Youth Engagement Coordinator
About The Position
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring a Youth Engagement Coordinator. DCR is the state's lead conservation agency, responsible for outdoor recreation access, flood resilience, and protecting natural resources like clean water, parks, habitats, and open spaces. This position will manage the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program and other youth engagement initiatives within Virginia State Parks. The role involves collaboration with central office staff, park managers, and field staff, reporting to the Community Engagement and Volunteerism Manager.
Requirements
- Valid Driver’s License
- Basic knowledge of computer operation and Microsoft Office 365 software, including Word, Excel, Forms, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Good writing and verbal communication skills.
- Customer service experience, either in person or through telecommunication.
- Experience in volunteer management, summer camp administration, and/or special events coordination.
- Capable of working independently and as a team member.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in outdoor recreation environments and knowledge of worksite safety regulations.
- Experience in state government procurement and use of eVA.
- Education or experience in natural resource management, environmental science, education, or another related field.
Responsibilities
- Recruit, interview, and hire Crew Leaders and Members for the YCC program.
- Assist with recruitment for other VSP career development and volunteer programs as needed.
- Review the YCC Operational Handbook and update forms and program procedures.
- Develop and administer annual Crew Leader training, including booking third-party trainers and catering.
- Interact with park staff, stakeholders, parents, and youth.
- Work with community partners on youth engagement initiatives.
- Gather feedback from Crew Leaders, Members, and park staff on the YCC program annually.
- Work with administration to order YCC program materials annually.
- Responsible for pack-out of all YCC materials, certificates, gear, and correspondence with park staff in preparation for hosting a YCC crew.
- Conduct site visits to parks hosting YCC crews as needed during the program and in preparation.
- Lead nightly calls with leaders when crews are out serving at parks.
- Attend recruitment events, job fairs, and other off-site opportunities representing Virginia State Parks and the programs of the Office of Community Engagement and Volunteerism.
- Attend all OCEV staff meetings (generally every other week) and facilitate the meeting on a rotating basis.
- Submit relevant items for the weekly report, budget, and quarterly email updates.
Benefits
- Opportunity to participate in tax-deferred compensation programs.
- Supplemental disability insurance.
- Supplemental retirement accounts.
- Free parking and admission to all Virginia State Parks.
- Overnight stay discounts for DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service): Free camping outside the Memorial Day to Labor Day season for sites accommodating up to six people.
- Free Sunday–Thursday camping (excluding the night before holidays) during the Memorial Day–Labor Day period.
- 50% off cabins (up to three bedrooms) outside the Memorial Day–Labor Day season for up to 14 nights. Two nights minimum required. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays receive a 25% discount.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
