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Function Help shape safe, fun, and enriching before- and after-school experiences for Hampton’s youth. The Program Coordinator – School Age Programs leads the daily operations of multiple School Age Program (SAP) sites in partnership with Hampton City Schools. This role oversees staff, activities, and program quality to ensure children and families receive high-quality educational and recreational experiences.
In this role, you will:
- Lead and supervise staff teams delivering educational, enrichment, athletic, and recreational activities at multiple school sites.
- Plan, coordinate, and manage program schedules and special events, including working with vendors and community partners.
- Support behavior management by meeting with parents/guardians to address inappropriate behavior or disciplinary concerns.
- Facilitate team meetings and staff training to build skills, improve performance, and support professional growth.
- Market SAP programs through outreach, social media, and community presentations to increase awareness and participation.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor operations, staff performance, and adherence to policies, safety standards, and program expectations.
- Assess facility and program needs, maximize use of available resources, and develop partnerships with schools and community organizations.
- Assist the Program Manager with administrative tasks such as budgeting, expenditure tracking, data collection, and supply purchasing.
- Recruit, interview, hire, train, and evaluate staff; provide ongoing coaching and participate in performance and disciplinary decisions as needed.
- Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD) in the absence of the Program Manager when assigned and perform related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in the related field.
- Three (3) years in child development, education, and recreational youth services.
- A minimum of (1) year of supervisory experience is required.
- Any acceptable combination of experience and education, which qualifies the applicant for this particular position, may be considered for the more specific requirements outlined above.
- Must possess a current American Red Cross First Aid Certificate, CPR certificate, and certification by the National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification within 6 months of employment.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license issued have a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
- Must successfully pass a Child Protective Services Check and background checks related to the class.
- This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
- May be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or must possess a Commercial Driver's License instruction permit and obtain the CDL within 90 days of employment.
Additional Requirements
- The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergencies, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
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“Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of fun, rich, and diverse waterfront history, as well as a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits.”
Benefits
Benefits Overview
This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:
- Sentara Health Plans
- EAP Provider: ComPsych
- OptumRx
- Delta Dental Insurance
- Anthem Blue View Vision
- FSA Reimbursement accounts
- Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
- Chubb Term Life Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Virginia 529
- Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
- Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
- Other forms of leave include:
- Maternity Leave
- Parental Bonding Leave
- Care for Sick Parent Leave
- Birthday Leave
- Personal day (available every quarter)
The eleven paid holidays each year include:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's birthday
- The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.
- Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.
- Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.
- Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
- Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
- Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.