About the Role
This role supports the successful delivery of CIS summer programming by ensuring daily operations run smoothly, youth experiences are engaging and well-structured, and staff and partners are aligned. The Youth Engagement Coordinator serves as a key connector across program sites, balancing logistics, relationships, and program quality to create a safe, enriching environment for students.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and support the implementation of youth enrichment activities, family engagement events, incentive programs, field trips, and out-of-school-time programming.
- Assist with the development, organization, and distribution of Youth Enrichment activity kits, camp materials, and program resources.
- Develop and prepare marketing and promotional materials for youth enrichment programs, camps, activities, and events.
- Research, coordinate, and book field trips, guest presenters, community experiences, and enrichment opportunities for students and families.
- Serve as a chaperone for field trips, special events, and youth enrichment activities.
- Coordinate registration information and promote free and sliding-scale camps, enrichment opportunities, and community resources.
- Support the planning and execution of Back-to-School events and other agency-wide family engagement initiatives.
- Assist with collecting participant feedback and program data to support evaluation and continuous improvement efforts.
- Manage the Youth Enrichment Lending Library, including inventory tracking, reservations, distribution, returns, maintenance, and organization of materials and equipment.
- Order, organize, and maintain department supplies, program materials, and activity resources.
- Create and maintain systems to track inventory, supplies, equipment usage, and program materials.
- Prepare activity materials, supply kits, and event resources for youth enrichment programs and special events.
- Coordinate logistics related to youth enrichment activities, including transportation, vendor communication, facility reservations, and event preparation.
- Assist with maintaining program records, participation data, and required documentation.
- Support the creation and implementation of Youth Enrichment trainings for staff, interns, volunteers, and partners.
- Assist with the development of Youth Enrichment activity kits, camp curricula, lesson plans, and program resources.
- Support department communication efforts through the creation and distribution of marketing materials, flyers, newsletters, and promotional content.
- Research and share information regarding free and sliding-scale camps, community resources, and enrichment opportunities for students and families.
- Participate in cross-departmental planning, collaboration, and problem-solving efforts.
- Promote and maintain agency culture, standards, and systems.
- Participate in department meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Experience working with youth and family
- Ability to coordinate and facilitate cross-collaborative work groups for multiple teams, contractors, and vendors
- Ability to budget, create, and manage bookings and reservations, negotiate contracts and fees with vendors, and pay invoices
- Experience managing inventory and using systems to track and manage supplies and materials
- Ability to track and assess data for reporting purposes
- Strong working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Forms, Teams, and Excel, as well as experience with technology, including online survey tools and event/participant tracking systems
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent changes and minimal supervision
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
- CPR certified
- Reliable transportation is required
Skills
- MS Outlook
- MS Word
- MS Forms
- MS Teams
- MS Excel
- Online survey tools
- Event/participant tracking systems
Location
- In-person / CIST Administrative Office and schools/venues in the surrounding Austin, Texas, suburbs
Work Type
- Full-Time
- In-person
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Salary/Compensations
- $48,000
Benefits
- 4+ weeks of holidays
- 2 weeks of vacation time
- Personal days
- Sick days
- 100% employer-paid employee medical plan
- Family subsidies
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
About the Company
- Rooted in community for over 40 years, Communities In Schools of Central Texas (CISCT) is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Austin, Texas.
- Communities In Schools (CIS) is a national organization that ensures every student has what they need to realize their full potential in school and beyond.
- At CISCT, our mission is simple: surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
Equal Opportunity
- Communities In Schools of Central Texas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
