Job Posting Title

Youth Coordinator

Agency

290 EMPLOYMENT SECURITY COMMISSION

Supervisory Organization

WIOA Policy & Governance

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Annual Salary - $60,000.00; Hourly - $28.85 ($28.846154)

Job Description

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Job Type/Salary/Location

• Full-time

• Vacancies: One

• Salary: $60,000.00 annual; $28.85 hourly ($28.846154)

• Primary Working Hours: M-F; 8:00am - 5:00pm

• FLSA Status: Exempt

• Location: Statewide

• Supervisory: Not Applicable

• Travel: Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel associated with this position.

Benefits

• The State of Oklahoma offers a comprehensive Benefits Packet, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

 

Position Overview

• The Youth Program Coordinator is responsible for leading the vision, design, and service delivery of youth programs. This role involves developing policies, coordinating resources, and overseeing the growth and compliance of youth services to ensure effective program implementation and support.

 

Position Essential Functions

• Set the strategic vision for youth programs, bring together partners, and oversee program design and service delivery.

• Create and implement policies for youth programs, ensuring they meet all regulatory requirements and benefit all youth.

• Leverage and coordinate resources among schools, public programs, and community-based organizations.

• Manage program growth, provide technical assistance on policies and procedures, and support case management tasks (e.g., eligibility documentation, case notes, assessments).

• Ensure compliance with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other regulations. Research and interpret federal/state laws and communicate policy recommendations.

• Provide internal and external technical support, facilitate workgroups, and serve as a liaison for WIOA Youth Program rules and regulations.

• Assist with special projects, including research, grant reviews, monitoring, and governance document reviews.

• Perform file reviews and oversight to ensure adherence to policies and performance targets.

• Facilitate and lead workgroups and meetings.

• Offer technical assistance and serve as a liaison with internal and external partners.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• On-site attendance is an essential function of the position, as the role requires direct interaction with staff, clients, and on-site office resources.

These job functions, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Valued Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

 

Knowledge of –

• Facilitation, coordination, and relationship building.

• Federal funding processes and policy development.

• Federal, state, and local laws related to youth programs.

Skill and Competencies –

• Excellent verbal and communication skills.

• Project management and coordination.

• Effective problem-solving and networking.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Ability to –

• Cultivate partnerships and collaborate across various levels

• Interpret and apply regulatory practices and policies.

• Provide training and presentations.

• Analyze and evaluate data.

• Maintain ethical and professional standards.

• Establish effective working relationships.

• Work in a team and meet deadlines.

 

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires regular periods of sitting or standing and daily use of computers and phones. It also requires the occasional use of office machinery in accordance with safety and security protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional level experience for each year of the required education.

 

Special Skills/Requirements

• Computer Skills – Employee must be capable of proficiently using the OESC’s standard software (Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Teams), and the Internet, as well as proficiency to learn other software as needed.

• Employees must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving objects of up to 25 pounds.

Accommodation Statement

• OESC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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