Job Title:
Program Coordinator, Lehigh ValleyLocation:Lehigh Valley, PAReports to: Program DirectorFLSA Status: Non-exempt, HourlyGirls on the Run Lehigh Valley & Pocono is a local nonprofit organization 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 that creatively integrates running. Our program creates a safe place for girls to grow in confidence and strengthen their self-worth through an introduction to identifying and processing emotions, goal setting, cooperation, healthy decision-making, and self-respect, while training for a 5K.
Our council serves Lehigh, Carbon, Northampton, Monroe, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, Wayne and Wyoming Counties. To learn more about our programs and impact, visit: https://www.gotrlehighpocono.org/Girls on the Run believes that all girls and communities should have access to our programs. We strive 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 Profile
The Girls on the Run® Program Coordinator must possess a passion for and commitment to improving the lives and opportunities of girls in third through eighth grades. The Program Coordinator, Lehigh Valley is a full-time, non-exempt position and reports to the Program Director. The Program Coordinator, Lehigh Valley is responsible for implementing Girls on the Run programs and recruiting and training coach volunteers in the Lehigh Valley Area which includes (but not limited to): Lehigh, Carbon and parts of Northampton County.
Key responsibilities within these areas include (but are not limited to):
Program Responsibilities
- Recruit sites, coaches, and participants for area programs
- Assist with managing administrative pieces of program implementation
- Build and foster existing and new authentic relationships with sites, school districts, volunteers, families, program alums, and community members.
- Manage distribution of coach and program curriculum, materials, and supplies for the area with assistance from Operations Manager
- Play a key role at the fall and spring end-of-season 5K events, including working directly with Executive Director and Program Director to coordinate Running Buddies and volunteers
- If applicable, manage sites, coaches and participants for the week-long summer Camp GOTR.
Coach Management and Training
- Assist with development of effective coach recruitment and retention strategies that result in qualified volunteers that mirror the demographics of our community and girls served
- Assist with management of coach training, including logistics and facilitation
- Assist in supporting coach volunteers and design appreciation initiatives
Program Outreach
- Attend community events on behalf of the organization to raise awareness of the organization or in support of a community partnership
Skills & Qualifications
- A passion for Girls on the Run mission and the ability to comprehend and effectively communicate issues surrounding empowerment, self-esteem, body image and whole person health
- Outstanding communication skills in multiple environments and with a range of audiences
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and make efficient decisions
- Fluency with MS Office (PPT; Word; Excel)
- Bilingual in English and Spanish, a plus!
- Volunteer or working experience with a youth or wellness nonprofit preferred
Work Environment
- Must reside in Lehigh, Carbon or Northampton County
- Must be available during traditional practice hours (3:00-5:30 for site visits) with regular access to a reliable vehicle and ability to travel locally.
- Mileage for business related travel will be reimbursed at the federal rate (currently .67/mile).
- May require work during nights and weekends.
- Position is remote with some in-person tasks required (office days, staff meetings, Board meetings when required).
Compensation & Benefits
This position is full-time (40 hours/week) offering an hourly rate of $19.25 per hour. In addition, Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley & Pocono offers staff medical benefits, generous and flexible PTO, and paid holidays.
