Community Programs Specialist Community Programs Specialist$15.75/hour Part timeM-Fvaried shifts including 7/24/2026Noneevenings & wkdsThe Community Programs Specialist (CPS) will supportthe Community Relations Division in identifying andimplementing evidence-based programs and practices inthe City's community centers and neighborhoods. TheCPS will be the onsite contact for two community centerswithin the City of Salisbury; they will be responsible forimplementing both youth and adult programming with afocus on after-school club activities. The CPS will assistthe Housing and Community Development Departmentin the direct operational oversight of the communitycenters.

High school diploma or equivalent required Previous experience with community engagementand programming is preferred but not required.

Previous experience working with youth ispreferred.

Available to work evenings and weekendsValid driver's license•

City of Salisbury, MDClassification DescriptionClassification Title:

Community Program Specialist Grade:

n/a

Department:

Housing and Community DevelopmentFLSA Status:

NEDate:

02/12/2026

Position Profile:

The Community Programs Specialist (CPS) will support the CommunityRelations Division in identifying and implementing evidence-based programs and practices inthe City's Community Centers and neighborhoods. The CPS will be the on-site contact for twocommunity centers within the City of Salisbury. They will be responsible for implementingboth youth and adult programming with a focus on after-school club activities. The CPSwill assist the Housing and Community Development Department in the direct operationaloversight of the community centers

Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministrative Management:

Holds self-accountable for assigned responsibilities; seestasks through to completion in a timely manner.

Tasks could include the following:

• Provide support to the primary tenants of the city community centers, including, but notlimited to, scheduling of community events at the center, inclusion of third-party non-profits, rental of the center, afterschool activities and programming.
• Assist in the coordination of activities and events such as pop-up bus stops, andcommunity events that provide opportunities for community members and city youth toengage with City officials and employees.
• Identify and implement evidence-based practices and programs for the communitycenters, including after-school club.
• Other duties as assigned by the Community Relations Manager.

Skills Proficiency/Strategic Planning:

Skillful in the use of tools, hardware, software, andequipment.

• Ability to plan and organize special events, programs and projects in advance
• Has a strong commitment to accuracy, correct spelling and grammar, and attention todetail
• Able to use Microsoft Office products
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain documents, records, reports
• Effective communication skills
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• Leadership/Team Leader:

  Act as a role model and peer leader among teammates andcolleagues
• Cultivates, develops, and maintains professional relationships with other employeesand members of the public.
• Acts as a role model for youth while at community centers and community events.

Stewardship/Financial:

Safeguards equipment, supplies and materials

• Assists with the maintenance and upkeep of the office spaces and community centers.
• Safeguards and maintains all equipment used in community centers and for outsideevents.

Performance Expectations

Communication:

Articulates thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively to exchangeinformation. Listens to others and provides useful feedback.

Work Ethic:

Demonstrates personal accountability, effective work habits, integrity andethical behavior.

Teamwork:

Works well as a part of a team through respectful and collaborativerelationships with colleagues, customers, affiliates and stakeholder groups.

Problem Solving:

Improves, designs, refines, finds and invents criteria to combine inorder to resolve problems. This combines creative and critical thinking.

Initiative:

Takes charge before others do and/or without being instructed.

Education and ExperienceMinimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working with youth preferred
• Valid Driver's LicensePhysical Requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Work environment includes working indoors and outdoors.
• Schedule includes evenings and weekends.

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of allresponsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions of this job.

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