Youth Coordinator Skilled Trades

Job Description

Job Description

Description : POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title

Youth Coordinator

Department

Workforce Development

Primary Location

McKenzie Regional Workforce Center

Reports To

Program Director / Sr. Workforce Director

Position Level

Individual Contributor

Direct Service Position

Yes

Exemption Status

Nonexempt (Hourly). Hourly pay range between $18-$20 per hour.

Date Last Reviewed

10 / 23 / 2024

POSITION SUMMARY & OVERALL OBJECTIVES

Including scope of work and level of independent judgment / discretion.

The Skilled Trades Youth Coordinator will be working with young individuals aged between 5 to 13 years old and adolescents aged 11 to 18 years old, both within and outside of the school premises. The role of this position is to introduce young people to construction careers through interactive and hands-on activities and programs. The coordinator will collaborate closely with other staff members to plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate these activities and programs for young people, with a particular focus on the needs and interests of adolescents. The role will support cooperative efforts across various school sites, multiple Boys & Girls Club sites, and the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center. Typically, this position's work hours are midday to evening hours, and it may involve additional daytime hours for early-release and non-school days, as well as evenings and weekends for special events. The coordinator will be required to travel between different locations.

The Youth Coordinator is also expected to be flexible and adaptable, taking on other duties assigned to support the organization's overall objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Development Implementation 30%

• Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, engaging activities for school-age youth (5-13 years of age) utilizing CareerForce Build UP! and Boys & Girls Clubs of America Curriculum as needed.
• Collaborating with program partners to facilitate construction discussions for students, demonstrations, and construction-related programmatic activities in local schools and organizations around Dane County as assigned.
• Implementation of grant-funded programs and outcomes as assigned.
• You assign staff to transport students to and from the workforce center to participate in classes. The position may require you to join in the transportation of students if needed.

Maintain Safe Environment 30%

Prepare Youth for Success 30%

Ensure Professional Work Environment 10%

Additional Responsibilities :

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for fiscal stewardship of organizational and grant-provided funds.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal : As an integral part of our team, you will maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (both professional and volunteer), Club members, and your supervisor. This continuous communication ensures the seamless exchange of information, facilitates discussions on pertinent issues, clarifies guidelines and instructions, provides instruction and guidance, and offers counseling when necessary.

External : Externally, you will maintain contact as needed with various community groups, schools, members' parents, and other stakeholders to foster collaborative relationships and assist in resolving any arising issues. By actively engaging with these external partners, you contribute to creating a supportive network and ensuring the well-being of our members within the broader community.

Successful completion of drug screening, physical examination, and tuberculosis testing is required .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The objective and measurable knowledge, skills, and abilities an employee must possess to successfully perform this job .

Working conditions & Physical demands

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and policy manuals. The ability to clearly and concisely exchange / receive ideas, facts, and / or technical information with others. Ability to visually monitor the activities of club members. The employee must be able to perform CPR or first aid. The employee must use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, jump, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Activities occur in an indoor and outdoor setting.

DISCLAIMER

This position description is an overview of the duties and responsibilities assigned to the role identified above. It is not intended to cover every work assignment the position may have, but rather to cover those work assignments which are predominant, permanent, and recurring. Duties and responsibilities may change, and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned without notice.

Requirements :

Education and Experience

The required minimum allowable education and experience is based on job-related requirements. Include licensing and certifications if applicable.

At least 21 years of age

High School Diploma / GED / HSED required

Candidates must meet the requirements of a formal background check, drug screen test and driver background check.

The ability to travel throughout Dane County. Must have a valid Driver’s License and insurance if using a personal vehicle.

Required Hours- Must be available 12pm-8 : 30pm Monday-Friday.

Typical working hours, including required holidays and travel.

This position is classified as non-exempt and full-time regular, requiring availability during operational hours (typically 12pm-8 : 30pm academic yr) to fulfill the essential duties of the role, which will include working on holidays, weekends, and evenings as necessary to support events. The position requires travel to off-site Clubs, meetings, and events.