Position Vacancies - April 2025

COLUMBUS COUNTY PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN  seeks a coordinator for the Smart Start Early Learning and Family Resource Center (ELF). This Full- time (30 hours/week) position supports the education of young children in Columbus County.  

Submit resumes and cover letters to Selena.rowell@columbussmartstart.orgon or before Monday, April 28 at noon.

For more information call Dr. Selena Rowell at 910-499-4548. Send resume and cover letter to selena.rowell@columbussmartstart.org. APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. 

Brief Program Description

The Smart Start Early Learning Facility (ELF) is an integral part of the Columbus County Partnership for Children’s service delivery system. Early educators at child care facilities, head start programs and North Carolina Pre-K sites may utilize ELF resources to supplement their curricula and parents may utilize the Facility to enhance their educational efforts with children ages birth to five.  

Description of Position of ELF Activity Coordinator

The ELF Activity Coordinator will be responsible for the day to day operation of the ELF as well as participating in additional activities that facilitate the accomplishment of the Smart Start mission and goals. The following are requirements of the position. 

Management Skills - Environment 

The ELF Activity Coordinator: 

· Organizes printed and non-printed materials, videos, equipment, and facility for effective and efficient utilization and circulation. 

· Ensures that the facility is attractive at all times.

· Ensures that all materials and equipment are in good repair and ready to use.

· Keeps the collection current by recommending quality print and non-print materials and equipment for purchase. 

· Ensures that the facility is easily accessible and is conducive to learning and facilitation of the early learning process. 

· Maintains the catalog of resources. 

· Effectively utilizes clerical, volunteer, student and/or other personnel to provide quality library service to users. 

· Maintains appropriate records of resources as they are checked out and returned 

· Processes materials simply and efficiently. 

Assessment of Program 

The ELF Activity Coordinator: 

· Evaluates and recommends materials needed to meet the specified needs of early educators, children and parents who will be using the ELF. 

· Determines the needs of patrons as a basis for the selection of new materials and equipment. 

· Does a periodic inventory of all ELF resources. 

· Recommends the withdrawal of outdated and worn out materials. 

Interpersonal Relationships 

The ELF Activity Coordinator: 

· Interacts positively with other agency staff and all patrons of the Early Learning Facility 

· Coordinates and cooperates with other partners of the agency and with early education facilities and parents

· Helps staff make full use of the services and resources of the ELF. 

· Maintains an appearance appropriate for professional assignment. 

Professional Responsibilities 

The ELF Activity Coordinator: 

· Promotes the usage of the ELF, its programs and services. 

· Develops a collection that supports the early education goal of the Partnership and Smart Start. 

· Organizes, checking, processing, and maintaining of ELF materials. 

· Serves as a partner with parents to help encourage and motivate their children to read through a variety of methods.

Technology Leadership 

The ELF Activity Coordinator: 

· Assists patrons of the ELF with technology. 

· Maintains a working knowledge of software applications 

· Provides basic instruction to patrons for equipment use. 

· Assists patrons with computer and/or AV equipment problems.

 Desired Qualifications

· Graduate of or currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education curriculum or related curriculum. 

· Experience working with children ages birth to five

· Experience with a variety of technology/equipment

· Good organizational skills

· Excellent communication skills

· Desire to work with young children and their parents/caregivers

· Good clerical skills

· Willingness to work flexible schedule which may include some weekends

· Willingness to perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision

· The ELF activity coordinator reports directly to the Executive Director.

Columbus County Partnership for Children makes recruitment, employment, promotional and all other Human Resource decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. 

COLUMBUS COUNTY PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN seeks applicants for full-time position Community Outreach Program Support Specialist.

Successful candidates must possess skills which will help to promote community awareness of Columbus County Partnership for Children programs and services and help cultivate broad-based collaborative efforts among service agencies, individuals, families, child care providers and community groups in order to increase participation in related evidence-based activities.

General qualifications include excellent organizational, clerical and oral/written communication skills; knowledge of Smart Start programs and services; proven social media and marketing experience; excellent rapport with community members; knowledge of trauma and resilience. 

For more information call Dr. Selena Rowell at 910-499-4548. Send resume and cover letter to selena.rowell@columbussmartstart.org. APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. 

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time (30 hours/week)

WORK LOCATION: 109 W. Main St., Whiteville, NC 

PURPOSE: The ultimate goal of the Program Support Specialist is to maximize positive outcomes for young children through evidence based and age appropriate activities.
 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Superior computer skills including designing flyers, brochures, newsletters, etc.
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Website development and Management
• Willingness to work flexible schedule which may include some evenings and weekends
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills

Desired Education and Experience

• Minimum of Associate’s degree in marketing, public relations, communications or related field (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• Proven skills writing content for social media, news outlets and Public Service Announcements
• Experience using successful marketing strategies including social media marketing platforms
• Knowledge of Smart Start programs and services
• An acceptable combination of education and experience relevant to the job requirements
   

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Program Support Specialist will participate in outreach activities for the agency; promote community awareness of Columbus County Partnership for Children programs and services; and help cultivate broad based collaborative efforts among service agencies, individuals, families, child care providers and community groups designed to increase participation in related evidence-based activities.

The Program Support Specialist will work with the family engagement and other Partnership programs to recruit program participants and perform other related functions as necessary.
 

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Build and strengthen relationships with community organizations serving children age birth to 5 and their families.
• Produce and edit Partnership newsletters, flyers and other print and electronic communications.
• Plan and provide logistical organization of the Partnership’s participation in community festivals and events. 
• Develop outreach materials for the Partnership, i.e. brochures, newspaper inserts, press releases, public service announcements, presentations, videos, and other media messages.
• Manage content on website and social media platforms.
• Serve as a liaison between the Columbus County Partnership for Children, Child Care Providers, Human Services Agencies, and the Community at large.
• Increase community awareness and support of Smart Start.
• Participate in all outreach activities of the Columbus County Partnership for Children.
• Represent the Partnership at community events
• Track and monitor special events and in-kind and cash contributions from events
• Prepare monthly/quarterly reports, as required
• Assist with coordination of fundraising activities.
• Participate in job appropriate Smart Start trainings, meetings and professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director. 

 For more information call Dr. Selena Rowell at 910-499-4548. Send resume and cover letter to selena.rowell@columbussmartstart.org. OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Columbus County Partnership for Children makes recruitment, employment, promotional and all other Human Resource decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.