MobilizeGreen · 1 month ago
Program Coordinator - Outdoor Environmental Youth Education
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$21.50/hr - $25/hr
2+ years expMobilizeGreen is a nonprofit organization committed to building the next generation of green leaders. They are seeking a Program Coordinator to oversee the logistical and educational components of their Youth Conservation Programs, ensuring smooth operations and participant success during the program.
Career PlanningEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Serves as primary contact for interns and families, leading communications, and providing customer service
Assist in managing Crew Member travel and communications prior to the program
Assist in hosting virtual orientation sessions prior to program start
Helps administer the enrollment process for interns and ensure all documents are received and background checks are cleared in a timely manner
Serve as site liaison with USFS and other agency partners to coordinate all logistical and operational work and how it relates to the project and the crew
Provide technical assistance to crew when appropriate
Manage administrative aspects of member travel, equipment management, program logistics, and budget management
Administers off-boarding process including collecting final reports/evaluations/metrics from interns and their direct supervisors
Coordinate arrival of camping supplies and equipment, as well as the set up and transportation of the equipment at new campsites
Shop for supplies for crew and leaders
Coordinate meals, cooking, hygiene/chore schedules, and transportation. A cook, housekeeper, and bus service may be contracted to assist in this
Work with both MobilizeGreen staff and Forest Service partners to ensure the needs of the crew and partners are met
Communicate with USFS and YCP staff to lead planning, coordination and scheduling of work projects, environmental education lessons, leadership activities and recreational programming
Along with Crew Leaders, manage administrative aspects of the crew including but not limited to expense logs, required pre- and post-program paperwork, daily work logs, incident reports, equipment inventories, evaluations and final report
Communicate with full-time MobilizeGreen and USFS staff as required and as needed to report and respond to incidents & near misses, and program evaluations
Lead and mentor crew leaders and crew members during 2 week training, and 6 week summer YCP program, providing support as needed
Provide an emotionally and physically safe environment for members in accordance with MobilizeGreen’s Field Operations Standards
Serve as an alternate crew leader as needed
Lead regular on-site crew leader check-ins and member check-ins as needed
Assists with program Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ensuring MobilizeGreen is consistently audit ready and has a well-maintained document and receipt database for purchases
Other duties as assigned
Deliver trainings to interns as needed
Assist with collecting stories, photos, and videos from program participants. Assist in telling the YCP story
Other administrative duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must pass a criminal background check
Must pass a 4-panel drug screening for PCP, cocaine, opiates, and amphetamines/methamphetamines
Bachelor's degree and minimum 2 years related experience in program administration; customer service or similar discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-generational, cross-cultural setting
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships
Collaboration and teamwork skills highly prioritized
Strong computer skills and working knowledge of applications and databases such as Google Docs, Microsoft, and CRMs
Ability to learn and comprehend competing fiscal and political factors influencing programs
Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management issues and knowledge of government agency cultures a plus
Ability to work well as part of a team, as well as independently
Desire and demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced environment under pressure
Willingness to travel a minimum of 50% of time to as necessary
Must possess a valid driver's license, have a clean driving record and be comfortable driving a van on rural roads for long distances
Current First Aid/CPR Certification, or ability to obtain by start date
Benefits
Lodging and Meals for duration of program
Travel to and from crew leader training and host site. Rental vehicle provided for duration of training and program
Mentorship experience
Network with local environmental groups and USFS staff
Wilderness First Aid / CPR certification
Company
MobilizeGreen
MobilizeGreen is a nonprofit organization that offers internship and resource assistant internship opportunities to guide young people.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
2024-11-20
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