Program Coordinator

This position supports Art Heals Arizona expansion programming by coordinating and executing key programs such as Art Heals Days, the Weekly Mentor Program, Professional Artist Series, Camp Series, and others. It also supports volunteer outreach, orientation, training, engagement, and retention activities for program capacity building and expansion efforts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with community partners, artists, and youth-serving organizations to facilitate arts programming.
• Supports the volunteer recruitment and enrollment process, including outreach events, orientations, trainings, interviews, and retention activities.
• Works closely with volunteers to identify programs that align with their skills, preferences, and availability.
• Develops and uses systems to organize and track information and work progress.
• Works effectively within established timeframes and priorities, utilizing logical, practical, and efficient approaches.
• Monitors implementation of plans and makes adjustments as needed.
• Designs art projects in collaboration with community partners and artists.
• Plans and executes events and programs.
• Identifies tasks needing action and takes initiative without waiting to be asked.
• Makes decisions in difficult situations when time is critical.
• Approaches others with tact about sensitive issues.
• Coordinates external communications (e.g., event signups, website blogs).
• Schedules volunteers and interns as needed.

Organizational Competencies

• Mission Focused: Promotes the transformative nature of resilience-building arts programs. Makes business decisions grounded in the mission. Advocates for the interests of children and partners.
• Communicates Effectively: Ensures others involved in a project are kept appropriately informed. Tailors communication content, tone, and method to the audience. Seeks to fully understand before responding.
• Instills Trust: Consistently delivers on commitments, demonstrating competence and credibility. Aligns actions with intent and words. Involves people in decisions that affect them.
• Collaborative: Prioritizes organization and group objectives over individual goals. Aids and supports others to help them reach their goals. Expresses disagreements constructively and works toward mutually beneficial solutions.
• Self-Management: Demonstrates composure under pressure. Takes initiative and acts without waiting for direction. Accepts responsibility for gathering information, taking action, and results.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of practical work experience in a business setting.
• Knowledge and experience using Windows operating system and Microsoft Office suite applications.
• Access to reliable transportation; AZ driver’s license and proof of insurance required for mileage reimbursements.
• Must be able to travel within and between Maricopa, Pima, and surrounding counties 40% of the time.
• Must obtain and hold a Fingerprint Clearance Card to work around children.
• Ability to exchange accurate information with volunteers and constituents about the mission and vision of Art Heals Arizona.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in Spanish.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• High proficiency and experience with Windows, Microsoft Applications, and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack or similar).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 60% of the time using a computer.
• Must be able to travel within and between Pima and Maricopa counties 40% of the time, including some evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to identify and assess written materials, including fine print.
• Must be able to position oneself to maintain files, supplies, document boxes, and other materials up to 50 pounds as needed.

Environmental Requirements

• Must be able to commute to the Art Heals Arizona office (Maricopa County) as determined.
• Must be able to work in a well-lit, temperature-controlled work area.
• Must be able to work a mix of weekdays, weekends, and evenings if needed.
• Must be able to work in an open area with other employees and volunteers 80% of the time.

Pay

Starting salary: $46,000 annual salary.

Schedule

• Full-time, nonexempt position.
• Eligible for remote and flexible schedule modifications after 30 days of employment.
• Up to 40% travel within and between Maricopa and Pima Counties.

Benefits

Full-time employee benefits.