Youth Opportunity Program Coordinator

Description

Application Deadline: 09/06/2024 by 5:00 PM EST.

TO APPLY: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. Visit the following link to apply online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlottesville/jobs/4632918/youth-opportunity-program-coordinator

The Department of Human Services is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Youth Opportunity Program Coordinator. Our department works collaboratively towards building just, equitable, antiracist communities. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing, the economy, child welfare) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential. We believe in the dignity, resilience, and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes equitable access and opportunity. Systemic and institutional inequities, especially in matters of race, remain significant barriers for people and communities working to reach their full potential. We choose to challenge and dismantle systems that perpetuate inequities which includes addressing and redressing the historic and current work of the Department of Human Services.

This position is responsible for the coordination and oversight of the Youth Opportunity Program designed to identify and direct at-risk children, youth, and young adults toward targeted services that address specific goals related to closing the achievement gap. Reports to the Deputy Director of Human Services.

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $23.42 – $28.20 Hourly ($48,713.60 – $58,656.00 Annually). This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City’s Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

Education and Experience: Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public policy, human services, or other relevant field AND at least 3 years of experience in a human services field, including experience with youth development or education.
OR
Associate degree in business administration, public policy, human services, or other relevant field AND at least 5 years in a human services field, including experience with youth development or education.
OR
High School Diploma or GED AND at least 6 years of experience in a human services field, including experience with youth development or education.
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.