Learning and Enrichment Program Coordinator

About the role

The New Hanover County Senior Resource Center seeks a dynamic, creative, and highly motivated Learning and Enrichment Program Coordinator to develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate educational, social, and enrichment opportunities that promote lifelong learning, healthy aging, social connection, independence, and overall well-being for older adults throughout New Hanover County.

Essential Duties

• Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate educational, social, cultural, recreational, and enrichment programs that support healthy aging and lifelong learning.
• Plan and facilitate classes, workshops, lectures, technology training, demonstrations, special events, and community presentations that reflect the interests and needs of older adults.
• Coordinate technology education and digital literacy programs that help older adults confidently use devices, safely access online resources, and avoid scams and fraud.
• Develop and implement social engagement, cultural, resource, advocacy, and recognition events that encourage participation, build community connections, and reduce social isolation.
• Assist with evidence-based health promotion programs, wellness initiatives, and other strategic aging initiatives.

Community Partnerships and Outreach

• Recruit, coordinate, and support instructors, presenters, volunteers, and community partners to provide high-quality programming.
• Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, healthcare providers, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to expand programming and community resources.
• Represent the Senior Resource Center at community meetings, outreach events, and partner organizations to promote programs and services.

Program Administration and Evaluation

• Monitor program participation, evaluate participant feedback and outcomes, prepare reports, maintain records, manage assigned budgets, and recommend program improvements.
• Support departmental initiatives, including the Master Aging Plan, Age-Friendly Community initiatives, strategic goals, and other organizational priorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Education, Communications, Recreation, Gerontology, Public Administration, or a closely related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience developing, coordinating, or managing community, educational, recreational, or human services programs; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Required: Valid driver's license from any state and good driving record at the time of employment.

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $46,360 - $78,811 annually, plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.

Schedule

Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Thursday evenings until 7:00 pm will be required as needed. Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.

Employment Type

Full-time, non-exempt

Benefits

• Employer paid 401k contributions;
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options;
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
• Professional development trainings and leadership initiatives;
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!