Child and Youth Program Coordinator

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Child and Youth Program Coordinator provides information, referrals, follow-up, and outreach to military service members and their families in accordance with National Guard Bureau regulations. The position reports to the Lead Child and Youth Program Coordinator and is located at the National Guard State Joint Force Headquarters in Oklahoma City.

In coordination with the State Family Program Director (SFPD), the coordinator plans and delivers evidence-based, developmentally appropriate life-skills, resilience-building, and youth-development programs for school-aged dependents of Army National Guard members. Programming prioritizes deployment support and Army National Guard requirements. The coordinator supports youth at pre-deployment, during-deployment, and post-deployment events, but does not provide or supervise childcare for children ages 0–5 or secure childcare for events.

The role identifies and communicates resources, benefits, and programs for military children, youth, and families; promotes eligible childcare fee-assistance programs; develops local and broader partnerships; and maintains resource and curriculum libraries. The coordinator assesses local needs using survey and interaction data, helps improve program delivery, supports Family Readiness Groups and Family Assistance Center operations when requested, and provides adult sponsorship for the state National Guard Teen Panel. The position also prepares briefings, correspondence, reports, and program recommendations; attends required training; follows applicable regulations and state guidance; safeguards government property and records; and responds to time-sensitive queries within 24 hours.

The position requires a four-year degree in social sciences, education, human resources, or business/program management. A combination of two years of relevant college coursework and seven years of relevant work experience may substitute for the degree. At least two years of relevant work experience is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required. The role involves travel that may be reimbursed within 45 days, and requires the ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, stoop and bend, work outdoors in varied weather, and drive moderate distances.

This is a full-time state position. Salary is $46,667.25. Employment is contingent on satisfactory pre-employment background checks, drug-alcohol screening, employment eligibility verification through E-Verify, and a National Agency Check where required for computer access.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree in social sciences, education, human resources, or business/program management; alternatively, two years of relevant college coursework combined with seven years of demonstrated relevant work experience may substitute.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of military personnel and family programs, the Army National Guard, military well-being programs, and deployment-support-cycle requirements.
• Knowledge of early childhood education and youth-development principles and practices relevant to children and youth in grades K–12.
• Knowledge of human growth and development, youth socialization, and child and youth educational and recreational programs.
• Knowledge of National Guard Child and Youth Program goals and their relationship to DoD and Department of the Army Child, Youth and School Services goals.
• Ability to work effectively within the military structure and with outside agencies to facilitate resources and support for National Guard children and youth.
• Ability to work with minimal oversight, adapt to shifting priorities, and operate in high-visibility situations.
• Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, including the ability to develop PowerPoint briefings.
• Ability to gather and synthesize information, recommend program improvements, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to safely and independently lift and carry 50 pounds, stoop and bend, work outdoors in various weather conditions, and safely drive moderate distances.
• Completion of required Master Resilience Trainer certification within 10 months of hire.
• Employment is contingent on satisfactory required background checks; additional position-related screening and training may apply.

Nice To Haves

• Military or direct civilian experience coordinating Family Programs or Child and Youth Programs in a military organization is preferred.
• At least two years of demonstrated experience in education, youth development, Reserve Component Family Programs or Child and Youth Programs, or business/program management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct evidence-based, developmentally appropriate life-skills, resilience-building, and youth-development education for school-aged Army National Guard dependents.
• Coordinate Child and Youth Services support for school-aged attendees at pre-deployment, during-deployment, and post-deployment events, including communicating expected attendance, space requirements, and projected programming agendas to the YRRP point of contact.
• Identify resources for military children and youth ages 0–18 and focus programming on school-aged youth and deployment-cycle family support.
• Monitor the development and delivery of standardized training packages, briefings, and other materials supporting the deployment process.
• Promote eligible DoD and National Guard childcare fee-assistance resources and help families understand eligibility, applications, forms, and required documentation.
• Coordinate and deliver briefings about local Child and Youth Services, benefits, and local, state, and federal resources available to service members, families, and youth.
• At the SFPD’s request, brief state military leadership and community partners on issues affecting military-connected children and youth and on available programs and services.
• Plan, liaise, develop, and deliver services with DoD organizations, national civilian organizations, and local community organizations; seek new partnerships and review data to identify program gaps.
• Develop and maintain directories of resources, agencies, and organizations, and a library of curriculum resources; keep information on research and policy or legislative changes current.
• Analyze surveys and informal feedback to identify local needs and develop or coordinate program support resources.
• Attend state-specific Family Programs training and maintain familiarity with applicable DoD, Army, NGB, and ARNG regulations and guidance.
• When requested and approved by the SFPD, support Military and Family Readiness Groups, assess deployed personnel and family needs with staff and volunteers, provide youth-specific resources to Family Assistance Centers, and conduct follow-up assessments as needed.
• Sponsor the state National Guard Teen Panel, identify and train youth delegates, and submit recommendations to the National Guard Bureau point of contact.
• Compose and route correspondence, complete required reports in the correct format and timeline, and comply with state Child and Youth Services guidance.
• Safeguard government property, documents, and records, and use government phones, computers, and electronic communications equipment only for official functions.
• Respond to time-sensitive Child and Youth Services queries no later than 24 hours after receipt.
• Coordinate with state Family Program staff and contractors and other partners to identify trends and arrange briefings, orientations, workshops, and networks; analyze outreach for program impact and return on investment.
• Provide program-improvement recommendations and identify programming needs when requested by the SFPD.
• When requested and approved, support national Child and Youth Services workshops and symposia and present state best practices at professional conferences.
• Collaborate with the SFPD to disseminate and market national Child and Youth Services surveys and needs assessments.
• Complete other tasks assigned by the Lead Child and Youth Program Coordinator or SFPD within established timelines and according to local program needs.

Benefits

• Percentage of matching contributions to employees’ retirement plans.
• 11 holidays.
• A minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level