Youth Council Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Summary :

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates and oversees the activities of the Ak-Chin Indian Community Youth Council.

Minimum Qualifications :

Associates Degree is preferred, with at least two years experience working with youth or an equivalent combination of education or experience will substitute for the required experience.

Must have a valid Arizona Driver's License and be able to meet the Community's insurance carrier requirements. Must be able to pass an extensive background check.

Examples of Duties :

• Creates opportunities for Ak-Chin youth to strengthen and develop leadership skills, work on community service projects and develop culturally relevant skills / attitudes that will prepare youth to become the next generation of leaders for the Ak-Chin Indian Community.
• Serves as a positive role model to the Youth Council and the youth of the Ak-Chin Indian Community.
• Promotes and encourages positive behaviors in youth involved in the program and nurtures active citizenship skills.
• Conducts research; compiles materials; and prepares lessons related to Ak-Chin history, culture and language.
• Plans Youth Council activities, programs, and projects in coordination with Community departments, other tribes and their Youth Councils, and outside local and national agencies and organizations.
• Assesses the needs of Ak-Chin youth by actively soliciting their ideas and recognizing their talents.
• Creates, maintains and updates a master calendar of scheduled activities for the Youth Council.
• Engages in Community Outreach in order to stimulate program participation and promote Youth Council sponsored events to students of the Ak-Chin Indian Community.
• Displays a high level of commitment and enthusiasm for activities.
• Serves as a chaperone and maintains control of Youth Council members during instructional programs, leadership events, meetings and special events both in and out of state.
• Communicates and provides regular feedback to youth on behavior and conducts routine discipline when needed.
• Transports youth to and from activities utilizing tribal vehicle.
• Maintains positive relationships with students and parents / guardians.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with local, state and national tribal youth council leadership organizations in order to share ideas and keep informed on "Common Practices".
• Develops and recommends for the Council's approval, Youth Council policies and procedures.
• Prepares, submits for approval and monitors Youth Council program budget.
• Creates and submits proposals for Youth Council sponsored events, attendance at conferences / training or travel desired.
• Provides quarterly status reports to both the Community Council and the Community Operations Manager on the activities of the Youth Council.
• Writes reports and maintains attendance records and files.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Other Requirements :

• Knowledge of the Ak-Chin Indian Community Government and its operations.
• Knowledge of the Ak-Chin Indian Community history, culture and traditions.
• Knowledge of the economic, educational, health and social problems of today's youth.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with Youth Council members and their parents, other Community departments, and outside local and national agencies and organizations.
• Ability to effectively plan and coordinate work of others.
• Ability to plan, develop and oversee youth-oriented programs.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing computer software, such as Word and Excel.
• Ability to express ideas in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.

Classification Status :

This is a non-exempt position.

Disclaimer :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Statement of Understanding :

I have read and understand this job description. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.