Program Officer, Liberty's Promise
Liberty's Promise (www.libertyspromise.org) is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting low-income, immigrant youth, ages 15-21, through our after-school civic engagement programs and professional internship programs. Civics and Citizenship is a program for immigrant youth of all backgrounds focusing on civic engagement, college access, and career readiness. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team and will work at our office location in Kensington, MD in the mornings, and in the afternoons be onsite (twice weekly, 20 weeks annually) at their respective schools in Prince George's County, MD.
Position Summary
We are currently seeking an energetic and dedicated full-time Program Officer to run after-school programs of civic engagement at High Point and Northwestern High Schools in Prince George's County. All applicants must have substantial and successful experience working with adolescents, preferably in a multicultural environment. Position is open until filled.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Develop curriculum and manage an after-school civic engagement programs for low-income, immigrant youth at High Point and Northwestern High Schools
- Coordinate and manage year-round professional internship program for youth
- Organize and schedule guest speakers, field trips, and eight-week internships
- Meet and assist youth with leadership, internship, job, college, and scholarship applications
- Develop relationships with public schools, local organizations, and government agencies
- Draft and edit grant proposals and reports
- Work with public schools to promote and host after-school programs
- Track and update program outcomes and statistics using Microsoft Excel and Salesforce
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Advanced or fluent Spanish (written and spoken)
- Comfortable working in a small office environment
- Must exhibit flexibility, reliability, exceptional professionalism, and a strong work ethic
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think on your feet and find solutions to unanticipated problems
- Ability to function independently and as a member of a team
- Comfortable being a “jack of all trades,” and has a great sense of humor
- Deep belief in Liberty’s Promise mission, vision, and values
- Dedication to working with youth and helping our organization grow over the long term
Compensation and Benefits:
Starting salary will be $42,000 per year, including 80% paid health care benefits (if desired), a standard vacation and sick package, life insurance, and a monthly transportation stipend.
EOE M/F/D/V
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Patient demographics:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Habla con fluidez o a un nivel avanzado el Español?
Work Location: In person