IMPACT NW: Impact NW started 50 years ago when a group of neighbors came together to address the growing poverty in their Southeast Portland neighborhood. Ever since, Impact NW has created life-changing partnerships with our clients to help them find their way and achieve their life goals. Key to our success is the cultural, educational, ethnic and social diversity of our employees. We tap our deep, diverse knowledge and experiences to build relationships with clients from many backgrounds and provide the extra guidance our clients desire. If you believe in what we do, join our team. Together, we can find a way.

PROGRAM INFO: AKA Science (All Kids Are Scientists) is a fun, hands-on science afterschool program for elementary and early middle school students funded by the Portland Children’s Levy. The AKA Science program provides free science kits to more than 50 eligible Portland schools year-round. Kits include field-tested curriculum, class leader training, and all the supplies needed to bring the curriculum to life. The AKA Science curriculum rotates on a 3-year cycle, with topics that include biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, earth science, and forensic science.

JOB SUMMARY: The AKA Science Program Coordinator works with the Program Supervisor to prepare hands-on after school science classes that engage diverse elementary school students. The Coordinator position is primarily a back-end organizational role, and requires a detail-oriented self-starter who is comfortable juggling a variety of tasks independently such as supply ordering, inventory management, curriculum development, and activity testing. The position also involves periodic, highly interactive phases of coordinating volunteers and training instructors, and requires someone who can connect successfully with many different groups of people. Job hours are Monday through Friday from 9 am-5 pm, with some flexibility required to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Job Title: AKA Science Program Coordinator

Classification: Full Time

Salary: $17.00-$21.00/hr + $.50 bilingual pay differential

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and coordinate supply kit preparation, assembly, storage, and distribution, including off-site kit-building events with community partners
• Reach out to volunteers (including individuals and corporate/community groups), coordinate & communicate cordially with volunteer liaisons, and work with Supervisor to build new community partnerships
• Test and revise hands-on science activities as needed (for 2-3 topics per year)
• Update curriculum documents and supply spreadsheets as directed, including working with Supervisor to develop new curriculum, content, and formats
• Comparison shop online/in-person and purchase supplies for up to 80+ kits per school term
• Organize and maintain supply inventory and tracking, including warehouse organization and inventory system
• Coordinate, support, and provide recognition to volunteers throughout the kit-building process, including coordinating thank-you gifts/cards post-kit-building
• Facilitate AKA Science trainings for instructors (in groups and one-on-one), including working with Supervisor to update/improve training format and content
• Produce supplemental instructor resources (e.g. activity photos, worksheets, and extension activities)
• Work with Supervisor to represent the program at partner meetings, community workshops, SUN school events, and volunteer recruitment events
• Reach out to community partners to leverage monetary and in-kind supply donations for program purposes
• Recruit volunteers as needed; provide guidance and support to volunteers and interns
• Track information in multiple program databases
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Complete and submit in a timely manner all required Impact NW timesheets, financial documentation, volunteer hours, and reports

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in science, education, or a related field
• Familiarity with science concepts and the ability to translate them into activities and explanations for elementary-aged youth
• Experience working with youth in educational programs
• Experience with K-8 curriculum development 
• Excellent coordination and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and complete multiple and varied tasks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to work independently
• Ability to reach out to and collaborate with a broad spectrum of community members
• Ability to facilitate instructor trainings and volunteer events for up to 20 volunteers at a time
• Ability to travel efficiently in the Portland area via regular access to a personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement (this requires a valid driver's license, adequate insurance coverage on the vehicle, and a history of safe driving)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs/Sheets, and online research and purchasing
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information and engage in creative problem-solving
• Sensitivity to and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles, cultures, and socioeconomic levels
• Ability to work effectively within a strengths-based service delivery model
• Availability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Willingness to work as a team member and support the mission and goals of Impact NW
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with volunteer outreach, coordination, and support 
• Experience managing a large inventory
• Bilingual and/or bicultural skills
• Experience with SUN Community Schools (SUN is a key partner) or other after school programs

THIS JOB REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

• Repetitive motion, prolonged sitting, and extensive visual involvement;
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and engage in frequent bending up and down;
• Ability to efficiently travel locally in order to perform duties and other agency related errands;
• Ability to work back and forth between a supply warehouse (not climate-controlled) and a cubicle with a medium-high level of background noise.

BENEFITS:

• 100% employer-paid medical, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life insurance for full-time employees.
• Attractive PTO and Vacation Policy.
• 401(K) with employer matching.
• Opportunity to grow through training and professional development.