KLCB Program Coordinator

Coordinates, organizes, promotes and implements special programs to meet the needs of the community and create awareness.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office environment, outdoors, and in various community facilities.

Physical Factors

Light physical demands; some lifting and moving of supplies and equipment.

Work Situation Factors

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues.  Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.  

FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Fulltime regular, exempt position.

This position is graded RX12.

* Coordinates, organizes, schedules, develops and implements special community programs and events; assures activities meet the needs of the community, and are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations and goals; assures necessary supplies and equipments are available; coordinates with other City departments, and community agencies; trains and coordinates the work of volunteers and part-time staff.

* Monitors and promotes program activities; assists customers and clients; screens participants for program eligibility; develops and maintains event calendars; coordinates publicity and advertising for the programs; communicates with general public, community resource agencies, and others in order to coordinate and promote program activities.

* Collects information and compiles data for program utilization reports; prepares and reviews operational, statistical, financial and analytical reports on community programs, facilities and special events; orders materials and supplies as needed; collects payments, and oversees the billing and fee collection systems; assists Program Managers as needed.

* Evaluates programs for effectiveness and participation levels, develops new programs and recommends program changes; tracks services provided, monitors results, and generates operational and funding-agency reports as needed.

Associate's degree in Business or Public Administration or related fields AND two years of experience in community service programs.  A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Licenses/Certification(s)

Valid driver's license is required.  Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.  May be required to obtain specific technical certifications.

Knowledge of:  Policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using municipal facilities, programs and equipment; purpose, use and benefits of community programs and activities; community resources and support agencies; principles of records management and program management; business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications;
City policies and procedures.

Ability to:
Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands; communicate effectively in verbal and written forms; establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and customers

Skills in:  Performing duties in an organized, detailed-oriented manner; working effectively with program participants and volunteers. promoting and enforcing safe work practices; interpreting and applying City policies and procedures; interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.