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Youth Engagement Coordinator - Career Navigator Rainier Ave.

Youth Engagement Coordinator - Career Navigator

Full-Time • Rainier Ave.
Under the guidance and direction of the Director of Education, the Youth Engagement Coordinator - Career Navigator supports youth and young adults ages 16–24, especially those disconnected from school or work, in identifying, accessing, and completing high-quality education, training, and employment opportunities. Rooted in ULMS’s mission to empower Black and underserved communities, this role uses a whole-person, culturally responsive pathways-navigation approach to provide individualized coaching, assessments, career planning, and wraparound support.

The Youth Engagement Coordinator – Career Navigator acts as a central hub of guidance in partnership with ULMS’ programs, local schools, employers, colleges, and social service agencies. This role empowers participants to navigate systems, build economic mobility, and transition into stable career and education pathways.


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

  •  High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
  • 1–3 years of experience in youth development, career coaching, workforce programs, or case management.  
  • Knowledge of career pathways, training systems, apprenticeships, and the Seattle-area labor market.  
  • Understanding of positive youth development and equity-focused coaching models.  
  • Ability to work effectively in diverse, fast-paced, community-centered environments.  
  • Strong relationship-building, communication, and motivational skills.  
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Salesforce or similar databases preferred.  
  • Punctuality
  • Proven ability to build relationships and trust quickly
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Willingness and ability to maintain a flexible work schedule when necessary, consistent with the demands of the students and schools
  • Prior experience working with opportunity or “at-risk” youth, including knowledge of the Seattle Public School System
  • Valid WA State Driver’s License
 
ULMS TOTAL COMPENSATION:

* Most Benefits will take effect on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting period

  • Medical - $11,176.08 per year
  • Dental - $540 per year
  • Vision - $65.04 per year
  • Group Life & ADD - $41.70 per year
  • Employee Assistance Program - ~$57.60 per year 
  • 403(b) retirement - $100 per month
  • Health & Fitness Benefit - $419.88 per year 
  • LinkedIn Learning Account  
  • Professional Development Funds – up to $1500 per year for approved professional development activities

Paid Time Off 
  • ~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment
  • 8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days*
  • 11 paid holidays + 6 day paid winter holiday break


WA State Paid Family & Medical Leave – 0.8% of salary - 100% employer paid 
Workers Compensation Coverage - ~$436.80 - ~$3,993.60 per year (depending on class code)
Taxes – 9.8% of salary 



At Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, program participants, and community. ULMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.
Compensation: $28.95 - $31.44 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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