Community Action Agency of Southern New Mexico, Inc. (CAASNM,) is a non-profit organization that works with people of limited resources to increase their independence and quality of life. We are a team-oriented workplace that collaborates with many community groups to help people become self-sufficient and empowered to pursue their future goals. We are recruiting for the following position:
Kids Can – Rural Project Coordinator: Full-time with benefits (medical, dental/vision, retirement snd generous annal/sick leave), $16-18 per hour, 30-40 hours
Full-time position at CAASNM’s main office in Las Cruces, NM (Remote telework as needed for rural program coordinators). Position will be supervised by the Kids Can Program Director. Responsible for facilitating In and out of school time program(s) for elementary, middle and high school age youth; Plan and execute meeting logistics, youth learning opportunities as well as large public events; support in the development of youth business building classroom resource and management tools, instruct and/or facilitate programming, promote the social-emotional and intellectual well-being of participants, perform various administrative and programmatic duties for the Program Director.
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred; highly organized; ability to interact with the public of all ages in a friendly and congenial manner; strong interpersonal skills; culturally competent and able to work with diverse populations with urban or rural communities throughout Southern New Mexico.
Assist with the planning of youth development programs (entrepreneurship, leadership, public speaking, and life skills), youth projects and other workshops across the region. Coordinate logistics for community and youth events and provide support throughout the meeting/event. Create, maintain and update the organization’s social media accounts. Attend outreach events on behalf of the agency. Some Saturdays and evenings are required. Other related duties as assigned.
The deadline for applications is August 15, 2023.
A completed application, resume and cover letter is required to be considered for the position.
Please send or deliver to Attn: Fiscal Director, CAASNM, 3880 Foothills Road, Ste A, Las Cruces, NM 88011.
Job Description and application Link: https://www.caasnm.org/employment-opportunities/ (application is attached)
Questions about this position can be directed to: April Christensen, kidscan.yep@gmail.com
575-527-8799 Ext. 117 | Cell (575) 543-5991
La X 96.7- Para Las Cruces, De Las Cruces