What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at Larimer County?
Overview
At Larimer County Department of Human Services, we strive to be responsive, provide timely resources in partnership with our community so individuals and families are healthy, supported, and safe. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative and enthusiastic staff member to join our Benefits and Community Support Division as a Program Coordinator.
The Program Coordinator will support the work of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program within the Department of Human Services. Funding from CSBG supports the work of specific strategic priorities that support the work of alleviating the conditions of poverty in Larimer County. The Program Coordinator will collect and organize programmatic data to support quarterly and annual reports about grant activities, work directly with community members that received financial support from the grant, work with staff from the Colorado Community Action Association and the Colorado Department of Local Affairs to meet CSBG reporting requirements, and support a volunteer tripartite board made up of community members, nonprofit representatives, and elected officials. The Program Coordinator also supports the work of the Department's outreach efforts.
The typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. This position is a hybrid position and will require at least one day/week in the office. You will be required to have adequate internet access and space for remote work. Larimer County provides a one-time remote work stipend to assist with equipment and office supply needs for remote workspaces. Three professional references with valid contact information are required to be submitted as part of this application.
Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
What We're Looking For
All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
Supplemental Information
The position will be located at one of the following three locations: 1501 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, or 200 Peridot Avenue, Loveland.
All new employees and rehires will be required to submit fingerprints for a CBI criminal background check (c.r.s. 26-6-104).
All staff working will be required to submit information for a Colorado Adult Protective Services data system check (c.r.s. 26-3-1-111).
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
At Larimer County Department of Human Services, we strive to be responsive, provide timely resources in partnership with our community so individuals and families are healthy, supported, and safe. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative and enthusiastic staff member to join our Benefits and Community Support Division as a Program Coordinator.
The Program Coordinator will support the work of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program within the Department of Human Services. Funding from CSBG supports the work of specific strategic priorities that support the work of alleviating the conditions of poverty in Larimer County. The Program Coordinator will collect and organize programmatic data to support quarterly and annual reports about grant activities, work directly with community members that received financial support from the grant, work with staff from the Colorado Community Action Association and the Colorado Department of Local Affairs to meet CSBG reporting requirements, and support a volunteer tripartite board made up of community members, nonprofit representatives, and elected officials. The Program Coordinator also supports the work of the Department's outreach efforts.
The typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. This position is a hybrid position and will require at least one day/week in the office. You will be required to have adequate internet access and space for remote work. Larimer County provides a one-time remote work stipend to assist with equipment and office supply needs for remote workspaces. Three professional references with valid contact information are required to be submitted as part of this application.
Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
- Ongoing outreach and communication with community members and community partners
- Plan and organize quarterly tripartite board meetings
- Prepare board packets and materials for tripartite board members
- Organize data collection and prepare reports for the department and the community around CSBG activities
- Collect programmatic data and aggregate data to prepare an Annual Report
- Attend required CSBG meetings
- Stay current on changes at the federal and state level on activities and policies related to CSBG
- Represent CSBG and Human Services at community and state meetings
- Annually submit required compliance with Organizational Standards
- Review CSBG funding and spending monthly
What We're Looking For
- Experience working with a community level advisory board
- Experience preparing board materials and running meetings
- Knowledge of community nonprofits and programs in Larimer County that work to alleviate conditions of poverty
- Meeting facilitation skills
- Ability to analyze and organize data for reporting purposes
- Experience reviewing and updating grant contracts
- Public speaking and strong communication skills across a diverse group of stakeholders
All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.
- Three (3) years experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties.
- Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Supplemental Information
The position will be located at one of the following three locations: 1501 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, or 200 Peridot Avenue, Loveland.
All new employees and rehires will be required to submit fingerprints for a CBI criminal background check (c.r.s. 26-6-104).
All staff working will be required to submit information for a Colorado Adult Protective Services data system check (c.r.s. 26-3-1-111).
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.