Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00215

Department: Boston Centers for Youth & Families

Job classification: Administrative Coordinator

Posting type: Open

Categories: Human Services

Summary

This is a provisional appointment.

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Operations, directs and administers a Community Center program that addresses community needs through a variety of services.

Examples of duties

• Supervise employees and volunteers; develop job descriptions, recruit personnel; schedule, assign, supervise, and review work; evaluate performance; provide on-the-job training and assist employees in the performance of their duties.
• Develops training procedures or programs for use by council and supervisory personnel within the community center.
• Develops, implements, and monitors programs and operational policies and procedures within the community center; defines priorities; ensures compliance with guidelines established by funding sources, central administration, and council.
• Oversees building management and security and coordinates maintenance services.
• Prepares and administers budget; monitors program budgets, reports, and processes payroll.
• Conducts fundraising efforts, writes grant proposals, and develops publicity for use in fundraising campaigns.
• Organizes and assists the council in developing an annual work plan and assists in the recruitment of new council members.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Three to four (3-4) years of full-time experience in the human services/or education field.
• At least one (1) year of administration experience that includes the supervision of staff and budget responsibilities.
• It is preferred that the candidate have experience working with or organizing community groups and working with people from a broad range of social and economic backgrounds.
• It is also preferred that a candidate hold a degree from an accredited four-year college. However, a candidate with or without a degree will be acceptable if that candidate can demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

CORI & SORI CHECK REQUIRED

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SENA/MM5-8

Hours per week: 35