Program Coordinator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field
• At least 1 year of experience in marketing, advertising, public relations, communications, or a related field
• At least 1 year of advocacy experience, including knowledge of the foster care system and youth development
• Travel is required for this position, so having stable, dependable transportation is a must.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under tight deadlines
• Proven collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and partners
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to support basic media/video production in partnership with youth for program promotion
• Commitment to promoting AMP statewide and advancing youth-driven vision and engagement

Nice To Haves

• Lived experience in foster care and/or juvenile justice systems
• Experience in positive youth development or youth engagement work
• Background in media, communications, public relations, or multi-platform content creation
• Knowledge of post-secondary education pathways and career development systems
• Dependable, self-motivated, and great at taking initiative
• Rooted in purpose and driven by equity, inclusion, and positive social impact.
• Humility, respect, and cultural awareness to every interaction.
• Speaks a second language (especially one spoken in our communities).

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of statewide AMP events including Town Halls, Resource Fairs, Annual Conference, and Day on the Hill while ensuring consistent youth engagement across programming.
• Represent AMP in trainings, presentations, advocacy spaces, and statewide partner meetings while collaborating with coalitions, boards, and community partners to strengthen impact and alignment.
• Supervise, recruit, and mentor youth leaders through the AMP Central Council, including facilitating monthly connection calls and coordinating an annual leadership retreat.
• Support and grow youth-led engagement opportunities across Iowa by strengthening leadership pathways and peer connection within the AMP network.
• Manage AMP’s social media presence (Facebook and Instagram) and partner with youth to develop campaigns, PSAs, storytelling content, and digital engagement materials.
• Support website content development and youth-focused communications while coordinating distribution of AMP materials across TV, radio, and digital platforms.
• Maintain consistent branding across all outreach materials and monitor social media channels for compliance or risk concerns, escalating as needed.
• Build and maintain relationships with DHS, courts, families, facilitators, and community partners to support statewide recruitment and engagement for the Foster Care Youth Council.
• Participate in monthly partner calls, meetings, camps, and conferences while maintaining required documentation and reporting, including DHS engagement and outreach metrics.

Benefits

• Supportive Culture & Work Environment
• Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture
• Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Voluntary dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Flu shots and mental health support resources
• Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames
• Generous paid time off (4 weeks PTO)
• Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday
• Volunteer time off
• Competitive salary
• Supplemental compensation award
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer