Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator, Student Engagement

Responsible for coordinating and leading Minneapolis Public Schools student engagement activities and programs, including program development, staff support, and community relations.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Leads and coordinates student engagement activities and programs in support of MPS goals; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Develops goals, outcomes, targets and measures to determine success of programs and activities.
• Evaluates programs and develops recommendations for changes and improvements; collects and analyzes program and participant data, and develops recommendations to improve program quality.
• Creates, finds, and / or connects students to civic and leadership engagement opportunities.
• Works closely with school leadership team to develop student comprehensive and inclusive engagement strategies to address involvement at the school site.
• Works closely with the department head to locate and coordinate the applications and reporting for grants to help fund programs and activities; assures the grant program activities and procedures are in compliance with state and Federal rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
• Promotes and markets student engagement programs and activities; assures effective communication of program issues; develops promotional materials; coordinates community outreach, marketing and media events, training sessions, and volunteer recruiting programs.
• Performs required administrative functions for assigned programs; develops and processes administrative and technical documents and reports; assist with development of program budgets.
• Provides information and referrals on community services and resources.
• Completed and coordinates special projects and research assignments.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent's goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

Minimum qualifications to successfully perform job, incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed are representative of the knowledge and skills.

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Working environment : Work is performed in an office field setting. Subject to occasional travel to a variety of locations.

Bargaining Unit : AMP Grade : 55 FLSA Status : Exempt Job Group : Academics Revised : July 1, 2024

Commitment to diversity : Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.