YOUTH OPPORTUNITY COORDINATOR  
  DEFINITION:   
Under direction, has charge of and is responsible for the development,     implementation, and coordination of programs in the areas of     employment, education, and recreation designed to serve the interests and     needs of the youth of the jurisdiction; does other related duties as required.
   
NOTE:The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes     only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed     in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may     not be listed.
   
 EXAMPLES OF WORK:
   
In conjunction with other staff members, determines needs and interests of     the youth of the jurisdiction in the areas of employment, education, and     recreation.
   
Participates with staff members and other public and private agencies in     cooperative planning to meet these needs.
   
Investigates sources of funds and resources which may be used.
   
Prepares proposals and develops youth programs to service the needs of     the youth.
   
Negotiates with government agencies for funds to implement programs.
   
Works closely with business persons, union officials, and other     community representatives to seek their cooperation in establishing     training programs.
   
Works to secure employment for youth and to provide volunteer     manpower and resources for youth programs.
   
Meets with representatives of voluntary organizations to brief them on     available resources, learn of their plans, and encourage program     coordination.
   
Advises the public of needs and accomplishments of youth programs.
   
Solicits cooperation of government agencies for assistance in operating     these programs.
   
Develops local funding sources from the private and business community.
   
Meets with municipal department heads and officials to encourage the use     of recreational and educational facilities.
   
Prepares essential reports.
   
Supervises and assigns work to personnel, and evaluates their work     performance.
   
Recruits, trains, and orients volunteers as to goals, objectives, programs,     activities, policies, and procedures of the agency.
   
Develops and coordinates activities using volunteers, and counsels them in     working with youth and other staff members. Trains and assigns college     students assigned to the agency for field service experience.
   
Speaks before community groups and organizations, and maintains rapport     with a variety of community resources.
   
Prepares reports and maintains essential records and files.
   
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or     manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or     related units.
   
 REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.    
Seven (7) years of professional experience in planning and directing youth activity programs in a community service organization.
OR
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.
NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
   
Knowledge of purposes, policies, standards, and procedures involved in     community relations and social service programs.
   
Knowledge of problems and methods to be followed in developing and     supervising youth orientated programs.
   
Knowledge of objectives and activities of varied types of social agencies     and their relationship to youth activities, interests, and problems.
   
Ability to organize, develop, and supervise a variety of youth oriented     programs.
   
Ability to give assignments and instructions to employees.
   
Ability to provide employees with advice and assistance.
   
Ability to check staff work to ensure proper procedures are followed,     reasonable standards of job performance are maintained, and desired     objectives are achieved.
   
Ability to work harmoniously with associates, subordinates, and other     agencies and groups active in the social service field.
   
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports     containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
   
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual     recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related     units.
   
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English     sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign     Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of     communication. 
   
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can     perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation     is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made     because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may     not be eligible.
   
CODES: LG – 04335 CAH 6/12/97
   
This job specification is for local government use only.
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