Position Summary: Civic Nebraska partners with Community Learning Centers to create opportunities and support services for improved student learning and development, stronger families, and healthier neighborhoods. These programs provide a healthy dinner, academic enrichment, and a fun, safe, civically engaged environment for youth after school. 

The Site Director position is a full-time, salaried position employed by Civic Nebraska and located within Lothrop Elementary School. Hours vary but extend until at least 6:00 pm on student attendance days with some evenings and weekends required. Site Directors function as neutral facilitators in neighborhoods by partnering with and utilizing a wide array of community organizations and agencies.

As our school community coordinator, you will get to;

• Serve as an advocate for youth, families, and neighborhood residents.
• Partner with the ELO Program Manager to plan, schedule and direct daily routines, activities, and operations of the site.
• Develop relationships and partnerships with Community-Based Organizations (CBO), local businesses, Omaha Public Schools (OPS) personnel, and neighborhood residents that support the goals of the program.
• Work cooperatively with the Civic Nebraska administrators, school administration, and CBO’s in the development and oversight of the annual site budget and program planning.
• Attend school team meetings, PTO/PTA meetings, OPS meetings, required Civic Nebraska staff meetings, and any administration meetings required by the school.
• Partner with the People and Culture team to recruit, train, supervise and evaluate the performance of staff and volunteers.
• Work with Programs Manager to facilitate program staff meetings and staff training and development.
• Complete necessary reports and maintain statistical records including compliance with Collective For Youth, other funders, Civic Nebraska requirements, and Nebraska Department of Education
• Review and analyze monthly financial reports in consultation with the Civic Nebraska finance team.
• Partner with the Communications Director to develop and maintain public relations strategies that increase the awareness and utilization of the program activities.
• Maintain community service resources and information to promote available opportunities and build community connections.
• Oversee direct service programs related to after school/community programs that serve youth and families.
• Plan and execute school-based events, family nights, and community partnership events which encourage family, community, and student involvement.
• Demonstrate ongoing awareness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles and apply cultural competencies to develop inclusive and responsive extended learning opportunities for youth.
• Oversee the collection of Title XX subsidies processes from family enrollment to collection, maintain licensing and subsidy requirements for both Title XX and DHHS Licensing.

This position might be a good fit for you if you have;

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, education or child/youth development preferred
• Curriculum development experience 
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record in relationship building
• Strong communication, including verbal and written communication
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, handle confidential information, and be adaptable
• A minimum of two years experience working with school-aged children
• Supervisory experience preferred

Salary & Benefits

This position will earn a salary ranging from $52,000 upward, dependent upon skills and experience. Benefit options include medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage, 80% covered by the employer. The position includes unlimited paid time off and a 401K option. This is a full-time, exempt position.  

To apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references to Sarah Walker, at sarah.walker@civicnebraska.org by April 21, 2025

Join Civic Nebraska and help us create a brighter, stronger future for all. Let’s make a difference together!

Civic Nebraska is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, and those from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Civic Nebraska does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.