Program Specialist

City of Concord•Concord, NC

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About The Position

Coordinates the development, implementation, and assessment of Out-of-School programs, camps, and events held in centers, parks, and other sites around the city. Supports programs at multiple locations, including summer, winter, and spring camps; after-school and teacher workday programs; day trips; and holiday events. The role also assists with citywide special events such as holiday events, 5K road races, festivals, and parades.

Requirements

Valid North Carolina Driver’s License; applicants must meet the City’s criteria for an acceptable driving record.
Possession of or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within six months of hire; failure to obtain certification within that period may result in termination.
Knowledge of budget practices and processes; applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations; Out-of-School Programming (Camp) principles and practices; basic mathematics; recordkeeping; program management; and customer service principles.
Ability to learn programming activities and project management principles and practices.
Experience or ability in supervising seasonal employees and/or volunteers and prioritizing and assigning work.
Ability to operate a computer and applicable software applications.
Ability to apply local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations; analyze problems and implement solutions; and prepare reports and logs.
Written communication, facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills sufficient to prepare reports, lead training or team meetings, exchange information, interact with others, and receive work direction.
Physical ability to stand, walk, sit, lift, carry, reach, handle, kneel, push or pull, climb, balance, bend, crouch, twist, talk, hear, use fine dexterity, vision, and foot controls.
Medium work involving exertion of 20–50 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly; may be exposed to extreme temperatures, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, and physical hazards.

Responsibilities

Coordinate transportation, facilities, activities, trips, staffing, dates, fees, marketing, and registrations for Out-of-School programs.
Assist in overseeing camps, after-school programs, teacher workday programs, day trips, and holiday events at multiple locations.
Assist with hiring seasonal staff and supervise part-time, contract, volunteer, and seasonal staff by assigning work, providing performance input, ensuring training and policy compliance, and supporting a healthy and safe work environment.
Assist with researching, developing, and implementing new Out-of-School programs, events, and activities.
Assist with payroll for contract, part-time, and seasonal employees by collecting timesheets, completing forms, and submitting documents on time.
Maintain safety by following safety procedures, completing accident and injury paperwork, reporting hazards, and ensuring staff know safety procedures.
Oversee program operations through communication with staff, coworkers, vendors, and parents; maintaining calendars; coordinating daily activities; and completing paperwork.
Plan trips and travel arrangements, schedule drivers, coordinate bus schedules, assist staff with activity sheets, coordinate special events, and inventory and order supplies.
Assist with marketing Out-of-School programs, events, and activities.
Assist with planning and delivering special events, including citywide holiday events, 5K road races, festivals, and parades.
Perform other similar duties as required.