Program Coordinator

You have a strong track record of building relationships and are skilled at creating the conditions for volunteers and partners to thrive. You thrive in community-facing roles where you can balance partnership building, volunteer coordination, and event logistics. You are invested in recovery from substance use disorder and believe in the power of community. You care about helping to reduce the stigmas around living sober. If this sounds like you, keep reading.

This role will be based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado and will support the organization in growing from 56 new members in 2024 to 300 new members during the first year of expansion (July 2025 – June 2026). The ideal candidate will have an exceptional ability to generate engagement and create buy-in in small mountain communities. This candidate will be persistent, resilient, and able to achieve results even when faced with setbacks. If you’re excited about working in a dynamic and creative environment that promotes personal and professional growth, we want to talk to you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit and retain volunteers to lead a robust calendar of events in Steamboat Springs
• Develop an outstanding engagement strategy that results in a strong roster of committed and excited volunteers
• Build and maintain pivotal relationships with local partners (gyms, recovery centers, recreation programs, etc.)
• Collaborate with partners to generate interest in special events and increase membership
• Get creative! This person needs to think outside the box to ensure strong attendance at weekly events such as bowling, pickleball, and seasonal activities like Ski Free Sundays
• Lead Phoenix events as needed, ensuring alignment with The Phoenix’s ethos and guidelines
• Handle scheduling, logistics, and event communications
• Improve and iterate! Evaluate programs and metrics using an innovative mindset to ensure that the Steamboat chapter grows and flourishes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of relevant work or volunteer experience (community outreach, volunteer engagement, project coordination, etc.)
• Experience in volunteer coordination, community organizing, or program support
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Comfort with facilitating group activities and events
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet project goals
• Familiarity with tracking outcomes and documenting program activities
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that sometimes includes early mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within Routt and Moffatt Counties approximately 15% of the time

PREFERENCES

We welcome all great applicants to apply even if you don't have all these preferred attributes

• Knowledge of Steamboat Springs community resources, recreation, or recovery networks
• Experience developing partnerships with nonprofits, gyms, or community groups
• Lived experience as a peer in recovery
• Desire to apply anti-racism and anti-oppression principles and practices

HOURS, RATE, AND TERM LENGTH

• This is a part-time term-limited role working up to 20 hours per week
• Hourly rate: $28.00
• Term: October 2025 – June 2026 with possibility of extension
• 403(b) retirement plan with 4% match

This role will be posted from October 28 at 12 PM Eastern Time until November 25 at 12 PM Eastern Time. Early applicants may be given preference if application volume is high. Candidates are interviewed on a rolling basis and interviews may continue past application deadline. Hiring decisions will be made no earlier than close of listing and may require additional time beyond this date.

ABOUT US

The Phoenix's mission is to build a sober active community that fuels resilience and harnesses the transformational power of connection so that together we rise, recover, and live. Through activities such as CrossFit, book clubs, rock climbing, art socials, yoga, and meditation, participants build confidence, self-respect, and community. The Phoenix offers free programs, both in person and online, for anyone with 48 hours of sobriety. Since 2006, we have served hundreds of thousands of individuals with the help of thousands of volunteers across the country.

At The Phoenix, we welcome people from all backgrounds and strive to create a healing-centered environment that allows everyone to bring their authentic selves to the workplace. We seek to create a workplace environment that accurately reflects the diverse communities we serve. We understand that voices of varied experiences and perspectives are central to our mission and our impact. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.

The Phoenix will gladly provide reasonable accommodations during the interview process if needed. Please ask!