YOUTH PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Date: Jun 2, 2025

Req ID: 47521

Location:

North Little Rock, AR, US, 72199

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00

Position Number: 22181408
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 06/09/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00 100% Federally Funded position, renewable year to year

DYS Division of Youth Services, Civilian Student Training Program, Camp Joe T. Robinson

This position requires devoted individuals with a passion for helping

Arkansas’ youth gain the skills and discipline they need

to be valuable members of society.

Special Requirements

Must be able to work shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, holidays and during inclement weather events to provide coverage for a 24-hour facility. Shift is subject to change.

This position will be working with at-risk male youth; employees may be subject to verbal abuse from students.

Must possess and must maintain a valid Arkansas Driver's License and meet the eligibility requirements covered by the state insurance policy.

Required to wear a CSTP Issued Uniform and maintain military style grooming and appearance.

The ability to participate in physical fitness activities is required.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages staff to accomplish required duties and responsibilities, ensures all critical duty stations are properly staffed and required activities are accomplished, evaluates effectiveness of schedules, policies, procedures, and methodologies, and recommends changes. Observes student behavior and performance to ensure activities are conducted safely and in accordance with established rules and regulations, ensures compliance through instruction to staff members and by direct intervention as needed, assists students with personal growth and development, and provides counseling in accordance with established policies and procedures. Administers program principles to provide maximum opportunity for student growth and improvement, enforces published policies and procedures that pertain to cadre and cadets, and conducts required training in accordance with policies and procedures. Provides administrative requirements and maintains records to ensure all training activities and requirements are met. Maintains accountability of all assigned property, personnel, and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Class Code: M060C

Grade: GS05

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00

Summary

The Youth Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating activities for quality control and appropriateness of programs, coordinating special projects, and preparing applicable reports. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Manages staff to accomplish required duties and responsibilities, ensures all critical duty stations are properly staffed and required activities are accomplished, evaluates effectiveness of schedules, policies, procedures and methodologies, and recommends changes. Observes student behavior and performance to ensure activities are conducted safely and in accordance with established rules and regulations, ensures compliance through instruction to staff members and by direct intervention as needed, assists students with personal growth and development, and provides counseling in accordance with established policies and procedures. Administers program principles to provide maximum opportunity for student growth and improvement, enforces published policies and procedures that pertain to cadre and cadets, and conducts required training in accordance with policies and procedures. Provides administrative requirements and maintain records to ensure all training activities and requirements are met. Maintains accountability of all assigned property, personnel, and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of United States Army FM 22-5 and FM 21-2 drill and ceremony standards and procedures. Knowledge of program development techniques. Ability to oversee and direct cadre and cadets. Ability to monitor effectiveness of programs and service. Ability to prepare oral and written information and reports. Ability to communicate to a diverse group of people.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration or related field; plus one year of experience in program organization and administration or related area, including six months in a leadership capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.