After-School Program Coordinator (Part Time) (Globe, AZ)

After-School Program Coordinator (Part Time) (Globe, AZ) Posting Number req27579 Department Gila County Office Department Website Link https://extension.arizona.edu/local-offices/gila-county Location County Extensions and Farms Address 5515 S. Apache Ave., Suite 600, Globe, AZ 85501 USA Position Highlights The After-School Program Coordinator supports the implementation and coordination of The Gathering Place Initiative by facilitating programming, outreach, and participant engagement activities, primarily as they pertain to the afterschool and youth development program components. This position works collaboratively with community partners to create opportunities for youth to participate in hands-on, evidence-based learning experiences, particularly in STEAM-related fields.

The coordinator plays a key role in helping youth explore their interests and build skills through the 4-H "Find Your Spark" approach while maintaining strong relationships with families and partners. Responsibilities include delivering program activities, supporting recruitment through the development of outreach materials, maintaining regular communication with stakeholders, working with STEAM experts, supporting youth in leading some of this programming, and ensuring a welcoming and engaging program environment. The After-School Program Coordinator also collects and tracks participation data and supports program evaluation efforts as well as supervises and manages After-school Program team along with 4-H Agent and The Gathering Place Lead Program Coordinator.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Program and Curriculum Support:

• Assist in adapting and implementing established extension educational programs and curricula, delivered through local extension offices, for assigned focus areas.
• Help organize topics, activities, and schedules for workshops and learning sessions based on existing research‑based programs.
• Coordinate basic logistics (rooms, materials, equipment) to support effective program delivery.

Data Collection and Basic Analysis:

• Conduct routine data collection activities, such as distributing surveys, recording attendance, and gathering simple outcome information from program participants.
• Enter and clean data in spreadsheets or databases and perform basic analysis (for example, summarizing counts, percentages, or simple trends).
• Use standard formats to compile findings into tables or charts to support program evaluation.

Reporting and Communication:

• Assist with preparing standard reports, presentations, and summaries that describe extension program activities, participation, and basic results for internal and external stakeholders.
• Create simple slides, handouts, or visual aids for meetings with community partners and advisory groups.
• Maintain well‑organized documentation so program history and results can be easily referenced.

Community Outreach and Relationship Support:

• Support outreach efforts for extension programs by sharing information with community members, schools, and local organizations about offerings in assigned focus areas.
• Attend community events and meetings to help staff tables, answer straightforward questions, and refer more complex inquiries to senior staff.
• Help identify community resources, venues, and potential partners that can enhance program delivery.

Operations and Volunteer Support:

• Support day‑to‑day operations for extension facilities, events, or markets in assigned focus areas, including scheduling space, monitoring supplies, and tracking basic resource use.
• Assist with recruiting, orienting, and providing basic instructions to volunteers and interns who contribute to extension programs.
• Help with simple marketing and promotion tasks, such as drafting short announcements or social media posts under supervision.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication, organization, and recordkeeping skills, including maintaining accurate documentation, managing resources, preparing reports, and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of organizational operations, policies, procedures, and program administration.
• Knowledge of youth development principles and educational practices used to support positive learning experiences and participant engagement.
• Skill in coordinating and supporting volunteers, mentors, and program participants while fostering productive working relationships.
• Proficiency with technology and standard software applications used for program delivery, documentation, communication, and data management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with internal and external partners to achieve program goals.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor''s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Leadership, Youth Development, STEM, or a closely related field.
• Previous experience supporting youth development, after-school, educational, community outreach, or mentoring programs.
• Experience working with underserved or at-risk youth and their families in educational, community-based, or nonprofit settings.
• Background supporting or coordinating volunteers, mentors, AmeriCorps members, or similar program participants.
• Familiarity with STEAM programming, positive youth development frameworks, and program evaluation or data collection activities.

FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Part Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 20 Job FTE .50 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Agriculture and Extension Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $20.33 - $25.41 Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 5 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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