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Darren James

Albuquerque,NM

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Operations Program MangerYouth Program Coordinator

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Salary Range

45000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company Retreats401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work week

Summary

Results-driven Program Manager with a strong background in youth engagement and educational programming. Known for effective communication and problem-solving skills, dedicated to creating impactful programs that empower at-risk youth.

Overview

1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Program Manger

Bernalillo County Youth Services Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico
01.2010 - 05.2026
  • Guided and supported team members in direct supervision of juveniles in detention, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coached, mentored, and trained staff to enhance job performance and foster professional development.
  • Provided leadership during Major disturbances or crisis situations.

Oversaw daily operations, maintaining safety and security standards.

  • Coordinated educational programs for at risk youth.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with staff and youth to review progress and pinpoint areas for improvement.

Youth Program Coordinator

Hogares residential treatment center
Albuquerque, New Mexico
04.2004 - 01.2010
  • Coordinated youth engagement activities to enhance personal development and life skills.
  • Guided and supported participants to achieve their individual goals.
  • Collaborated with staff to create individualized care plans for youth.
  • Served as a positive role model for participants by demonstrating appropriate behavior expectations.
  • Compiled monthly reports on program progress, highlighting successes, challenges, and actionable recommendations.
  • Attended regular meetings with stakeholders involved in youth programming initiatives.

Education

High School Diploma -

Richmond Sr High
Richmond IN
06-1984

Skills

  • Program management
  • Strategic planning
  • Team coordination
  • Staff development
  • Performance evaluation
  • Leadership development
  • Youth engagement
  • Nonprofit experience
  • Educational programming
  • Facilitation skills
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Recreational activities
  • Special needs support

Affiliations

  • youth sports
  • Coach

Certification

  • Adult and child First Aid and CPR Bernalillo County 2026

Timeline

Operations Program Manger

Bernalillo County Youth Services Center
01.2010 - 05.2026

Youth Program Coordinator

Hogares residential treatment center
04.2004 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Richmond Sr High
Darren James