Description
Position: Resource Coordinator
Hours of Employment: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Monday-Thursday
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Fridays (non-school days)
(Occasional weekday evenings and weekends will be required)
Work Location: In-Person
Salary Range: $50,000 – $60,000, based on experience and qualifications
Immediate Supervisor: Director of Community School Initiatives
Employment Type: Full-time | Exempt
Position Overview: Responsible for coordinating and aligning resources with the needs of families, students, and the general school communities. Serves as a vital connector of schools to those they serve, while managing resources needed to enhance learning communities. Requires a passion for making a positive impact in the community, exceptional organizational skills in a fast-paced environment, and strong relationship skills with diverse stakeholders.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Partner closely with school-based leadership to understand needs and provide ongoing, responsive support that addresses the whole school community.
- Actively attend and participate in aligned meetings and trainings within the community school network.
- Manage projects related to the coordination and distribution of essential resources that support students and families.
- Communicate consistently and effectively with internal teams to ensure alignment, collaboration, and shared goals.
- Plan, coordinate, and lead school events and district-based events, as assigned.
- Refer and connect community members to public health and essential resources as needed.
- Collect, track, and maintain accurate quantitative and qualitative data related to programs, services, and engagement.
- Use data and feedback to assess impact, identify trends, and recommend improvements or adjustments to programming.
- Administer surveys and assessments to gather input from stakeholders and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure all programs and events are implemented in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and organizational standards.
- Support and, when appropriate, lead stewardship and relationship-building with schools, partners, and external stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with students, families, school staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Support in-school, after-hours and extended day community school activities as requested.
- Provide training, guidance, and support to staff members aligned with program goals and responsibilities.
- Facilitate both formal and informal presentations to external audiences to share impact, strengthen partnerships, and build support.
Expectations of all Employees:
- Must have reliable transportation and be willing to use a personal vehicle to transport program/event materials between sites as needed.
- Work in collaboration with the broader organization to facilitate school, community, and volunteer programs and events (NOTE: Must be able to remain in a stationary or mobile position, as the shift demands, and move equipment/supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.)
- Develop and nurture appropriate relationships with all stakeholders
- Maintain NCCP standards of professionalism
- Actively participate in all trainings and workshops
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- College courses in Education, Project/Event Management, or related field of study
- Proven experience in project and/or case management
- Excellent computer and administrative skills; proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills to match different stakeholders (partners, donors, school staff, families, colleagues)
- Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools to assess program effectiveness
- Ability to think critically and adapt to changing environments and manage challenges effectively
- High level of organization and attention to detail, ability to multitask
Additional Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Project/Event Management, or a related field
- Bilingual Spanish/English skills
- Previous experience in program, project or event planning, implementation, and evaluation (4+ years)
- Previous people and project management experience (2+ years)
Employee Benefits:
- Health benefits with multiple plan options (BCBSIL HMO and PPO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistant Program
- Vision and Dental benefits
- Paid holidays
- Generous paid time off
- Company paid life insurance
- 401K with company matching
- Ongoing training and professional development
Equal Opportunity Employer:
North Chicago Community Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all Employees and Applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.?The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation and training.
North Chicago Community Partners was founded in 2008 to help address the negative effects of inequitable school funding in North Chicago and raise awareness of the need for educational opportunities for all children. For over 17 years, NCCP has leveraged the resources of corporate partners and volunteers to provide a menu of programs and services that complement classroom instruction, enhance student learning, and support whole child and family development.
NCCP’s unique community school model operates in all of the traditional public schools in North Chicago Community Unit School District 187 (D187). NCCP is supported by 2,500 volunteers, 50 community partners, and a diverse and dedicated team of over 45 employees.?All of NCCP’s employees, partners, and volunteers have made a conscious decision to work alongside principals and teachers and to fight for equitable educational opportunities.
Ready to use your skills, passion and flexibility to make a difference for students and families in North Chicago’s public schools? Want to work alongside volunteers and an inspiring group of colleagues with a variety of backgrounds and interests to move the needle on equity? Have a knack for organization and behind the scenes work? Send your resume and a brief email explaining your career interests to careers@northchicagocommunitypartners.org. We are eager to expand our team with individuals like you!