Youth Violence Prevention Program Coordinator

City of Hagerstown•Hagerstown, MD

About The Position

The Hagerstown Police Department’s Coordinator for the City of Hagerstown Youth Violence Prevention Program provides visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational management for the initiative. The program is dedicated to reducing youth violence and supporting at-hope youth. The Coordinator develops long-term plans aligned with the initiative’s mission, leads fundraising efforts, and creates youth programming responsive to changing community needs through collaboration with community partners. More detailed functions are referenced in the job description but are not included in the supplied posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 3–5 years of experience working with volunteers, community groups, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations, especially those related to social issues, juvenile concerns, and juvenile crime.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and restorative justice practices is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement long-term strategic plans aligned with the initiative’s mission to reduce violence and promote youth well-being.
Drive fundraising efforts, including major donor cultivation, annual campaigns, and special events.
Develop and implement innovative youth programming that responds to evolving community needs through collaboration with community partners.
Provide visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational management for the Youth Violence Prevention Program.