Community Prevention Project Coordinator

Community Prevention Project Coordinator

Salary

$35.85 - $43.61 Hourly

Location

ESD 112 - Vancouver Campus

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202602939

Department

STUDENT & SCHOOL SUCCESS

Program

PREVENTION & YOUTH SERVICES

Opening Date

06/12/2026

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Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV Application Guide and Frequently Asked Questions.

General Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Prevention Program Manager, the Community Prevention Project Coordinator will manage federal, state and private grants that support community based prevention coalitions.

A complete application will include:

• Work history going back 10 years (if applicable)
• At least three professional references contact information
• A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
• A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application

Salary:

The hourly range for this position is $35.85 - $43.61. Salary placement is based on education and years of certificated experience.

Assignment:

Full Time, 240 days a year.

Regular attendance required: This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive, productive learning environment.

FIRST REVIEW DATE - June 26th

Essential Functions/Other Functions

Essential Functions:

• Serves as a staff member for the coalition to plan, implement and report on prevention strategies.
• Develops and writes, in partnership with coalition members, the strategic action plan and work plan utilizing the Strategic Prevention Framework.
• Recruit and retain membership on the coalition and support from local key stakeholders/leaders.
• Function as a liaison among the coalition members, funders and other partners and with the community.
• Coordinate regular meetings to ensure implementation of strategic plans.
• Develop and manage coalition budgets in coordination with coalition leadership and fiscal agent.
• Consult and train coalition members on the strategic prevention framework and implementing prevention strategies.
• Report on the progress towards goals and objectives of the strategic plan in compliance with grant requirements.
• Provide or coordinate services, implement activities and manage coalition trainings with the guidance of the coalition members.
• Work with coalition members to develop and monitor outcomes.
• Coordinate community outreach efforts (i.e. Presentations, newsletter, volunteer recruitment, school education awareness events, and media campaigns).

Other Functions:

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Education, Health Education, Communications, Social Sciences, or closely related field OR a High School Diploma or GED and four years of experience in Youth Substance Use Prevention.
• Two years of experience of community based prevention coalitions.
• Knowledge of substance abuse prevention and prevention science, community development and mobilization, youth development principles, and community organizing approaches.
• Ability to create and sustain effective relationships with community partners, foster and share leadership among individuals in the community, and build bridges among diverse community members and organizations.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Masters degree.
• Excellent oral and written communication; public speaking and training; group and meeting facilitation; word processor, spreadsheet, and internet skills; ability to learn new concepts quickly; and self-motivated with ability to work independently.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements

Working Conditions:

• Travel required within ESD 112 Region.
• Extended or flexible hours as necessary.

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.
• Certified Prevention Professional, or ability to obtain credential within 12 months of hire.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, melissa.kreuder@esd112.org
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574, wendy.niehaus@esd112.org
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.

We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families. Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!

Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.

For details please visit: https://www.esd112.org/hr/benefits/ for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.

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Do you have a Bachelors degree in Education, Health Education, Communications, Social Sciences, or closely related field OR a High School Diploma or GED and four years of experience in Youth Substance Use Prevention?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have two years of experience of community based prevention coalitions?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have knowledge of substance abuse prevention and prevention science, community development and mobilization, youth development principles, and community organizing approaches?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to create and sustain effective relationships with community partners, foster and share leadership among individuals in the community, and build bridges among diverse community members and organizations?

• Yes
• No

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Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire.

• Yes
• No

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APPLICANT DECLARATION: Selecting YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources.

Selecting YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you.

Selecting YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed.

Selecting YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks.

• Yes
• No

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Employer Educational Service District 112

Address 2500 NE 65th Ave

Vancouver, Washington, 98661

Phone 360-750-7503

Website https://www.esd112.org