GIAC PROGRAM COORDINATOR - SPECIAL INITIATIVES GIAC

Location: City of Ithaca, NY
Department: Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC)
Classification: Competitive
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Administrative
Salary: $58,547 – 35 Hours/Week

Position Description: The work involves responsibility for planning, coordinating, implementing and
overseeing community special events at the Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC). The incumbent has
primary responsibility for all elements that lead to the successful completion of each event, including
planning, staffing, budgeting, funding, and public relations. The GIAC Program Coordinator – Special
Initiatives directly supports the work of the School-Aged Child Care (SACC) Program Director. In this role,
the incumbent is administratively responsible for ensuring that all staff, programming, and facilities meet the
regulations established by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OFCS) for licensed
after-school programs. The GIAC Program Coordinator – Special Initiatives may also be assigned other
programs or initiatives to support and enhance GIAC’s organizational growth and effectiveness. The work is
performed under the general supervision of the GIAC Director or Deputy GIAC Director, with leeway
allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. Direct supervision
may be exercised over the work of GIAC Program Leaders, GIAC Program Assistants, seasonal staff,
volunteers and student interns; working supervision may be exercised over additional staff during special
events. Does related work as required.

To view the complete job description, visit: GIAC Program Coordinator - Special Initiatives job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

A. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, social work, counseling, education,

recreation, physical education, or a closely related field with similar course curriculum and one (1)
year of full-time paid experience, or its part-time and/or volunteer equivalent, working in a human
services agency, educational environment or recreation program in a capacity which involves the
provision of direct services to clientele; or

B. Possession of an Associate’s degree in sociology, psychology, human services, education,

recreation or a closely related field with similar course curriculum and three (3) years of experience
listed in (A); or

C. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and five (5) years

of experience listed in (A); or

D. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C).

Note: College degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national,
or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education and/or U.S.
Secretary of Education. If an applicant’s degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United
States and its territories, the applicant must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of
acceptable companies who provide this service can be found at
evaluation fee.

Special Requirement: Possession of a valid New York State Class D driver license or a valid driver
license equivalent to a New York State Class D driver license at the time of appointment and maintenance
of said license for the duration of employment.

Appointment Status and Exam Requirement: This will be a provisional appointment pending the
results of a civil service examination to be scheduled at a later date. Permanent appointment will be
dependent upon the candidate's exam score.

Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.

Benefits: Refer to the Fringe Benefits webpage and Administrative Unit Bargaining Agreement.

Supplemental Information:

• Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact the

• The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all

• The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the

Application Materials Required:
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City of Ithaca application 
Copy of college and high school transcript 
Copy of driver license

Applications will be accepted until August 14, 2025. Submit required application materials to:

Attn: City of Ithaca
Human Resources Department

All applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program. We do not accept
paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of applications.

Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!

Issued: July 31, 2025