On the surface, the Youth United Coordinator fosters volunteerism amongst youth in Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan County schools. But when you dig a little deeper, you will find that it's even more fun than that!
In addition to promoting Youth United to youth, grades 5 through 12, you will also be identifying and developing advocates in the form of teachers and administrators within each of the schools, as well as among community leaders. Strategic thinking and creativity will be imperative to the visioning and implementation of a Youth United alumni group comprised of past achievers and leaders. Even more exciting than that, you get direct responsibility for, and hands-on development of, youth in Student United Way (formerly Youth Leadership Council) as they grow into the community leaders they were meant to be...there isn't much that's more rewarding than that!
Be Mission Focused
- Ability to link government and foundation resources to program mission and need
- Ability to catalyze others' commitment to mission
- Strive vigorously to accomplish shared goals
- Separates one's own interests from organizational interests in order to make the best possible judgments for the organization
Manage Relationships / Be Relationship-Oriented
- Is able to communicate effectively, across a variety of demographics, to develop, grow and sustain productive relationships
- Knows how to capture and record relevant information and how to interpret and utilize the information to forge partnerships, collaborate, cultivate, grow, sustain and strengthen internal and external relationships
- Understands and motivates individuals and organizations
- Values diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Effectively communicates
- Treats others with respect and dignity
- Actively listens to and facilitates diverse input and contributions
Be a Collaborator
- Seeks and shares knowledge of community
- Takes a collaborative approach to achieving goals
- Mobilizes a broad range of sectors and resources
Be a Brand Steward
- Acts with integrity and strong ethics to foster trust at all levels (personal, market, societal)
- Internalizes the meaning and commitment of United Way and consistently acts according to its value and purpose
- Demonstrates the values of the network; is a good system-citizen
- Is accountable and transparent with all stakeholders
Possess Good Communication Skills
- Understands and uses empathy, compassion and active listening
- Is fully present and aware of subtleties and nuances such as body language and voice tonality to better understand what is important to constituents and how to connect and engage them with United Way
Utilize and Acquire Knowledge
- Is forward-thinking, focused on what is possible, and seeks new tools and knowledge as needed
- Is able to use technology when acquiring and utilizing knowledge, and is innovative and creative in its application
- Seeks to continuously improve interpersonal and professional skills
Demonstrate Social Responsibility and Stewardship
- Has a passion for the common good and affection for the community
- Believes in social responsibility and inspires others to be socially responsible
- Demonstrates courage and humility when working toward improving life in the community
Additionally, you should...
- Be personally accountable for the results you achieve
- Be able to adapt quickly to ever-changing environments
- Be organized, able to plan, think strategically and be creative, innovative and appropriately consistent
- Be able to make decisions and willing to take risks when appropriate to achieve results and meet goals
- Value diversity, equity and inclusion
- Foster trust, interdependence and collaboration
- Plan and arrange own work in relation to overall set objectives
- Possess a love for learning, seeking both professional and personal growth and development opportunities
Skills and traits:
- Effective public speaking
- Effective oral and written communication skills with an ability to relate with a diverse group of individuals or organizations
- Effective skills and ability to tell the United Way and Youth United story in a compelling and inspirational way
- Ability to think strategically with a strong ability to execute on a plan
- Ability to take initiative and be creative in thinking and solutions
- High-energy individual who takes initiative with a positive outlook, who can manage ambiguity and change
- Event planning
- Time management
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Proficient computer skills
- Basic knowledge of social media
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Must have valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and access to a reliable vehicle
- Must submit to a background check
The Youth United Coordinator position is approximately 20 hours per week (more during key time periods, less during lulls), with an hourly wage ranging between $14 and $16 per hour. There are paid holidays, vacation and sick leave benefits with this position.