Job Title: Youth Program Coordinator

Reports to: Program Manager

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Employment Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt (Seasonal Evenings and Weekends Required)

Salary Range: $40,000–$45,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Start Date: Summer 2025

Organizational Overview

Open Field is a sport-based youth development nonprofit that uses the global game of soccer to improve the lives and futures of youth. Our programs focus on social-emotional learning, leadership development, healthy lifestyles, and academic success—particularly with immigrant and refugee communities in low-income neighborhoods in Pittsburgh. Through soccer, mentorship, and community engagement, we create a safe and inclusive environment where youth thrive on and off the field.

Position Summary

The Youth Program Coordinator plays a vital role in delivering Open Field’s soccer-based youth development programming in Pittsburgh. This individual will help plan and implement after-school and weekend soccer sessions for youth ages 6–18, train and support volunteer coach mentors, and build strong relationships with youth, families, and community partners. This role is ideal for a highly organized, youth-centered professional who thrives in community settings and is skilled at creating inclusive and supportive spaces for young people to grow and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Program Implementation

• Lead all aspects of the Youth Programs, including logistics (registration, coaches training, schedules, transportation, jerseys, fields, referees, etc.) for seasonal youth programming (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and Summer camp
• Plan and facilitate soccer-based programming for youth of various ages and skill levels, serving as lead staff person on site
• Develop and utilize SBYD curriculum to integrate life skills, leadership, and social-emotional learning into programming
• Cultivate positive relationships with youth, families, and program partners
• Monitor and manage supplies and equipment; ensure proper field and facility setup
• Ensure safe, welcoming, and trauma-informed program environments

Youth & Family Engagement

• Serve as the primary contact for youth participants ages 6-14 and their families regarding program participation
• Track participant progress and provide regular communication and support to youth and families
• Maintain accurate records of sessions, mentor meetings, and post-secondary plans
• Support scheduling of workshops, events, and meetings

Volunteer & Coach Mentor Support

• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer coach mentors
• Provide ongoing support and feedback to volunteers during sessions
• Help organize pre-season and mid-season training workshops
• Promote positive role modeling and cultural responsiveness among all coaches

Organizational Support

·       Support other Open Field programs as needed (i.e. be on site for college games and Future Forward)

• Proactively identify challenges, conflicts, and quality improvement opportunities and implement solutions grounded in organizational culture, values, and goals
• Represent Open Field at community events and collaborative partner meetings
• Participate in fundraising events by inviting participants/attendees, soliciting in-kind donations for raffles/auctions, and ‘hosting’ the event
• Contribute to program reports, communications, and storytelling
• Contribute to overall organizational strategy and growth

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in education, social work, youth development, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience working with children or teens in a community, school, or recreational setting
• Availability to work evenings and weekends during program seasons
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Cultural competency and commitment to serving diverse communities
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Ability to build trusting relationships with youth, families, schools, and community partners
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred:

• Bilingual (Swahili, Spanish, Arabic, Nepali, or other languages spoken by local immigrant communities)
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, or delivering youth sports programming
• Familiarity with Sport-Based Youth Development or trauma-informed approaches

Benefits

• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Generous PTO, holidays, and flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities
• Meaningful work in a mission-driven organization
• Opportunities for professional development and coaching certifications

To Apply:

Send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: Youth Program Coordinator Application – [Your Name]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.