Youth Tobacco Program Coordinator (State of Maryland)

Job Title: Youth Tobacco Program Coordinator (State of Maryland)

Department: Public Health Programs, CADCA

Reports to: Director, Public Health Programs, CADCA

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Location: CADCA Headquarters, 500 Montgomery Street, Suite 400, Alexandria, VA 22314

Salary Grade Level: Coordinator

Role Summary: CADCA seeks a dedicated Youth Tobacco Program Coordinator (State of Maryland) committed to the "Youth Led, Adult Guided" philosophy to join our collaborative Public Health Programs team. This role supports the implementation and growth of CADCA’s youth leadership and tobacco prevention initiatives in Maryland, with primary responsibility for coordinating the Maryland Take Back Your Ten (TB10) Youth Tobacco Prevention Program. Through this work, the coordinator helps engage youth as community leaders working through coalitions to improve community health, safety, and well-being.

The successful candidate will help coordinate program activities, partnerships, and training efforts that support youth leadership in tobacco prevention. The role requires strong public health program management skills, partner and stakeholder coordination, and a collaborative approach to working with youth, adult advisors, and coalition partners. The coordinator will join a team that values cross-team collaboration, quality improvement, and excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support implementation of the Maryland Take Back Your Ten (TB10) Youth Tobacco Prevention Program, including planning youth activities, meetings, and events.


• Support youth leadership development and participation in coalition-based community prevention efforts.


• Assist in management of grants and cooperative agreements, including supporting work plans, budgets, and progress reporting.


• Collaborate with state agencies, coalition partners, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to coordinate training and technical assistance for youth and adult partners.


• Support youth advisory groups and help coordinate trainings, meetings, and events that strengthen youth leadership and tobacco prevention knowledge.


• Contribute to additional CADCA Public Health Programs initiatives as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong public health program coordination and project management skills.


• Experience working with youth leadership programs, community coalitions, and public health initiatives.


• Knowledge of tobacco prevention, substance use prevention, or related public health strategies.


• Strong communication, facilitation, and partnership building- skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively with youth, adult advisors, and organizational partners.

Required Education and Experience:

Degree: Master’s degree in Public Health, Education, or related field preferred; Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience considered.

Years of experience: Three to five years of experience in youth leadership programs, public health initiatives, or community coalition work.

Certifications and/or Training:

• None required

Additional Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation


• Knowledge of Maryland’s public health landscape and youth-serving systems preferred

Travel Requirements:

• Travel up to 30% annually within Maryland; approximately 5% national (domestic)

Work Environment:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.


• Availability to support CADCA’s signature events: Drug Free Kids Campaign, Mid-Year Training Institute, and National Leadership Forum.


• Primarily office-based work with occasional light physical activity, including transporting materials and supplies for youth meetings, trainings, and events.

Disclaimer:

This position is contingent upon continued grant funding and may be subject to modification or termination if funding is not renewed.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be updated or modified at any time based on organizational needs.

About CADCA:

CADCA is the premier prevention association equipping coalitions with tools, knowledge, and support to create positive change in their communities. CADCA’s vision is safer, healthier, and stronger communities everywhere. Through our work we have built a network of more than 7,000 coalitions across the United States and over 28 countries.

CADCA offers 3 weeks of vacation with this position and 12 sick days annually in addition to 14+ holidays.   We also have a 401(k) plan with a 5% match and generous medical plan.  We look forward to welcoming you to our team!