If you like being a part of something exciting, enjoy working in the West Seattle community, and love flexible hours, this could be the job for you! Apply with a cover letter and resume to wsjunction@gmail.com Job posting closes December 10th, 2019.

WSJA Program Coordinator

Part Time 40-60 Hours per Month depending upon festival schedules $28.00 HR Plans and coordinates events, vendors, and programs for the West Seattle Junction Association, including fundraising, budgeting, bookkeeping and community outreach. Develops and implements programs that align with the organization’s mission and support the organization’s goals. Creates program materials, establishes volunteer requirements, and ensures that program achieves stated objectives. Identifies business mix and opportunities for incoming business owners. Hires key beer garden festival staff for organizational premiere event – Summer Fest. Will be responsible for special events that publicize the organization and its programs to the community. Reports to the Executive Director. Some weekends and evenings required.

Program Coordinator Responsibilities

Planning and coordination of events, programs and its activities Ensuring implementation of policies and practices Maintaining budget and tracking expenditures/transactions Act as liaison between potential incoming businesses and landlords

Job Brief

The West Seattle Junction Association, a BIA is looking for a competent Program Coordinator to undertake a variety of administrative and program management tasks. You will help in planning and organizing programs and activities as well as carry out operational and administrative duties assigned by the Executive Director. To be an excellent program coordinator, you must be organized and detail-oriented, comfortable working with a diverse volunteer team, and able to communicate effectively under pressure. The goal will be to facilitate the effective management of programs according to the organization’s standards. Major programs include: Summer Fest, Harvest Fest, monthly Art Walk, Hometown Holidays, Wine Walk, .5K, Night Market, PAWrade and other events as assigned.

Responsibilities

Support planning and coordination of major programs, events and its activities Ensure implementation of policies and practices Maintain budget and track expenditures/transactions Manage communications through media relations, social media etc. Help build positive relations within the organization and external parties Schedule and organize meetings/events and maintain agenda Ensure technology is used correctly for all operations Prepare paperwork and order material Keep updated records and create reports or proposals Support growth and program development

Requirements

Proven experience as program coordinator or relevant position Knowledge of program management and development procedures Knowledge of budgeting, bookkeeping and reporting Tech savvy, proficient in MS Office Ability to work with diversity and multi-disciplinary teams and volunteers Excellent time-management and organizational skills Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Detail-oriented and efficient BSc/BA in business administration or relevant experience]]>