Youth Programs Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by: November 21, 2025
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: January 5, 2026
Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional
Division/Department: Academic and Student Affairs/Outreach and Engagement
Compensation Range (commensurate with experience): $4,028.10 - $4,505.45 monthly or $48,337.20 - $54,065.40 annually @ 1.0 FTE
FLSA Status: Exempt
Appointment Basis: 12-month
Time Type: Full-time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration/Temporary: Non-renewable
This position is supported by non-recurring funds designated for specific studies, projects, or programmatic initiatives. Such funding sources may include, but are not limited to, grants, gifts, contracts, awards, incidental student fees, targeted federal or state appropriations, or self-supporting program revenues. Positions supported by these sources are categorized as non-renewable, and annual reappointment is contingent upon the continuation of funding. In the event of a loss or reduction of funding, appointments supported by these sources may be terminated without advance notice.
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: Yes
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
Work Location Type: On-campus
Work Hours: M-F (8:00a – 5:00p) Hours are subject to change with notice.
Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV. - PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration.
• For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553.
• To view SOU’s very generous benefits and pension programs available to eligible positions, please visit https://inside.sou.edu/assets/hrs/Benefits/Benefit_Flyer/2024_Prospective_Candidate_Benefit_Overview_012024.pdf
• Our benefits package is an important complement to the offered salary and our Total Compensation Calculator, https://inside.sou.edu/hrs/comp-calc.html, demonstrates our value and commitment to our employees.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Youth Programs Coordinator focuses their time on providing inclusive and engaging learning environments in support of students and instructors across the spectrum of race, ethnicity, ability, and other identity factors. Through this lens, this staff member implements, coordinates, develops and supervises innovative existing pre-college youth programs including academic camps, academic competitions, and enrichment classes for ages 6-18. This position initiates and nurtures collaborative efforts among SOU departments, regional schools and educational entities, building long-term critical contacts to grow and nurture enrollment.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion in their work place.
• Experience with curriculum development and working collaboratively with instructors.
• Experience successfully coordinating classes, workshops and special events.
• Self-directed, with ability to work independently in managing projects and programs.
• Experience effectively using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.​

Preferred Requirements

• Secondary or post-secondary teaching experience.
• Experience planning, hiring instructors for, and overseeing complex multi-site programs.