Youth & Teen Program Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-16
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Youth Development, Non-Profit / Outreach -
Education / Teaching
Youth Development
Inspire, Engage, and Lead the Next Generation as a Youth & Teen Program Specialist! Compensation and Benefits
Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $43,755 - $57,573
Full Salary Range: $43,755 - $78,299
BenefitsWe offer an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.
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Work ScheduleWednesday-Tuesday, with some nights and weekends, 10am-6pm
About UsThe Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department is a nationally accredited and four-time National Gold Medal Award winner for Parks and Recreation Excellence. We are committed to enhancing our existing park and recreation assets, expanding our offerings through strong partnerships, and creating transformational programs that connect communities to a vibrant, healthy, and equitable park system. We are seeking talented, enthusiastic, and service-minded individuals who share our passion for making a positive difference in Greensboro.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to join our team!
The individual in this position will plan, coordinate and implement a variety of year-round programs for the Youth & Teen Experience section and Parks and Recreation Department. Assisting the Youth & Teen Coordinator in the creation and implementation of new and diverse programs; assist with the expansion of existing programs; promote teen volunteerism and community involvement through section events and P&R programming;
explore ways to make teen programs more inclusive; assume the responsibilities of the Coordinator as needed. The individual in this role must be able to work independently and within a team.
- Plan and oversee summer teen programming opportunities such as service learning camp.
- Secure program grants, sponsorship, and donations including fundraisers and campaigns.
- Serve as a one-on-one advisor to teen Executive Board Members and youth community event volunteers keeping an accurate/up-to-date record of progress.
- Serve as adult advisor for Youth Leadership Greensboro program.
- Evaluate programs and volunteer effectiveness annually.
- Seek out community partners to enhance and develop programming.
- Assist with marketing and promotions of youth and teen programs.
- Must be able to work nights and weekends as assigned.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
This job is Non-Exempt under FLSA policy.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s Degree with 1-3 years of experience working with teens and young adults
- OR an equivalency of an Associate’s Degree with 5-7 years of experience working with teens and young adults
- OR a High School Diploma/GED with 7+ years of experience working with teens and young adults
- Experience with program or event planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Experience with community partnerships
- Microsoft Office Software experience (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Valid Driver's License
- Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreation Management, Leisure Studies, Public Administration, or a closely related field
- 2 years of professional experience in youth development or community programming
- Experience with online registration software and/or ability to be trained
- CPR & First Aid certification
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