Youth Services Program Coordinator

OTTUMWA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Ottumwa, Iowa

POSITION TITLE: Youth Services Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Prime Time Youth Care

REPORTS TO: Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Position Summary


The Youth Services Coordinator/Program Director is responsible for overseeing daily program operations, supervising staff, coordinating activities, and ensuring a safe and positive environment for students and families. This position provides leadership for youth programming, staff management, family communication, and program compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in education, youth services, human services, recreation, or related field preferred.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating youth programs preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to organize multiple activities and responsibilities effectively.
• Experience working with children, families, and community programs preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee all youth services and program operations.
• Supervise and schedule staff to ensure appropriate program coverage.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate student activities and programming.
• Monitor and oversee all program assistants and support staff.
• Address and resolve complaints, concerns, and student behavior issues.
• Maintain communication with families through newsletters, updates, and parent outreach.
• Track and report snack counts and other required program data.
• Maintain staff personnel files and student records.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of staff.
• Ensure programs comply with organizational policies and procedures.
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive environment for students and families.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Never

0%

Occasional

1-32%

Frequent

33-66%

Constant

67% +


A.


Standing

X

B.


Walking

X

C.


Sitting

X

D.


Bending/Stooping

X

E.


Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

X

F.


Climbing/Stairs

X

G.


Driving

X

H.


Lifting (10 lbs)

X

I.


Carrying (20 feet)

X

J.


Manual Dexterity Tasks

Telephone

X

Computer

X

Other

K.


Working Conditions

Inside

X

Outside

X

Extremes of


Temperature/Humidity

X

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:


Exempt, full-time employee


12-month employee

EVALUATION:


Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy.

DATE: 5/21/2026