Youth Services Coordinator at City of Peoria

Position Title: Family & Youth Services (FYS) Coordinator

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Make a difference in the lives of Peoria’s youth – join us as a Youth Services Coordinator!

Are you a dynamic leader who’s passionate about youth development and creating impactful programs? The City of Peoria’s Neighborhood & Human Services Department is looking for a Youth Services Coordinator to help shape the future of our city’s youth programs – and we want you on our team!

In this exciting role within the Family & Youth Services Division, you’ll play a key leadership role in managing and enhancing high-quality childcare and enrichment programs for school aged children. You’ll have the opportunity to directly oversee 6+ before and after school sites during the academic year and 2-3 summer camp locations – all designed to provide safe, engaging and fun environments for youth ages 5 to 14. As part of your role, you’ll collaborate with an energetic and dedicated team to:

• Support the growth and improvement of 21 AM/PM (before & after school) program sites located within the Peoria Unified School District
• Help manage our Lil’ Learners preschool program at the Sunrise Family Center
• Mentor, support and inspire a team of site leaders and staff

We are seeking a service-driven, organized and relationship-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven supervisory experience in before/after school programs
• Solid understanding of childcare regulations and licensing standards, preferably with experience navigating the Department of Health Services or similar agencies
• A creative and energetic approach to planning and delivering youth programs
• A true passion for working with children and enhancing their daily experiences
• Proven ability to think critically and solve complex problems

If you’re ready to bring your leadership skills and passion for youth development to a team that values excellence and community impact, we’d love to hear from you!

As a Family & Youth Services Coordinator, you’ll play a key leadership role in delivering exceptional programs and services. Your day-to-day work will include:

• Leading a dedicated team: Recruiting, training and inspiring a large team of part-time seasonal staff, fostering a positive, high-performing work environment.
• Championing safety and compliance: Ensuring all activities follow safety protocols and meet regulatory and licensing standards – keeping our before and after school programs safe, compliant and trusted.
• Delivering excellent service: Responding to customer questions by phone, email and in person with professionalism, empathy and commitment to top-tier customer service.
• Driving program success: Overseeing budgets, forecasting revenue and expense, and analyzing program performance followed by recommendations for smart strategic improvements to meet divisional goals.

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The ideal candidate for this position is someone who:

• Is passionate, driven professional who brings both heart and expertise to youth services.
• Brings a deep commitment to creating meaningful, high-quality programming and opportunities that truly benefit youth participants.
• Believe that details matter and approach every task with care, precision and pride in a job well done.
• Is highly organized and self-motivated, with a strong ability to manage competing priorities and consistently deliver excellent results.
• Has a solution-oriented mindset, approaching challenges with creativity and a “how can we make this work?” attitude.
• Excels in customer services, with the ability to build positive, respectful relationships with parents, participants and staff alike.
• Brings fresh ideas and energy to the team, paired with the initiative and follow-through needed to turn ideas into results.
• Demonstrates integrity, a strong work ethic and a continuous desire to grow, both personally and professionally.
• Has a proven track record in supervising staff across multiple locations, using effective remote management strategies to support accountability, collaboration and high performance.

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone. 

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [email protected] or 623-773-7100.

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