Program Coordinator

THE POSSE FOUNDATION INC • Los Angeles, CA

10d • $40,000 - $42,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Coordinator is the primary administrative support for the local site. During recruitment, program coordinators manage incoming nominations, the interview schedule, and student personal information through Salesforce. Additionally, program coordinators provide logistical support for each phase of the interview process, as well as the Award Ceremony, and often take the lead in organizing volunteers. During Pre-Collegiate Training, program coordinators play a key role in managing the Writing Program and coordinate logistics for special events such as summer retreats and the Posse Olympics. In support of the Campus Program, program coordinators collect and organize student data and assist program directors in producing regular reports. Program Coordinators also manage travel logistics and supplies for special events on campus. In addition to these responsibilities, program coordinators provide general support for the local office such as managing calendars, tracking office supplies, answering phones, and welcoming students and guests.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Ability to work well with college students
• Able to work autonomously and within a team
• Proficiency required in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, internet and email

Nice To Haves

• Experience with youth is a plus
• Event management experience a plus
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and MS Access a plus
• Proficiency/Knowledge of Salesforce a plus
• Knowledge of design software
• Bilingual a plus
• Demonstrated belief in Posse’s mission and values

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming nominations, interview schedules, and student personal information through Salesforce during recruitment.
• Provide logistical support for the interview process and Award Ceremony.
• Organize volunteers.
• Manage the Writing Program and coordinate logistics for special events like summer retreats and Posse Olympics during Pre-Collegiate Training.
• Collect and organize student data and assist program directors in producing regular reports for the Campus Program.
• Manage travel logistics and supplies for special events on campus.
• Provide general support for the local office, including managing calendars, tracking office supplies, answering phones, and welcoming students and guests.

What This Job Offers

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