Program Specialist

City of Concord•Concord, NC

1h•$23 - $23

About The Position

The Program Specialist coordinates the development, implementation, and assessment of Out-of-School programs, camps, and events held in centers, parks, and other sites around the city. The position assists with oversight of seasonal camps, after-school and teacher workday programs, day trips, and holiday events across multiple locations. It also supports program operations, staffing, safety, payroll administration, marketing, and special event planning and delivery. The role works with staff, co-workers, vendors, and parents to coordinate schedules, facilities, transportation, activities, registrations, supplies, and program communications. The position also assists with researching and developing new programs and activities as part of the Parks and Recreation team.

Requirements

Knowledge of budget practices and processes.
Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Knowledge of Out-of-School Programming (Camp) principles and practices.
Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Knowledge of recordkeeping principles.
Knowledge of program management for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating activities.
Knowledge of customer service principles.
Valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
Possession of or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within six months from the date of hire; failure to obtain certification within six months may result in termination.
Must meet the City’s criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Coordinate transportation, facilities, activities, trips, staffing, dates, fees, marketing, and registrations for Out-of-School Programming.
Assist with oversight of summer, winter, and spring camps; after-school programs; teacher workday programs; day trips; and holiday events across multiple city 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 maintaining 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 required forms, and submitting documents on time.
Maintain safety by following safety policies and procedures, completing accident and injury paperwork, reporting hazards, and ensuring staff know safety procedures.
Oversee operations by communicating with staff, co-workers, vendors, and parents; updating weekly and monthly calendars; coordinating daily activities; and completing paperwork.
Plan trips and travel arrangements and driver schedules; organize calendars; coordinate bus schedules; supervise and 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.