What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at Junior Achievement of the Heartland?
Primary Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and support the delivery of Junior Achievement programs in local schools.
• Recruit and schedule volunteers for classroom programs and events.
• Match volunteers with registered programs and communicate program details to ensure successful classroom experiences.
• Provide timely, professional support to educators and volunteers before, during, and after program implementation.
• Conduct follow-up with educators and volunteers to ensure program quality and participant satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate program, volunteer, and school records within the organization's database.
• Assist with program scheduling, materials distribution, and logistics.
• Track program activity and help ensure established goals and deadlines are met.
• Support volunteer appreciation, community outreach, and special events as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance the educator and volunteer experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications (required)
• Passion for youth development, education, or workforce readiness
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Comfort working with volunteers, educators, and business professionals
• Ability to work independently and as a team while managing multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
Work Schedule & Environment
• Part-time role at 25 hours per week
• Some travel to schools and partner sites
• Occasional early morning or evening events
• Hybrid schedule available
• Experience in education, nonprofit work, or community engagement preferred
Application Process
If you think this opportunity sounds like a good fit, we'd love to have a conversation to learn more about you. Send cover letter and resume to tawnya.hambly@ja.org