Program Coordinator - ELA - LA Conservation Corps

The LA Conservation Corps (“the Corps”) is a private, non-profit organization that has helped at-risk young adults...Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

Demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational skills; characterized by identifying, assimilating and comprehending the critical elements of various situations, and extracting and interpreting the implications of courses of action.

Demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written); characterized by actively listening and ensuring respectful two-way communication.

Demonstrate sensitivity, understanding, and the ability to effectively interact with individuals (internal and external) from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, disability and ethnic backgrounds.

Demonstrate strong time management skills and a high level of attention to detail.

Demonstrate a high level of accountability, responsibility, and dependability.

Demonstrate teamwork through cooperation and collaboration with others.

Demonstrate a positive attitude, self-discipline and self-awareness.

Ability to prepare concise, logical and grammatically correct documents, reports, and presentations.

Ability to accept, direct and perform responsibilities and assigned tasks as a project team member in support of the overall project.

Ability to explain policies, procedures, directions and represent the Corps’ philosophy and values to a wide range of audiences including corpsmembers, programmatic staff, management and the public.

Ability to structure tasks, establish priorities and set goals.

Ability to effectively perform the physical requirements of the job, as well as train others.

Ability to balance competing priorities and multiple stakeholders.

Ability to work independently.

Intermediate level of computer skills (Microsoft Office environment) including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, software and Internet research.

High level of interpersonal skills, integrity and the ability to keep information confidential.

Uses good judgment, evaluates alternatives in the achievement of quality outcomes. 

Results-/Solution-oriented; flexible.

Passion for the Corps and ability to articulate its mission.

Required Education And Experience

High School Diploma or equivalency from an accredited institution required; AA and/or bachelor’s degree preferred AND at least two (2) years of experience working and/or training young people of various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.

Proficiency in using and providing instruction for tools appropriate for various work projects.

Previous experience working in the non-profit or public sector preferred.

Other Duties and Requirements

Attend events and meetings in the community to support the program. This can involve working Saturdays or Sundays, as needed.

Standard multi-media first aid certification. If you do not currently possess a standard multi-media first aid certification, you will have 90 days from the effective date of acquiring this position to secure it.

Pass a post-offer drug/alcohol screen test before commencing employment (required to submit for the drug/alcohol screening at a company designated facility).

Pass a post-offer Live Scan (fingerprint/background clearance-Department of Justice) before commencing employment. 

California Driver’s License, validation of driving record for commercial policy insurability per the requirements of the state of California. 

If a private vehicle is utilized for company purposes validation of a California Class C Driver’s License, validation of driving record and approval of commercial policy insurability is required in conjunction with proof of personal minimum liability insurance coverage per the requirements of the state of California. 

Reference checks will be conducted; employment is contingent upon receipt of acceptable references.

Must be COVID-19 vaccinated and be able to provide supporting documentation.

Salary and Benefits

Salary $60,271- $76,293 annually (reflects the entire salary range).  A starting salary higher than $60,271 annually is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale (salary range).

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits with 93% employer coverage of costs for employee and 79% coverage for additional family members. 

3 weeks of vacation accrued per year; 11 paid Holidays and 80 hours of sick time accrued per year. 

401k retirement plan with match of up to 3%. 

Application Procedure

Internal applicants must review the Transfers/Promotions guidelines and complete a LA Conservation Corps Transfer/Promotion Career Opportunity Application within three (3) working days of the “Posting Date.” This information can be requested from the Human Resources Department. The internal application should be submitted to Human Resources by the Internal Closing Date or within three (3) working days of the “Posting Date.” 

Complete application and provide resume and cover letter at www.lacorps.org.  

Based upon a review of your application and supportive information, applicants will be considered for the interview portion.  The interview will cover education and experience requirements.  Applicants who need reasonable accommodations to apply or interview for this position must notify Human Resources at least four (4) business days before the closing date of the position or, if applicable, at the time an interview is scheduled.

AAO/EEO Statement

It is the policy of LA Conservation Corps to seek and employ qualified workforce at all locations, job sites, and facilities, and to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees in recruiting, hiring, placement, training, compensation and benefits, promotion, transfer, and termination.

LA Conservation Corps

Equal Opportunity Employer 

www.lacorps.org