activities, utilizing technology and social media, and adapting outreach strategies to reach diverse audiences will be part of their responsibilities.

· Developing marketing materials and utilizing various communication channels to promote educational programs and events

· Managing resources effectively, including budgets, materials, and equipment, to ensure the success of outreach activities and events.

· Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of outreach efforts and activities.

· Collecting feedback from participants and stakeholders to enhance future planning

· Performs related duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Knowledge and understanding of community needs and program design.

·         Knowledge of assigned department’s policies and procedures.

·         Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

·         Knowledge of technology and social media for outreach purposes is preferred.

·         Ability to effectively collaborate and work with team members and external partners.

·         Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

·         Ability to assess program effectiveness and use feedback for improvement.

·         Ability and capacity to plan and coordinate activities efficiently.

·         Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines, and able to accommodate changing needs of the department.

·         Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision.

·         Ability to understand and be sensitive to the cultural dynamics of the community.

·         Ability to creatively think and develop innovative approaches to outreach and engagement.

·         Skill in strong interpersonal communication for building relationships and partnerships with schools, community organizations, and stakeholders.

·         Skill in organization, able to plan and coordinate outreach activities, events, and programs effectively.

·         Skill in effective teamwork with internal and external partners.

·         Skill in innovative thinking for outreach strategies.

·         Skill in clear and culturally sensitive communication.

·         Skills in promoting programs through various channels.

·         Skill in efficient allocation of resources.

·         Skill in prioritizing and organizing work, and maintenance of files and records.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work.  However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. The employee must be able to read, write, speak, and hear.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility:

This position has no supervisory responsibility or authority.

Minimum Qualifications:

·         High school diploma or equivalent.

·         Bachelor’s degree in education, community outreach, communications, marketing, or a related field OR, 3 years of previous experience in education, community outreach, event planning, program development, marketing, project management, or related fields.

·         Possession or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Alaska with a clean driving record.

·         Must successfully pass a criminal state and national background check.

Disclosures:

• We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
• Preference will be given to qualified Yakutat Tlingit Tribal Member and/or Alaska Native candidates.
• NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE WILL BE APPLIED TO HIRING OF THIS POSITION AS DEFINED IN TITLE 25, US CODE, CHAPTER 14, SUBCHAPTER V, SUBSECTION 273 AND 274.  WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER WITH PREFERENCE GIVEN TO QUALIFIED NATIVE AMERICAN/ALASKA NATIVE APPLICANTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL LAW AND TRIBAL POLICY.

THE YAKUTAT TLINGIT TRIBE IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. THIS POSITION MAY BE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG TESTING AND CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK.  

Salary : $65,000