Community Parknerships Program Development Coordinator (Austin Parks and Recreation)

City of Austin

13d•$62,890 - $77,980•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Development Coordinator monitors and evaluates Austin Parks and Recreation’s partnerships, programs, initiatives, and agreements, and works to strengthen and grow the Austin PARKners program. Through Austin PARKners, nonprofit organizations, conservancies, community groups, and businesses partner with the Parks and Recreation Department to enhance parks, expand recreational and cultural opportunities, and preserve Austin’s natural areas. Under general direction, the coordinator develops and manages programs in accordance with strategic direction. The role oversees program and special-event planning, implementation, and evaluation; leads community-needs and outreach initiatives; monitors program quality; provides reports; and works with the director on sponsorships, grants, contributions, and program budgets. The position may also provide leadership, assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. The position is based at the APR Annex in Austin, Texas. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., though special events, emergencies, and department needs may require work at other times or locations. The role involves inside and outside conditions, including extreme temperatures, and may involve bending, lifting, walking, or carrying up to 20 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, plus two years of experience in a field related to the job; experience may substitute for education for up to four years.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal resources and categorical programs.
Knowledge of community resources and how to use them effectively.
Knowledge of research techniques.
Knowledge of laws and regulations related to grants and contracts administration.
Knowledge of grants and contract administration principles.
Skill in determining needs and gathering, analyzing, and presenting data for management use.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
Skill in using computers and related software, including Microsoft Office products.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
Ability to work effectively with people from varied backgrounds and experiences, including community leaders, residents, service providers, local officials, and elected representatives.
Ability to train others.
Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Ability to perform tasks that may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to 20 pounds; must be able to communicate, respond, and work with participant needs and safety issues.

Nice To Haves

Experience facilitating discussions between external partners and internal city staff.
Experience monitoring agreements or contracts for a public agency, such as a city, county, state, or federal agency.
Experience in nonprofit governance practices.
Experience managing or coordinating stewardship activities or improvement projects on public lands, including oversight of volunteers, contractors, or partner organizations.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Oversee the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and sponsored special events.
Lead initiatives related to community needs and outreach, ensuring programs support the organization’s mission, priorities, and approved budget.
Work with internal and external individuals to identify and plan program themes.
Monitor program and event delivery to maintain or improve quality.
Provide regular program reports.
Work with the director on program-related sponsorships, grants, and contributions.
Keep relevant parties informed about ongoing program-related budget issues.
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Travel to multiple work locations as necessary; driving may be required if the employee meets City driver safety standards.