Program Coordinator (part-time), Explore Austin

Position Title:  Program Coordinator

Location: Austin, Tx

Employment Type: Part-time

Salary Range: $20 - $25 per hour depending on experience and qualifications, for a total of 20 hours

per week (hybrid in-person and remote work)

Company Blurb

Position Overview

The part-time Program Coordinator is an integral member of the Explore Austin program team

supporting Explore Austin’s mission, motivated to produce accurate and detailed work, and adept at

multitasking and problem-solving. This role provides essential program support to ensure successful

operations of the organization as a whole, as well as imperative parent and family outreach integral to

successful program delivery.

 Key Responsibilities

Program Communication

● Assist with Spanish-speaking communications for organization to ensure community needs are

being met

● Along with the Program Manager of Explorers, serve as a contact for engagement activities for

families, such as campouts and other community events.

● Support recruitment and retention efforts of Explorers by providing support to new Explorer

families and providing outreach regarding program participation

● Assist with organizing and supporting the Parent Council in parent-led activities and

opportunities

Program Outreach

● Support the Associate Program Director and Program Manager in the development and

implementation of a school partnership program to provide outdoor enrichment opportunities

to fifth and 6th graders

● Identify and build relationships with community and partner schools to assist with recruitment

efforts

Program Administration

● Assist the Program Team with administrative duties regarding Saturday Challenge and Summer

Wilderness Trip season logistics

● Assist with recruiting and onboarding paperwork for part-time staff (Trip Leaders) and volunteer

(Mentors) onboarding

● Assist with recruiting and onboarding paperwork for volunteers (mentors)

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

● Preferred: Spanish fluent or conversational

● Essential: Strong technical skills in Google and Microsoft Office products.

● High degree of emotional intelligence and leadership. Demonstrated ability to show tenacity,

flexibility, and collaboration

● Ability to use discretion and maintain integrity and professionalism

● Commitment to excellence and high standards

● Excellent written and oral communication skills

● Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

● Ability to manage priorities and workflow

● Acute attention to detail

● Ability to work weekends or after hours for programming or special events, as needed

● Ability to drive company vehicles with youth and adult passengers

Benefits

To Apply

Email a cover letter and resume to jobs@exploreaustin.org.