Program Coordinator - Marin

Youth Leadership Institute • San Rafael, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Youth Leadership Institute (yli) is seeking a Program Coordinator to work in Marin County. The Program Coordinator partners with young people ages 12–24 to organize, empower, and mobilize youth and their communities to make improvements for Marin County young people. The role trains and supports youth leaders as they develop political consciousness, assess issues affecting their health and well-being, build partnerships, and lead local and countywide campaigns for lasting systems or policy change.

The Program Coordinator manages the logistics and functional tasks needed to meet program goals and ensures youth have high-quality, culturally relevant leadership opportunities. The role implements up to three school-based Friday Night Live (FNL) programs, an evidence-based youth development framework intended to reduce youth substance use, and implements FNL’s Social Emotional Learning track. Working with youth cohorts and adult allies, the coordinator supports local efforts to amplify youth voices and advance sustainable social justice change.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Work is in person at the Marin County office or in the community four days per week, with the option to work remotely on the fifth day. The hourly rate is $27.77–$30.54.

Requirements

• Commitment to yli’s values of community, inclusion, innovation, and social justice.
• A bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in youth development.
• Commitment to social justice, public health, and community organizing as strategies for affecting change.
• Experience with social media and media relations.
• Demonstrated ability to work with youth and adults from communities of color and low-income communities.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
• Access to a personal vehicle and a clean driving record, with the ability to transport youth.

Nice To Haves

• Youth alumni who have participated in and completed yli programs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Partner with youth ages 12–24 to organize, empower, and mobilize youth and their communities.
• Train and support youth leaders in developing political consciousness and assessing issues that affect their health and well-being.
• Help youth build relationships and partnerships with other youth and community supporters.
• Support youth-led countywide and local campaigns that pursue long-term systems or policy change and build power for future victories.
• Manage the logistics and functional tasks required to meet the goals and objectives of assigned programs.
• Ensure youth experience high-quality and culturally relevant leadership opportunities.
• Implement up to three school-based Friday Night Live programs and the program’s Social Emotional Learning track.
• Partner with youth cohorts and adult allies to amplify youth voices and support sustainable social justice change.

Benefits

• Fully covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, with free options available for all staff; yli pays 50% of dependent premiums.
• Approximately 50 days of paid time off per year, combining Wellness Leave, Vacation/PTO, holidays, breaks, and a birthday holiday.
• $500 per year for mental health or lifestyle spending accounts.
• Health, commuter, and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 4% match after one year of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time