Richland LEADS Coordinator

Organization

Richland LEADS (formerly Mansfield-Richland Area Educational Foundation), an affiliate of Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development

Reports To

Richland LEADS Executive Director

Status

Part-time, non-exempt

Hours

20–25 hours per week

Location

In-office at Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development

Compensation

Hourly, commensurate with experience

POSITION SUMMARY

The Richland LEADS Coordinator manages and facilitates the Young Leaders Institute (YLI), a county-wide leadership and career-readiness program for Richland County high school students, and provides administrative support for Richland LEADS, a 501(c)(3) affiliate of Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development. This part-time, in-office role combines hands-on program coordination with general nonprofit administrative duties that keep Richland LEADS operating smoothly.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Young Leaders Institute Program Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for students, families, schools, employer hosts, and mentors participating in YLI.
• Manage student recruitment and the application/selection process (August–September).
• Recruit, onboard, and coordinate logistics with employer hosts across priority sectors (healthcare, manufacturing, government, business, nonprofit).
• Plan and run the seven monthly program days (first Wednesdays, October–May excluding January, 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.), including site visits, team challenges, and career-pathway spotlights.
• Prepare and adapt program materials aligned to BetterCulture's 20 Tenets of Culture curriculum for each program day.
• Coordinate mentor onboarding and ongoing mentor engagement throughout the program year.
• Administer pre/post reflective surveys, employer feedback forms, and Net Promoter Score tracking; compile results for reporting.
• Produce program communications, including the student welcome packet, employer briefing materials, and press/promotional content.
• Track attendance, retention, and program-day logistics; troubleshoot issues in real time.
• Support continuous improvement of the program, including pilot testing new activities and incorporating participant feedback.

Administrative Support for Richland LEADS

• Maintain organizational records, files, and documentation to support 501(c)(3) compliance.
• Support scheduling, materials preparation, and minutes for Richland LEADS board meetings.
• Assist with donor and sponsor correspondence, acknowledgments, and recordkeeping.
• Track program and grant-related budgets and expenses; process invoices and reimbursements.
• Support grant applications and reporting as needed.
• Manage general correspondence, calendars, and scheduling for Richland LEADS activities.
• Coordinate with Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development staff on shared administrative functions and facility use.

Social Media Management

• Manage Richland LEADS programmatic social media posts to Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development accounts (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), including regular posting and content calendar upkeep.
• Create and schedule content promoting YLI program days, student and employer stories, and Richland LEADS news and events.
• Capture photos and short videos during program days and events for use across social channels and promotional materials.
• Monitor accounts and engage with followers, partners, and the community in a timely, on-brand manner.
• Track basic engagement metrics and share updates with the Executive Director.
• Coordinate social media messaging with Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development's broader marketing and communications efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in education, nonprofit management, business, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.
• Experience coordinating programs, events, or youth-focused initiatives strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple partners, deadlines, and moving pieces simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort presenting to and coordinating with employers, school staff, and students.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Experience managing social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) for an organization or business; basic photo/video and graphic design skills (e.g., Canva) a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel to employer sites during program days.
• A genuine interest in youth leadership development and regional workforce development.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with student, donor, and organizational information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE

• Part-time position averaging 20–25 hours per week, with hours concentrated around program days and administrative deadlines.
• Work is performed in-office at Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development, with travel to employer host sites on program days.
• Program days occur on the first Wednesday of October, November, December, February, March, April, and May, 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
• Occasional evening or off-hours availability may be needed for board meetings or special events.

BENEFITS

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Group dental, life, and short/long-term disability insurance (employer-paid premiums, after a 30-day waiting period).
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 3%, eligible after 90 days, 100% vested.
• Sick/personal leave, vacation, and paid holidays, prorated to regularly scheduled hours.
• Note: Group medical insurance is reserved for full-time employees is not included in this role.

TO APPLY

Submit a resume, cover letter and three references to Executive Director Angie Cirone, acirone@richlandareachamber.com, at Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development by July 14, 2026.