Job Description

The City of Topeka’s Police Department is seeking an organized administrative professional to join its team as its Police Athletic League (PAL) Assistant Coordinator. As a civilian member of the Police department, this position plays an important role in supporting PAL’s mission to offer affordable sports programs for local youth.

The PAL Assistant Coordinator will assist with scheduling, logistics, youth activities, and volunteer coordination. Their support ensures smooth program operation, allowing youth throughout the community opportunities to learn teamwork, sportsmanship, conflict resolution and positive self-image through team sports.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the planning, coordination, and operation of Topeka PAL programs and events
• Coordinate scheduling, facility use, and logistics
• Maintain accurate attendance, participation, and budget records
• Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers

The ideal candidate has:

• Knowledge of 501(c)(3) organizational parameters and guidelines
• A passion for community engagement
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent communication skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or its equivalent is required. An associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, social work, youth development, education or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clerical experience is required. Experience with nonprofit or municipal program administration is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth programs, recreation, education, or community engagement is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license and must be insurable within the standards set by the City of Topeka’s insurance carrier.
• Must pass an extensive background check, including a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check, KBI fingerprinting, and polygraph.

Entry rate of pay: $21.60 - $24.52 per hour, depending on qualifications

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The City of Topeka offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Health/Dental Insurance
• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System which totals over 315,000 active, inactive and retired members and manages approximately $20 billion in assets for KPERS members' benefits.
• Generous paid vacation leave and separate paid sick leave, and one additional paid personal leave day each year
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Free in-house Wellness Center, a full-service fitness facility
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program.

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer