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Posted: Mar 06, 2024

Program Coordinator

Drala Mountain Center

Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Wages/Pay
$14.42 / hour
Experience Level
No experience required
Job Start Date
Job Starts: Mar 11, 2024

Individuals come to DMC to do important inner work. They are coming to a remote location to dedicate time and space to this work. Our program coordinators have the honor and privilege of holding space for them and ensuring that their experience here is rich and supportive and that they leave having discovered something about themselves. 

Program Coordinators are instrumental in the success of hosting our wide variety of on land programs. This position holds all the information for how to deliver each program successfully. 

This position reports to the Program Manager.

Qualifications

  • Organized, detail oriented, punctual, self-motivated, and flexible 
  • Strong computer (e.g. Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, and Google Drive, Documents, and Gmail), oral, and written communication skills
  • Kindness, conscientiousness, and strategic thinking
  • Ability to work well with different kinds of people in a fast paced environment 
  • Possess a guest service mindset and commitment to presenters and participants having a positive experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Ownership of the planning and organizing for the delivery of on land programs
  • Collaborate with Program Developers, Program Manager, and presenters to define specific needs for each assigned program.
  • Organize and communicate work required by each department to deliver programs successfully
  • Serve as the DMC liaison for program participants shortly before, during, and after the program. This includes oral and written communication as well as an orientation presentation at the start of the program. 
  • Respond to requests from presenters and participants, and think proactively and creatively when requests cannot be easily accommodated 
  • Willing availability outside of standard working hours to meet program needs
  • Coordinate with Online Programs Manager for Hybrid Programs
  • Maintain organized records of the planning, execution, and debriefing process in accordance with standard departmental procedures

Compensation and Benefits for Year-Round Employees:

The compensation for our on-land staff takes in to account that staff will occupy DMC-provided housing, which most staff feel is an incredibly  valuable benefit!

  • $14.42 per hour (living at DMC); salary adjustment available for staff living off-land in their own housing 
  • Participation in DMC’s Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave program (estimated 10 days of PTO accrued in first year of employment, 12 days in second year, 15 days in third and fourth years, 20 days in fifth and subsequent years)
  • If choosing to live at DMC, low-cost housing and meal plan required (currently a combined $375.00 per month)
  • Free participation in staff classes and programs

How to Apply

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Contact Info

Drala Mountain Center

At DMC, we provide a safe and supportive container for exploring paths to deepen awareness, personal wellbeing and societal transformation. DMC retains a year-round core staff, many of whom live on our land. Between April and September, scores of volunteers join us to support our core staff in providing exemplary service to thousands of guests through life-changing programs.

Location
Colorado
Season
Year Round
Staff size
30-50 depending on season
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
We have a variety of housing options, from private lodge rooms, to shared housing situations with roommates to small 'Stupa View' individual trailers. There is also the capability for staff to bring their own RVs or housing. On-land staff pay a small housing fee for meals and housing. All meals are provided in our retreat dining room.
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Good
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