Job Title: Program Coordinator
Location: Girls on the Run Puget SoundReports To: Program ManagerFLSA Status: Full-time (40 hours a week), Non-ExemptPay: $28.75/hrOrganization SummaryGirls on the Run Puget Sound is a local nonprofit organization that operates in agreement with Girls on the Run International and is dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams. We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.
Our program currently serves King and NE Pierce counties. In fiscal year 2024, over 1,700 girls participated in our life changing program. To learn more about our program, visit: https://www.gotrpugetsound.org/.Girls on the Run believes that all girls and communities should have access to our programs. We commit to eliminate barriers to participation, to continue creating programming that engages all communities, to be intentional about staff and volunteer diversity and to promote a culture of inclusion across the organization.Position ProfileThe Girls on the Run Program Coordinator is passionate about and committed to improving the lives and opportunities of girls and non-binary youth in third through eighth grades.
Reporting to the Girls on the Run Program Manager, this position builds relationships with local school and city partners in order to grow programming and reputation in the community and is primarily responsible for site and student recruitment. Some of the key responsibilities include:Responsibilities
- Work with the Program Manager and team to recruit all program sites for Fall and Spring seasons in King Country in alignment with program growth goals, focusing efforts in underserved communities and Title 1 schools.
- Recruitment occurs through marketing efforts, meetings with school and city leaders, utilizing connections from volunteers, Board Members, families, and more.
- Cultivate relationships through regular communications, appreciation, and organizational partnership opportunities, with Community Program Partners such as:
- School Districts
- Cities
- Key Dedicated Site Liaisons
- Support participant recruitment for all Program and Camp sites including fliers/posters, yard signs, and more. Collaborate with Volunteer & Communications Coordinator on social media and email communication for recruitment. Ensure that materials are translated into most prevalent languages that exist in our community through use of volunteer translators.
- Support the needs of new and existing sites, conducting site visits to ensure quality program implementation
- Advertise overall program both in season and evergreen and build awareness of GOTR and Heart & Sole in local communities.
- Co-main contact for Site Liaisons communications, offering support to teams that they may need before and during the season.
- Building connections/relationships with GOTR community and greater Puget Sound community
- As main GOTR contact, engage families of GOTR participants through newsletters, 5K involvement, fundraising opportunities, and potential community events.
- Develop and facilitate engaging presentations for site, and participant recruitment meetings.
- Participate in Strategic Planning for all aspects of program development including preparation for the season ahead, long-term sustainability planning, staff growth needs, and more.
- Maintain responsive customer service through replying to email in a timely manner, assisting with phone calls and returning voicemails, and checking general GOTR inboxes.
- Assist with annual fundraising events such as Sneaker Soiree.
- Assist with Spring 5k and Fall Site-Based 5ks, taking a lead in defined area as determined by Program Manager.
- Collaborate consistently with Program Manager and Program Team to develop program systems and goals.
- Track Background Checks and CPR Certification requirements for all volunteers.
- Lead Unstoppable Us program including updating collateral, prize selection, donation tracking, and prize fulfillment.
- Support Program Manager in relationship deliverables and giveaways with sports teams.
General Team Responsibilities
- Participate in strategic planning concerning program success and growth
- Actively participate in weekly staff meeting, coming prepared and engaging in collective problem-solving.
- Attend Girls on the Run International trainings.
- Participate in and support GOTRI initiatives and task forces as requested
- Demonstrate a commitment to using the opportunities of this position to make Girls on the Run Puget Sound a more Inclusive, Diverse, Equitable and Accessible organization.
Qualities and Qualifications
- Passion for Girls on the Run mission!
- Experience working within teams
- Passion for collaboration and bringing people together
- Dedication to advancing Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity and Access
- Outstanding communicator in multiple environments and with a range of audiences
- Engaging and authentic relationship builder
- Great multitasker, able to prioritize and make efficient decisions
- Flexible and adaptable, creative problem-solver
- Ability to lift 40 pounds
- Experience with youth, wellness programs, or nonprofit management a plus!
This is a hybrid position. Hours will be a combination of in office, in the community, and via remote work. Because this position regularly travels for site visits, consistent access to reliable transportation, sometimes on very short notice, is required for this position.At Girls on the Run Puget Sound, we proudly offer generous and flexible PTO so that our staff can nurture their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing in ways that are personally meaningful to them including 23 PTO days, 10 paid holidays, and 2 personal days, plus week off at the end of every calendar year.
Other benefits include 90% company subsidized healthcare, dental, and vision, 3% simple IRA match, and a monthly phone stipend. We pride ourselves on a team culture that is collaborative, innovative, and fun. We have an engaged board that works hard and proactively partners with our small but mighty staff.
