Position:  Program Coordinator, Civics Engagement – Full Time/Non-Exempt

Department: Community Impact

Reports to: Program Manager, Civics Engagement  

Location: Arizona Cardinals (Tempe, AZ)

Format: In-person

Cardinals Organizational Summary:   

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a professional football team within the National Football League (NFL). We compete in the National Football Conference (NFC) West division and call State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Arizona, our home.

As one of the oldest pro football franchises in the U.S., the Club has established itself as a sport and cultural hallmark within Arizona, as well as a trailblazer for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives and firsts around the League.  Our vision is to build a leading sports organization that competes for championships, drives business results, creates loyal fans, develops proud employees, and inspires hope in our community. We are relentless in our pursuit of greatness on and off the field, while positively impacting our people, our fans, and our community.

If you want to join an organization that values putting the team first, doing what is right, growing with positivity, valuing every voice, while driving performance, we would love for you to join our team. Learn more about the Arizona Cardinals and see what’s happening here. 

Summary:  

The Arizona Cardinals are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Program Coordinator, Civics Engagement to support the implementation and ongoing management of the Civics Matters Arizona program. This program empowers middle and high school students across Arizona through three core pillars: the Civics Matters App/Website, the Civics Matters Trip, and the Civics Matters Combine. This role will play a key role in outreach, event coordination, participant support, and digital engagement, helping to ensure the program meets its annual engagement goal of 40,000 students for the first year.

Primary Job Duties:

The Program Coordinator, Civics Engagement will have daily responsibilities including, without limitation, to the following:  

• Assist in managing day-to-day logistics for all three Civics Matters initiatives.
• Support teacher and student onboarding for the Civics Matters App/Website.
• Coordinate registration and scheduling for trips, events, and application-based participation.
• Help administer and track learning modules and essay submissions, including managing essay audits.
• Serve as the frontline contact for teachers, schools, and students participating in the program.
• Coordinate email, phone, and in-person outreach to schools (with a focus on Title I and expansion schools).
• Build and maintain waitlists and pipelines of interested schools and educators.
• Track and manage partner communications.
• Assist with planning and execution of the Civics Matters Combine, including registration and session coordination for students and educators.
• Provide on-site support for field trips and events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements 

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in education, public service, youth development, or related field
• Experience: 1-2 years of program coordination or outreach experience, preferable with youth programs or education
• Strong communication, organization, and administrative skills
• Passion for civic education, youth engagement, and community outreach
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Self-starter who is energized by people and mission-driven work
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Willingness to travel across Arizona and work occasional nights, weekends, and/or holidays for events; hours will vary depending on business needs
• Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check

Cardinals Benefits/Perks Summary: 

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club has developed a comprehensive benefits package that provides economic and inclusive benefits to full-time employees. The Cardinals benefits offer care, protection, and support for employees and their loved ones. The Cardinals organization encourages an environment that is conducive to living a healthy, productive, and flexible lifestyle. 

Benefits and Perks include, but are not limited to:  

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire 
• 401 (k) retirement option with employer match contribution 
• Paid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals) 
• Paid Time Off for most Federal holidays  
• Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement 
• MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options 
• Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia  
• Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities  
• Daily free lunch  
• Complimentary season tickets  
• Subsidized gym memberships  

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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