PROGRAM COORDINATION SPECIALIST - NAVAJO NATION
EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT AND HEALTH BOARD First Things First (Arizona Early Childhood Development and Health Board) is an essential leader and partner in creating a family-centered, equitable, high-quality early childhood system that supports the development, well-being, health and early education of all Arizona's children, birth to age 5.
Created by voter initiative in 2006, First Things First is governed by a state Board with 28 regional partnership councils.
First Things First is a decentralized organization that engages diverse constituencies to accomplish its mission.
Organizational values include a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; a focus on accountability, transparency, coordination and collaboration; and an emphasis on the outcomes that will ensure young children start kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed in school and in life.
The Program Coordination Specialist position is funded by the First Things First Navajo Nation Regional Partnership Council.
The position requires 30-40% travel throughout the regional area and throughout the State.
The office of the Program Coordination Specialist is located in the First Things First regional office in Window Rock, AZ, with the opportunity for a virtual/home office or hybrid remote work schedule, but must be located within or in close proximity to the Navajo Nation region.
PROGRAM COORDINATION SPECIALIST - NAVAJO NATION Part Time - 30 Hours Per week Job Location:
Address:
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi O'lta, 100 N Chee Dodge Dr.
, Window Rock, AZ86515 Posting Details:
Salary:
$60,000 - $65,000 Grade:
21 Job
Summary:
The Program Coordination Specialist will focus on helping to remove barriers and connecting professionals to resources, tools, training and educational opportunities in the region.
The position will work in partnership with school districts, tribal child care, Head Start, libraries, early intervention, home visiting programs and health care facilities to determine specific professional opportunities to support their needs.
Using this approach, the coordinator will work to increase professional development opportunities in ways that are equitably accessible to professionals who serve families with children, birth to age 5.
This is a 30 hour per week position.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust.
Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces.
All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties:
oProfessional development coordination, navigation and implementation of opportunities in partnership with early childhood partners.
oMeet with early childhood partners to understand and document their professional development needs.
oCollaboratively seek professional development opportunities that meet partners' needs.
oCoordinate with early childhood partners and trainers to plan professional development trainings/workshops, including logistics such as scheduling, reserving event spaces, and supporting trainer(s) or partners with light administrative tasks.
oTrain early childhood professionals in tools, assessments and resources.
oMonitors professional development systems change strategy for the purpose of ensuring that performance outcomes are achieved within budget, meets objectives, and can make modifications as appropriate.
oInitiate and complete agreements with trainers or speakers that include the definition of roles, responsibilities, expectations and payment.
oEnsure increased knowledge, skills, and confidence of professionals in the area of training through coaching, communities of practice and/or evaluation.
oCoordinate with the Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry to provide registry enrollment support for professionals to seek further professional development opportunities.
oCoordinate with higher education partners to increase professionals' awareness of professional development and academic opportunities.
oSupport outreach and awareness of the Navajo Nation Regional Master's Degree Scholarships and Degree Incentives-Early Learning Systems Change Strategy.
oServe as a professional development resource in the Navajo Nation Region.
oPerforms duties in a manner that supports the First Things First internal culture and mission with respect and cooperation.
oSupports additional opportunities as related to the role and regional functions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
oPreference of a bachelor's degree in a field related to the position (e.
g.
early learning, academic counseling, psychology, organizational development or project management).
oStrong familiarity with the Navajo Nation Region.
oExperience working with communities as a trusted partner and coordinating efforts with diverse community partners.
oExperience in scheduling and coordinating meetings/events, including strong meeting facilitation skills.
Ability to develop and conduct public presentations.
oAbility to travel within the region with State resources and accommodations (e.
g.
short/long distances and overnight work trips).
Reliable internet access preferred if seeking a hybrid position.
oComputer skills in Google Suite, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as, databases, virtual platforms, internet proficiency and other communication devices.
oExperience in Ability to become a trainer in early childhood tools, assessments and resources in order to train community partners first hand.
oBe self-motivated, proactive and able to take responsibility for initiating and following through on tasks.
oBe organized, detail-oriented and have the ability to handle multiple projects under a deadline.
oAbility to work effectively in a team environment to meet goals.
oExperience creating and fostering a mutually respectful environment where diverse contributions and perspectives are valued.
oDemonstrate reliability and productivity working with minimal supervision and maintaining multiple responsibilities with regular and punctual attendance, including the ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
Benefits:
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive.
Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right.
An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement:
ASRSContact Us:
email protected Recommended Skills Assessments Attention To Detail Business Requirements Child Care Communication Devices Databases Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Created by voter initiative in 2006, First Things First is governed by a state Board with 28 regional partnership councils.
First Things First is a decentralized organization that engages diverse constituencies to accomplish its mission.
Organizational values include a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; a focus on accountability, transparency, coordination and collaboration; and an emphasis on the outcomes that will ensure young children start kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed in school and in life.
The Program Coordination Specialist position is funded by the First Things First Navajo Nation Regional Partnership Council.
The position requires 30-40% travel throughout the regional area and throughout the State.
The office of the Program Coordination Specialist is located in the First Things First regional office in Window Rock, AZ, with the opportunity for a virtual/home office or hybrid remote work schedule, but must be located within or in close proximity to the Navajo Nation region.
PROGRAM COORDINATION SPECIALIST - NAVAJO NATION Part Time - 30 Hours Per week Job Location:
Address:
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi O'lta, 100 N Chee Dodge Dr.
, Window Rock, AZ86515 Posting Details:
Salary:
$60,000 - $65,000 Grade:
21 Job
Summary:
The Program Coordination Specialist will focus on helping to remove barriers and connecting professionals to resources, tools, training and educational opportunities in the region.
The position will work in partnership with school districts, tribal child care, Head Start, libraries, early intervention, home visiting programs and health care facilities to determine specific professional opportunities to support their needs.
Using this approach, the coordinator will work to increase professional development opportunities in ways that are equitably accessible to professionals who serve families with children, birth to age 5.
This is a 30 hour per week position.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust.
Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces.
All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties:
oProfessional development coordination, navigation and implementation of opportunities in partnership with early childhood partners.
oMeet with early childhood partners to understand and document their professional development needs.
oCollaboratively seek professional development opportunities that meet partners' needs.
oCoordinate with early childhood partners and trainers to plan professional development trainings/workshops, including logistics such as scheduling, reserving event spaces, and supporting trainer(s) or partners with light administrative tasks.
oTrain early childhood professionals in tools, assessments and resources.
oMonitors professional development systems change strategy for the purpose of ensuring that performance outcomes are achieved within budget, meets objectives, and can make modifications as appropriate.
oInitiate and complete agreements with trainers or speakers that include the definition of roles, responsibilities, expectations and payment.
oEnsure increased knowledge, skills, and confidence of professionals in the area of training through coaching, communities of practice and/or evaluation.
oCoordinate with the Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry to provide registry enrollment support for professionals to seek further professional development opportunities.
oCoordinate with higher education partners to increase professionals' awareness of professional development and academic opportunities.
oSupport outreach and awareness of the Navajo Nation Regional Master's Degree Scholarships and Degree Incentives-Early Learning Systems Change Strategy.
oServe as a professional development resource in the Navajo Nation Region.
oPerforms duties in a manner that supports the First Things First internal culture and mission with respect and cooperation.
oSupports additional opportunities as related to the role and regional functions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
oPreference of a bachelor's degree in a field related to the position (e.
g.
early learning, academic counseling, psychology, organizational development or project management).
oStrong familiarity with the Navajo Nation Region.
oExperience working with communities as a trusted partner and coordinating efforts with diverse community partners.
oExperience in scheduling and coordinating meetings/events, including strong meeting facilitation skills.
Ability to develop and conduct public presentations.
oAbility to travel within the region with State resources and accommodations (e.
g.
short/long distances and overnight work trips).
Reliable internet access preferred if seeking a hybrid position.
oComputer skills in Google Suite, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as, databases, virtual platforms, internet proficiency and other communication devices.
oExperience in Ability to become a trainer in early childhood tools, assessments and resources in order to train community partners first hand.
oBe self-motivated, proactive and able to take responsibility for initiating and following through on tasks.
oBe organized, detail-oriented and have the ability to handle multiple projects under a deadline.
oAbility to work effectively in a team environment to meet goals.
oExperience creating and fostering a mutually respectful environment where diverse contributions and perspectives are valued.
oDemonstrate reliability and productivity working with minimal supervision and maintaining multiple responsibilities with regular and punctual attendance, including the ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
Benefits:
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive.
Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right.
An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement:
ASRSContact Us:
email protected Recommended Skills Assessments Attention To Detail Business Requirements Child Care Communication Devices Databases Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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