Special Projects Coordinator

Position Summary: Provides support to the Executive Director regarding special projects that include administrative, program and community responsibilities.

Responsibilities (not all inclusive):

• Coordinates volunteer training schedules; trains volunteers on duties within program.
• Educates staff on special events and their roles and responsibilities within event.
• Networks with community resources to obtain quality services.
• Establishes positive relationships with outside agencies and make available all resources.
• Manages existing resources to minimize cost wherever possible; adheres to established budget guidelines.
• Compiles data and creates reports for contract compliance.
• Creates partnerships to maximize monetary potential by incorporating volunteers, donations, etc.
• Monitors information technology system within PACE; maintains computer network database and make updates as appropriate; trains staff on any updates or changes.
• Provides technical support for funding proposals; assists with the direct mail campaign for the center.
• Makes arrangements for board meetings, luncheons and other functions.
• Prepares meeting agendas for the Executive Director or State Office staff.
• Assists with the composition of external correspondence for Executive Director.
• Provides clerical support for Executive Director.

 Education and/or Experience and Technical Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university. Major in Business Administration, Social Services, Education, or a related field or equivalent experience required; minimum of two years experience in the execution of special events required; experience in the development and completion of a project required; minimum experience using basic office equipment, personal computers and desktop publishing, required; minimum six months experience in a youth serving program preferred; Florida driver’s license required.