Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) seeks a Program Coordinator to assist in the implementation of regional programs to enhance public safety in Greater Boston, with a particular focus on helping the region prepare for and respond to natural or human-caused disasters through work on behalf of the Northeast Homeland Security Regional Advisory Council (NERAC), as well as preventing violence by or against youth through work on behalf of the Metropolitan Mayors Community Safety Initiative (CSI). The Coordinator will work with other MAPC departments and staff, state and local officials, first responders, community-based prevention partners, academic researchers, and others to advance programs and projects that enhance the safety of people who live, work, play, and learn in the MAPC region and beyond. The Coordinator will be a member of the Public Safety Division in the Municipal Collaboration Department, reporting directly to the Director of Municipal Collaboration. This role will work closely with the Program Specialists on the team to support the implementation of grant-funded initiatives.

Evening events, occasional weekend events, and local travel are a responsibility for this position. MAPC does not require that you have a vehicle; however, you must have a valid driver's license and/or the ability to arrange transportation to meetings in different parts of the region. MAPC provides support for travel, including MBTA passes, a Zipcar account and BlueBikes membership.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

This is a writing-intensive position that works in collaboration with other staff members to implement federal and state grants and manage projects that serve to enhance regional homeland security preparedness and public safety efforts and decrease violence against youth.

• Coordinate and assist in the facilitation of meetings that bring together grant stakeholders to determine funding and project priorities to bolster the safety and security of area communities;
• Work with stakeholders to research and develop project ideas and plans to meet identified gaps in emergency preparedness, public safety, and youth empowerment efforts;
• Gather data and information for grant projects and assist in the drafting of approval documents, scopes of services, and equipment specifications;
• Monitor grant budgets and review, adjust, and process requests from stakeholders for reimbursement of grant approved expenses;
• Assist in the development and tracking of performance metrics to evaluate how grant funded projects meet their objectives;
• Assist in the completion of state and federally required reports, as well as inventory management activities;
• Coordinate social media communications and public outreach activities to promote grant program initiatives, opportunities, events, and outcomes;
• Schedule events to include identifying appropriate facilities, registration of attendees, and other logistics; and
• Research grant opportunities and assist in the drafting of grant applications to expand opportunities to improve emergency preparedness and public safety in the region.

Qualifications

Candidates for this position should have, at a minimum, a Bachelor's degree and 1 year of relevant work experience OR an Associate's degree and at least two years of relevant work experience OR four years of relevant work experience.

Successful candidates for this position will demonstrate all or most of the following:

• Ability to learn and apply work processes, policies, and systems;
• Ability to work with diverse communities and to focus on advancing equity in the implementation of public safety programs;
• Ability to proactively set priorities and multi-task without compromising attention to detail;
• Excellent time management, organizational, and project management skills;
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to tailor messages to specific audiences;
• Ability to analyze and solve problems independently in a resourceful and innovative manner;
• Ability to effectively communicate and work within grant specific policies and procedures;
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines;
• Ability to work with a wide variety of stakeholders and in a team environment;
• A professional demeanor and a positive "can do" attitude, with high public service standards;
• Knowledge of federal and/or state government grant processes and systems;
• Willingness to perform administrative functions as needed, such as filing, photocopying, and database management; and
• Advanced computer skills including working with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and Adobe.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary ranges from $63,000 - $70,000, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time non-exempt position. MAPC offers excellent Massachusetts state employee benefits as well as a flexible, supportive, and family-friendly work environment and a commitment to continued professional development.

Benefits

As an MAPC employee you're offered a great career opportunity serving the people who live and work in the 101 cities and towns of Metropolitan Boston - but it's more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including:

• 75% MAPC paid medical insurance premium
• Reasonable Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account for Health Care and Dependent Care
• Public transit commuter subsidy up to $225
• Low cost basic and optional life insurance
• Retirement Savings plans: Defined Benefit Pension plan through Mass. State Employees Retirement System (MESRB) and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• 13 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick and Vacation Time
• Up to 5 Discretionary days per year (based on hire date)
• 40 MAPC-paid days for FMLA qualifying events, including parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• 100% Short-Term Disability and optional Long Term Disability coverage
• Mass4You Wellness Programs and Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Payment of professional dues and memberships
• On site drop-in yoga, lactation room, and work well fitness challenges
• Mass State employee cell phone data and equipment discounts
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program