Program Coordinator (Full-Time, Hourly Employee)

Program Coordinator (Full-Time, Hourly Employee)

Trail Lamp Youth Services (TLYS) dba BAM! Business Art MentorshipGrand Junction, CO (Hybrid) | 40 hours/week | $18.27–$23.08/hourfull-time annual equivalent: approximately $38,001.60–$48,006.40, based on 2,080 hours worked per yearRegular Saturday morning programming required, plus occasional evenings and events

About BAM!

BAM! Business Art Mentorship is a youth-centered program of Trail Lamp Youth Services in Grand Junction, Colorado. We create safe, affirming spaces where underserved and LGBTQ2S+ youth build confidence, leadership, connection, and future opportunities through art, entrepreneurship, and community. Our work is grounded in equity, trauma-informed practice, and the belief that every young person deserves to feel seen, supported, and valued.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator helps keep BAM!’s youth programs organized and running smoothly. This role combines behind-the-scenes coordination with in-person support during programs and events. The Program Coordinator reports to the Program Manager and works closely with the Executive Director.

This role is a strong fit for someone who is organized, dependable, comfortable working with youth, and able to manage details while staying focused on the mission. The ideal candidate communicates clearly, follows through, works well independently, and shows up as a steady, affirming presence for youth and team members.

Seasonal Role Overview

January through March: The role is more systems-focused and administrative, including onboarding support, training coordination, scheduling, tracking documents and participation, and keeping internal systems organized.

April through December: The role becomes more in-person and program-facing. The Program Coordinator is expected to be a visible, reliable presence across BAM! programs and events, including Art Club, BAM! Entrepreneurs, workshops, outreach events, field trips, festivals, and youth productions. Full participation during assigned programs and events is expected.

Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Coordination and Systems

Maintain organized onboarding and training systems for staff, mentors, volunteers, contractors, and youth employees

Track documents, attendance, rosters, schedules, and participation using Google Sheets and related tools

Maintain organized records in Google Drive, Monday.com, JotForm, and related systems

Draft and send reminders, follow-ups, and internal communications

Maintain organized storage/inventory of program supplies

Training and Onboarding Support

Coordinate training schedules, reminders, materials, and follow-up communication

Prepare support materials such as checklists, guides, handouts, and slide decks

Support orientations and trainings through logistics, note-taking, and follow-through

In-Person Program and Event Support

Be present for the full duration of assigned programs and events

Help with announcements, mentor coordination, attendance, youth transportation logistics, setup, materials, and schedule flow

Serve as a reliable point of support for youth, mentors, and volunteers during programming

Communicate concerns or logistical issues to leadership in a timely way

Youth Support and Team Communication

Help maintain a safe, affirming, trauma-informed environment for youth

Support youth with professionalism, warmth, and clear boundaries

Help connect youth to support and resources as needed, following BAM! protocols

Maintain clear communication with the Program Manager and Executive Director

Coordinate with mentors, volunteers, and youth staff around schedules and expectations

Help maintain accurate participation records and basic program data

Ideal Candidate

Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable

Comfortable balancing systems work with in-person youth programming

Proactive in communication and follow-through

Calm, grounded, and professional during live programs and events

Affirming and respectful with youth

Committed to equity, inclusion, trauma-informed practice, and BAM!’s mission

QualificationsRequired

At least 2 years of relevant experience in youth-serving, community-based, coordination, or program support work (nonprofit preferred)

Experience working directly with youth ages 12–21

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong organization and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks

Experience using Google Workspace, especially Google Sheets and Google Drive

Experience coordinating logistics for programs, trainings, events, or community-based work

Availability for regular Saturday programming and evenings/events

Commitment to equity, inclusion, LGBTQ2S+ affirmation, and trauma-informed practice

Preferred

Experience working with underserved populations, including LGBTQ2S+, BIPOC, or youth facing systemic barriers

Experience supporting live programs, workshops, or events

Experience with Monday.com, JotForm, or similar systems

Lived and/or professional experience connected to the communities BAM! serves

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, hourly, nonexempt W-2 employee position. Pay is $18.27–$23.08/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

The annual equivalent listed above is for illustration purposes only and reflects what this hourly rate would equal if working 2,080 hours in a full year. Compensation is based on actual hours worked.

Trail Lamp Youth Services covers required employer-paid payroll costs and insurance in accordance with applicable law, including employer payroll taxes, workers’ compensation, and unemployment insurance.

Benefits include:

Paid time off (PTO) is provided in accordance with TLYS policy and the current Employee Handbook

Five paid holidays

$100/month wellness stipend

Professional development support, as available

Annual cost-of-living raises and/or performance bonuses based on reviews

Paid lunch breaks

To Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to admin@bambizart.org.

In your cover letter, please address all of the following: Applications that do not follow this step will not be considered.

Why are you interested in this role and BAM!’s mission?

What is your experience supporting youth ages 12-21 and/or underserved communities, including LGBTQ2S+ and BIPOC?

Explain a time you supported the logistics of multiple programs, events, or trainings, including your role and describe how you helped keep things on track.

Please give a brief example of tools you have used to organize program tasks and documentation, for onboarding, training, scheduling, or rosters.

How does equity show up in your day-to-day work?

Are you currently employed elsewhere and, if so, what is your plan for transitioning fully into this full-time role?

Pay: $18.27 - $23.08 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person