Program Coordinator - Civic Leadership
13 days ago
Phoenix
Job Description Job Title: Program Coordinator, Civic Leadership Work Hours: Part-Time (15 hours/week) Pay: $21.39 - $25.72/hour Read Better Be Better (RBBB) is looking for a Program Coordinator, Civic Leadership who is passionate about supporting youth leadership, strengthening community connections, and helping high-school students build skills to engage meaningfully in civic life. If you enjoy facilitating groups, building relationships, and creating empowering learning environments for teens, then apply to become RBBB's next Program Coordinator, Civic Leadership! About the Organization Read Better Be Better is a nonprofit organization based in Phoenix, Arizona, founded in 2014 as a response to the state's literacy crisis. Our mission is to connect young readers and youth leaders to inspire a love of literacy and leadership. Our vision is a world in which empowered communities demand equitable access to foundational skills. Our values are simple - Be Excellent, Be Kind! A Day as RBBB's Program Coordinator, Civic Leadership As the Program Coordinator, Civic Leadership, you play a key role in delivering RBBB's Pathways to Civic Leadership program and supporting high-school students as they grow into informed, confident, civically engaged leaders. Your workday may begin preparing materials, communicating with prospective participants, and coordinating logistics with the Pathways Program Director. You'll review data, update attendance records, and ensure program spaces and supplies are ready for sessions. Later in the afternoon, you'll facilitate dynamic program sessions with groups of up to 20 teens-building relationships, guiding discussions, and creating a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages personal and civic growth. Throughout the week, you'll help support recruitment efforts, connect with community partners, coordinate guest speakers, and collaborate closely with the Pathways team. You will also contribute insights to strengthen program quality and alignment. Through your facilitation, relationship-building, and professionalism, you help empower young people across Phoenix to develop their civic voice and leadership potential. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Please contact . Benefits Eligibility for the regular part-time employee benefits package, which may include: • Flexible scheduling within organizational needs, • Paid Sick Time (per Arizona law), • Dental, vision plan options, • Paid holidays, • Paid time off, • Professional Development Opportunities Work is performed in both office and community-based environments, with regular travel to program sites across the Greater Phoenix area. This role includes: • Facilitating program sessions, generally between 2:00-6:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday, • Occasional office hours for planning, training, and administrative tasks, • Staying stationary for periods of time and moving actively during program sessions, • 2+ years of small group facilitation with high-school aged students, • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, • Must have a valid Arizona Driver's license (or ability to obtain prior to start), • Must have a valid IVP fingerprint clearance card (or ability to obtain prior to start) and successful completion of a Department of Child Safety (AZDCS) Central Registry check., • Confident and effective in public-facing communication, able to present information clearly and connect authentically with youth audiences, • Flexibility and willingness to support team needs and adapt to evolving program requirements, • Ability to navigate challenging conversations with participants while maintaining professionalism and alignment with RBBB's values and priorities, • Experience in education, youth-serving or nonprofit organization, a plus, • Familiarity with civic leadership programs or roles (e.g., community organizing, voter education, public policy, or related efforts), a plus Apply Now! How to Apply • Have your updated resume ready to upload., • Complete our quick 2-step application. What Happens Next • We'll review your application., • If you qualify, you'll get a phone screening., • Selected candidates will have an in-person interview., • After the interview, expect 1-3 weeks for an offer decision. Need Help? Email us at . Be Excellent Be Kind Read Better Be Better is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. See our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement on the website. Job Posted by ApplicantPro