MI Healthy Climate Corps Program Coordinator, Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) Organization/Grantor: Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM)Type/Term: Full-time, PermanentSalary: $53,560 annuallyDeadline: Mar 03, 2024Description: CEDAM is seeking an experienced program coordinator to support future climate leaders participating in the MI Healthy Climate Corps program. The MI Healthy Climate Corps (MHC Corps) is a new program of the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), for which CEDAM is the operator partner. Starting in March, 30 MHC Corps members will be deployed statewide to provide critical capacity to communities tackling climate change. Member projects tie directly to the MI Healthy Climate Plan and are tailored to the organization at which they serve.The program coordinator position is responsible for program administrative tasks and will be the first point of contact for day-to-day AmeriCorps member interactions. As such, they will have the opportunity to nurture statewide relationships, ensure program compliance, and be an integral part of supporting future climate leaders. The program coordinator will report directly to the MI Healthy Climate Corps program manager.CEDAM is a network of community champions building an equitable Michigan. We are a statewide coalition committed to community economic development. We build members capacity, amplify their voices, and leverage resources to achieve lasting and systemic change for Michigan. Through engagement and collaboration, we sustain a thriving and equitable community economic development sector across the state.Responsibilities :The program coordinator works hand-in-hand with CEDAMs MI Healthy Climate Corps program manager to support program participants who serve at host partner organizations statewide. This includes:Program Administration : The program coordinator is thepoint of contact for day-to-day MHC Corps member questions and will provide excellent customer service throughout the process. They will: Promptly answer questions and provide guidance that meets AmeriCorps complianceCollect and ensure accurate program paperwork is completed, including new hire paperwork, timesheets, monthly reports, and contractsCoordinate with host partners, members, and program manager to schedule site visitsAttend site visits as ableProgram Recruitment: The program coordinator is responsible for the setup and management of the MHC Corps partner and member application. They will: Manage application portals and provide technical assistance for applicantsParticipate in the host partner application review and selection processSchedule final interviews with program participant candidates and participate in candidate interviewsTraining and Event Support: The program coordinator supports the program manager in implementing a yearly training plan with virtual and in-person components. They will: Coordinate schedules, invitations, and event logisticsBook meeting space, lodging, and cateringProvide virtual or in-person technical supportFollow-up with training participants, guests, and presentersEnsure training websites are maintainedCommunications and Outreach: The program coordinator collaborates with CEDAMs communications team to highlight the program's success. They will: Create content for CEDAM newsletters, blog posts, and social media to promote the programCross-Organization Support : As part of the CEDAM team, the program coordinator participates in cross-organization activities. They will: Attend bi-weekly all-staff meetings in LansingRepresent CEDAM and the MHC Corps team at conferences, events, and CEDAM regional eventsParticipate as possible in CEDAM organizational committeesCollaborate with coworkers via task management software and SlackThe Ideal Candidate:Anyone looking to work at CEDAM should share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The ideal candidate doesnt just have exceptional customer service skillsthey take pleasure in helping others understand processes. To us, experience doesnt mean more years in the field or bigger programs managedwhen you read the scope of work listed above, you are confident you have done about 60 percent or more of the things listed.Were looking for someone who is:A team player: Looks forward to interacting with your colleagues and partners through different mechanisms throughout the workday, including via Slack, Zoom, phone, and/or email.Relational: Motivated to develop meaningful professional relationships with the CEDAM team and external partners.Diplomatic: Able to ensure program compliance on documents like timesheets and reports without ruffling too many feathers in the process.Conscientious: Approaches communication with patience and compassion, maintaining attention to detail and a willingness to get to the root of the issue, even when it takes time.Unflappable: Looks forward to representing the MI Healthy Climate Corps to high-profile stakeholders as one of the premier American Climate Corps programs.Qualifications :Were looking for someone who has:Exceptional customer service skillsExperience coaching or mentoring diverse populationsA history of independent decision-making and problem-solvingProven ability to work across a variety of program partnersProven success in maintaining organizational systemsPrecision in past work and attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skillsAdvanced understanding of digital platforms like Microsoft Office Suite and Google SuiteDue to the nature of this position, the MHC Corps Program Coordinator will need to be prepared to travel statewide, at times being on the road multiple days a week. The right candidate for this position will enjoy working directly with program partners.How to Apply: To apply, complete this Google form . In this process, we are seeking someone who pays attention to detail and follows directions. Please read the following application instructions carefully.On the form, you will provide:Two to three paragraphs telling us why you are interested in this position and how you believe you meet the qualifications. By paragraph, we mean a set of three to seven sentences, the total length should be no more than twenty-one sentences.You will not receive more or less consideration because of a shorter or longer message.DO NOT send a cover letter.Your work/skills/training history as an attachment OR a link to your LinkedIn profile. We do not have a preference for either one.You will not receive special consideration for sending both.We aim to understand where you have worked before and the type of roles youve had.The deadline to apply is Sunday, March 3, 2024.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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