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Agency Mission "InterFaith Works affirms the dignity of each person and every faith community, promotes racial justice and religious equity, and builds relationships and understanding among us." Position Summary The Youth Dialogue Coordinator is responsible for enthusiastically engaging youth in Central New York (through the established Youth Leadership Institute programs listed below) in dialogue opportunities, leadership and facilitation trainings, and positive group development. This work is centered on breaking down stereotypes, building bridges of understanding, and empowering students to create meaningful change within their schools and communities. In addition, this position provides organizational and administrative support to various departmental initiatives, including annual community events and awards programs.

Youth Leadership School Year Programming:

Coordinate, manage, and support student and adult leaders through inter-school activities, extra-curricular opportunities, and ongoing program evaluation. Youth Leadership 

Summer Program:

Bring together high school students from the Syracuse City School District (SCSD) to build strategic relationships, participate in facilitation trainings, and engage in a dynamic summer leadership experience. Responsibilities include facilitating a week-long overnight camp and supporting ongoing leadership development opportunities and youth-led action projects throughout the year.

Youth Leadership Fellowship Program:

Lead and manage the Youth Leadership Fellowship Program, ensuring a meaningful and impactful leadership experience for participating fellows. Responsibilities include building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, monitoring fellow progress, and evaluating program outcomes to support continuous improvement and program success.

School Dialogues:

Assist the Program Manager in training adult allies and student facilitators to support school-based dialogue programming. Responsibilities include facilitating and coordinating School Dialogues, which may involve exchanges between two schools or dialogue programs within a single school. These programs engage students in meaningful activities and conversations centered on identity, race, equity, belonging, and action to promote positive change. School Dialogue programs are implemented in approximately 10 school districts and more than 25 schools across Central New York, serving students in grades 4-12.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's Degree Preferred Strong communication and public speaking skills. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and sound judgment. Effective leadership and organizational skills, with attention to detail. Experience in program development and implementation. Skilled in facilitation, particularly in dialogue-based or equity-centered settings. Passion for and commitment to youth empowerment and leadership development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to utilize social media platforms for outreach and program promotion. Ability to complete required program reports in a timely and accurate manner. Ability to assist with contract development and grant writing to support program funding, including budget preparation and financial tracking. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Essential Functions Youth Leadership School Year Programming Under the Youth Leadership School Year Programming initiative, the following responsibilities are essential to ensuring effective implementation, consistency across school sites, and measurable program impact: Host student leadership events monthly at InterFaith Works as directed by supervisor. Recruit, develop, and support adult allies at each of the Syracuse City School District high schools, clearly defining their scope of work within the Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) project. Support and collaborate on school-based leadership activities across all SCSD high schools. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of program participants and engagement. Prepare and submit regular program reports in alignment with organizational requirements. Youth Leadership, Summer Program Coordinate and implement a summer leadership program for students, including a week-long overnight camp followed by continued summer sessions focused on leadership, team building, and education. The program engages students from the Syracuse City School District and other local high schools to build strategic relationships, create positive changes, participate in educational opportunities, and prepare for the upcoming school year.

Responsibilities include:

Work closely with the Program Manager to plan and execute the summer program in collaboration with camp rental facilities, the Summer Fellows Program, and program funders. Recruit student applicants, conduct interviews, and make final participant selections. Recruit and oversee facilitators, counselors, guest speakers, and community partners. Organize logistics of program, including daily agendas, meals, facilitation guides, materials, and activities. Oversee and manage the full implementation of the summer program. Ensure adherence to approved budgets and all programmatic or legal requirements. Collect program data and prepare a comprehensive final program report. Youth Dialogue Coordinator is required to attend the full weeklong summer overnight camp program with the students. Youth Leadership Fellowship Program Lead and manage the Youth Leadership Fellowship Program, ensuring a meaningful and impactful leadership experience for participating fellows.

Responsibilities include:

Building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations Monitoring fellow progress and evaluating program outcomes to support continuous improvement and overall program success. Recruit and select fellows for participation in Youth Leadership Institute programming. Coordinate internship placements, including cultivating partnerships and managing placement logistics. Design and implement leadership development programming that supports fellows' professional growth. Provide ongoing mentorship and guidance throughout the fellowship experience. Facilitate workshops and reflective dialogue sessions to strengthen leadership skills and personal development. Ensure fellows successfully complete internship requirements, including tracking progress and maintaining documentation. School Dialogues The Center for Dialogue and Action coordinates dialogue-to-action programs in schools across Onondaga County. These programs engage elementary, middle, and high school students in meaningful conversations about identity, stereotypes, privilege, systemic racism, and action.

Responsibilities include:

Assist in preparing and implementing facilitation trainings for adult allies and student leaders. Coordinate, lead, and facilitate School Dialogue programs throughout the school year. Support Facilitator Community Development initiatives to strengthen and equip educators and student leaders involved in the program. Conduct debriefs sessions following dialogue completion and apply feedback to enhance program effectiveness. Assist in the preparation of program reports and required documentation. This position performs other duties as assigned. Working conditions and physical demands required: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job: Must have personal vehicle for regular travel throughout the IFW service area, traversing streets and ascending/descending stairs is common. Some nights and weekends may be required Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk, table or workstation and also use a computer to fulfill responsibilities. Must be able to sit for extended periods attending meetings and training sessions. This is an in-person position. Hours of Work Work hours are generally Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. Occasional work on nights and weekends may be required. Youth Dialogue Coordinator is required to attend the full weeklong summer overnight camp program with the students.

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

NYS Drivers License (Required)

Work Location:

In person