Bridge Builders Program Specialist

POSITION TITLE:      Bridge Builders Program Specialist

REPORTS TO:           Bridge Builders Training Manager 

DIRECT REPORTS:    None

FLSA:    Part-Time,  Regular

COMPENSATION:     $18 per hour. Approximately 20-25 hours per week. This position is for months                                                      

September 2026 - May 2027

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Bridge Builders Specialist actively facilitates Bridge Builders events and workshops and actively recruits students for programs and events.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Programming 

1. Serve as Lead Staff Facilitator for Bridge Builders COLLABORATE training, electives, community actions, and other activities as needed. 

2. Collaborate with Training Manager for event preparation and delivery

3. Provide any feedback to the Curriculum Coordinator for possible updates

4. Assist with the interviewing of summer facilitators, including assistant conference coordinators 

Communication 

1. Work with the Outreach and Recruitment team for outreach and promotion of Bridge Builders events and students 

2. Provide seamless ongoing communication with Bridge Builders students, parents, and community partners.  

3. Provide stewardship of participants/partners, including acknowledgments, regular correspondence, newsletters, website information, and follow-up reports as appropriate for the program

Data & Evaluation Support 

1. Use Salesforce to maintain accurate participant recruitment and retention data; submit required status reports in a timely manner.

2. Input all data in the data management system in a timely manner 

3. Log attendance records for Bridges Builders in the Salesforce system. 

4. Keep Bridge Builders records updated, accurate and report any issues with evaluation and data to the Director of Evaluation 

5. Maintain accurate records of transactions in accordance with BRIDGES policies.

6. When working on multiple assignments, prioritize with guidance from the supervisor. 

General Responsibilities

1. This position will represent BRIDGES at events, conferences, meetings, public forums, etc., often requiring speaking in front of large groups.

2. Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by any program staff

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School graduate or one or more years of directly related experience; in lieu of degree, six years of directly related experience

2. Strong written and verbal communication skills

3. Experience facilitating workshops and learning sessions for youth and adults

4. Well-organized and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

5. Experience using MS Office, Google Suite, and project management software 

6. Represent and speak to groups on behalf of BRIDGES at events, conferences, meetings, etc.

REQUIRED BEHAVIORS AND CHARACTERISTICS 

1. Genuine interest, knowledge, and passion for working with diverse youth and adults

2. Commitment to youth-led social change and conviction that as leaders, youth can contribute meaningfully to their community

3. Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task while maintaining high-quality accountability measurements and documentation of all program activities 

4. Ability to collaborate to ensure the validity and reliability of evaluation across multiple forms

5. Ability to be self-directed and take initiative and act independently to complete performance assessments consistent with standard BRIDGES and practices and policies and commitment to students

6. Must have effective verbal and written communication skills

7. Strength in developing and maintaining positive working relationships with BRIDGES participants, parents, staff, volunteers, service members, community partners, and other stakeholders

8. Ability to be flexible and resolve problems

9. A lifelong learner who seeks to expand their base of knowledge

WORKING CONDITIONS

 Work is performed under general supervision 

1. Work hours are generally 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday, with evening and weekend work and occasional travel.

2. Work is performed at the BRIDGES Center and other locations approved by the Training Manager, Director of Bridge Builders, or Chief Program Officer

3. Successful candidates must have dependable transportation to attend required events and programs.

4. Successful candidates must participate actively in and become proficient in all activities associated with the AutoZone Challenge Course and Memphis Grizzlies Climbing Wall.

In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

BRIDGES strives for a workplace that is diverse and inclusive. We encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans.