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YMCA of Greater Des Moines

Girls on the Run Program Coordinator | Community Development

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A Program Coordinator coordinates ongoing program activity, or a group of related projects, for a company or organization, usually performing administrative or human resources tasks.

$92,112 / year median in Iowa

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

There's nothing like working at the Y! At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our staff members are people who drive this cause
  • it is because of our drive, our passion, our belief in others, and our belief in the strength of our mission that we are able to make a difference
  • every day. EVERY position positively impacts others at the Y
  • JOIN
US, WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
POSITION
OVERVIEW
As a Girls on the Run (GOTR) Program Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to assist with developing, delivering and administering a quality GOTR program for our community. You will oversee aspects of GOTR programming such as volunteer and site management, 5k coordination and administrative support.
JOB LOCATION
Various sites throughout Central Iowa, home base is Walnut Creek
YMCA HOURS/DAYS SCHEDULE
20 hours a week; Monday-Friday 1p-6p and occasional weekends
PAY RATE
$17.00
  • 19.
00/hour
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS
August 11, 2026
  • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Create, plan and deliver program opportunities for the assigned GOTR program sites. Manage budget for assigned GOTR program sites. Develop and implement promotion plan to advertise program opportunities for assigned GOTR program sites. Manage and coordinate all program activities for assigned GOTR program sites. Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate volunteer coaches and site liaisons. Prepare reports and rosters using computer information. Develop and implement evaluation plan to determine impact of program opportunities. Know emergency procedures and be able to demonstrate them to others. Respond to questions and concerns of program participants and families. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Ability to read, write, perform simple mathematical functions. Demonstrated computer skills in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office environment Completion of high school or equivalent Two years previous work experience in program coordination or management, preferably related to youth programs. Minimum of 1 year of supervision experience and/or team leadership Current Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certification OR equivalent
  • prior to starting if hired. Child Abuse Prevention Training
  • prior to starting if hired and maintained annually.
Additional training to be completed within the first 30 days and maintained afterwards.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is: Regularly required to sit, stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Frequently required to perform moderate physical activity, such as lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, bend/stoop, climb/use stairs and reach/push/pull. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus in order to monitor property and activity. Ability to adapt to changing working conditions
WORK ENVIRONMENT
: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. This position usually works in indoor and outdoor environments, but the mission of the organization may sometimes take them to non-standard workplaces. Help positively impact children and families in our community and
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  • experience, knowledge, satisfaction and joy are just some of the ways you'll grow, learn and thrive.
Apply and begin your life changing Y journey TODAY!