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At a time when cities across the country are challenged to build positive relationships between residents and law enforcement, the significance, track record, and impact of PAL’s mission of “Cops & Kids” is more important than ever.
From time to time PAL has openings within our organization for motivated people seeking to make an impact on our society through our youth.
To apply for a position at PAL , please email a cover letter and resume to info@sbpal.org.  Please include the position title in the Subject line.

Current Employment Opportunities:

PROGRAM COORDINATOR
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JOB SUMMARY: The Program Coordinator position at the Santa Barbara Police Activities League (PAL) involves developing and implementing teen center programs, managing day-to-day operations, and building strategic relationships with community and city agencies. The Program Coordinator will supervise the teen center staff and report to the Executive Director.
This is a full-time position.
 
SALARY: RANGES $22-$25HR
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 
Program Coordinator:
  • Develop and implement teen center programs, goals, and objectives, ensuring the cultivation of new and current program partners.
  • Support and maintain programs that engage teens socially, culturally, and intellectually in a way that reflects the diversity and mission of PAL.
  • Foster and maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships with community partners, city officials, parents, teens, and office staff.
  • Provide program orientation, encourage involvement, enroll participants, and maintain attendance sheets.
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of administration, orientation, and supervision of the Teen Center daily activities.
  • Coordinate the outcome measurement process and other evaluation programs including surveys of participants, parents, and staff.
  • Coordinate payment of teen center instructors.
 
Operation, Administration, and Supervision of Teen Center Activities:
  • Hire and supervise Teen Center staff and Interns.
  • Develop, create, and distribute educational information related to the teen center.
  • Oversee communication, outreach, and marketing for the program, including website maintenance.
  • Attend relevant community meetings and actively participate in councils, roundtables, and committees.
  • Organize staff meetings to provide information and updates on the teen center programs.
  • Oversee facility management, including attendance, security, safety, and transportation.
  • Manage record keeping and reporting as it relates to the teen center and submit to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
  • Take responsibility for vehicle maintenance, registration, and mileage log ensuring compliance with certifications.
  • Coordinate maintenance service contracts and required inspections for fire safety systems.
  • Collaborate with Police Officers to provide effective mentoring opportunities for teens.
  • Working with the Executive Director, control expenditures and make recommendations for expenditures, as they relate to the teen programs.
  • Assist the Executive Director in implementing and complementing donor cultivation and fundraising strategies.
  • Work with the Executive Director to develop effective marketing, communication, website, social media, and press strategies for the Teen Center.
  • Other duties as assigned.
 
QUALIFICATIONS: 
  • Experience working with a non-profit organization, preferably a youth development organization.
  • Experience working directly with diverse youth aged 14-18, preferably in social change projects or with youth from at-risk environments.
  • Strong belief in youth as assets and resources in their communities.
  • Ability to define outcomes and work towards positive outcomes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent follow-through skills with a strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
  • Experience with research and program evaluation.
  • Valid California Driver’s License.
  • Possession of, or willingness to obtain training for a Class C Passenger Endorsement driving classification.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.
 
BENEFITS:
  • One week of paid vacation, accrued time.
  • One week of paid sick leave, accrued time.
  • 10 paid holidays according to PAL’s annual holiday schedule.
  • After six months, you are eligible to sign up for a Simple IRA Retirement Plan with a 3% employer match.
 
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to Judie Lugo, Executive Director, at jlugo@sbpal.org. Please include the subject line "Program Coordinator Application - [Your Name]".
 
Santa Barbara Police Activities League is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Santa Barbara Police Activities League are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, military status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.