Outdoor Programs Coordinator

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 21 years old
• Monday – Friday, some weekends required
• Ability to ride and repair bikes
• A minimum of 12 units of education, natural sciences, recreation or related field.
• Knowledge in at least some of the following areas: general ecological concepts, natural and cultural history, geology, team-building, storytelling, social and environmental health.
• Must be flexible to accommodate varied schedule for programs.
• Experience working in youth outdoor education programs
• Experience with providing instructions to large groups
• 2 years of experience in youth work and knowledge of a variety of behavior management techniques preferred.
• Ability to organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Recent supervisory experience
• Experience in fiscal program management, risk management and emergency response
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage complex logistics
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and computers
• A passion for social justice and knowledge of the challenges faced by low-income San Francisco residents
• Proven ability to work with people from a variety of different ethnic, socio-economic, educational, religious, sexual and generational backgrounds
• Must be an independent worker and able to multi-task, adept at working on a team, and maintains a flexible and positive attitude
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation
• Ability to adequately observe participants in activities, enforces safety regulations, and apply appropriate management techniques
• YMCA approved CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and YMCA Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date
• TB test clearance required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree or equivalent work experience
• Professional bike mechanic’s certification
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification (training provided if necessary)
• Knowledge, familiarity, and experience working in or with schools within SFUSD
• Bilingual language skills in Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish, and/or Arabic
• Current CA driver’s license and clean driving record

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Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Outdoor Programs Director, this position has direct responsibility for supervising, maintaining, and operating youth and family nature programs. Nature programs include but are not limited to Nature Engagement Afterschool Programming, Community Garden coordination at sites and implementing Y Rangers programming. The Outdoor Programs Coordinator will oversee programs for youth and families under the Outdoor Equity Program (OEP) Grant in both Bayview/Hunters Point and Chinatown neighborhoods. The Outdoor Programs Coordinator will provide direct service to participants in Bayview/Hunters Point and families in Chinatown. The Outdoor Equity Program (OEP) is intended to get marginalized groups (specifically Bayview/Hunters Point & Chinatown neighborhoods) into outdoor spaces through intentional environmental education climate justice curriculum.

Other duties include maintaining and supporting program administration such as collecting attendance and narratives; developing and maintaining quality programming; providing supervision and development of program staff and volunteers; planning, organizing, leading, and supervising outdoor participants. All programs must be administered in a manner consistent with YMCA & OEP goals and policies.

The Outdoor Programs Coordinator will be responsible for Presidio’s national Y-USA/NPS Partnership (Y Rangers) and will serve as a liaison between the Presidio YMCA, participating YMCA branches and program participants. Additionally, the Program Coordinator is the primary point of contact for all partners in the NPS/Y Rangers programming, including city, state, and non-profit organizations that are partners of the Y Rangers program offering.

Hours may vary slightly in accordance with the SFUSD calendar, program needs and the needs of the Outdoor Program Director.

Job Responsibilities

• Program Supervision and Coordination

• Oversee and manage youth and family nature programs, including Nature Engagement Afterschool Programming, Community Garden coordination, and Y Rangers programming.

• Coordinate and implement programs funded by the Outdoor Equity Program (OEP) Grant in Bayview/Hunters Point and Chinatown neighborhoods.

• Provide direct services to participants in Bayview/Hunters Point and families in Chinatown.

• Program Development and Implementation

• Develop, organize, and maintain high-quality environmental education and climate justice curriculum tailored for marginalized communities.

• Plan, organize, lead, and supervise outdoor activities for youth and families.

• Partnership and Collaboration

• Serve as a liaison for the Presidio YMCA’s Y-USA/NPS Partnership (Y Rangers), connecting YMCA branches and program participants.

• Act as the primary point of contact for city, state, and non-profit partners involved in the Y Rangers program.

• Foster and maintain strong relationships with all program partners to enhance collaboration and program success.

• Administrative Responsibilities

• Collect and maintain attendance records and program narratives.

• Ensure timely and accurate documentation to support program reporting and evaluation.

• Staff and Volunteer Supervision

• Supervise and support program staff and volunteers, providing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

• Community Engagement

• Promote programs to increase community participation and engagement, particularly within marginalized groups in Bayview/Hunters Point and Chinatown.

• Program Monitoring and Quality Assurance

• Ensure all programs are delivered safely and effectively, meeting established quality standards.

• Regularly evaluate programs to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.

• Adaptability and Flexibility

• Adjust working hours and responsibilities to align with SFUSD calendar, program needs, and Outdoor Programs Director priorities.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The position requires the ability to stand, kneel, bend and walk for extended periods of time and to lift 30 pounds.

• You must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• All employees working with the YMCA are considered to have supervisory or disciplinary action relationship over minors. Fingerprints will be taken upon commencement of employment and will be submitted to the Association Office human resources department prior to beginning the first day of work.

Salary Description

The hourly rate for the Outdoors Program Specialist position is $24.00 - $34.45 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with salary benchmarks for similar roles. Compensation is in accordance with grant funding approval and program budget requirements.