Work for LARSO. Work for Community.

If you want to work with a team of individuals who love the work they do because it makes a difference, we are the place to apply. Working at LARSO offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Los Alamos seniors, providing them with support, companionship, and a sense of belonging. All full-time employees are eligible for benefits.

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Current opening(s)

Marketing & Programming Coordinator

Location: Los Alamos, NM
Hours: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (35–40 hours/week)
Reports To: Executive Director

Salary: $22-24/hr

Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan; paid time off; professional development opportunities

Position Overview

We’re seeking a creative, organized, and community-minded Marketing & Programming Coordinator to design engaging programs and lead all marketing efforts across both the Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers.

You’ll collaborate closely with the Executive Director, Volunteer Coordinator, and Executive Assistant to deliver high-quality programming and effective outreach.

Key Responsibilities

Programming & Events

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute engaging programs and activities at both centers.

  • Oversee all phases of programs and projects to ensure successful completion.

  • Build and maintain strong communication with external partners, instructors, vendors, and collaborators.

Marketing & Communications

  • Lead all marketing, outreach, and communication efforts for center programming.

  • Manage print materials, email communications, website updates, and social media.

  • Create and publish content for LARSO’s social media channels; oversee the organization's Facebook presence.

  • Maintain and update the LARSO website.

  • Produce the monthly newsletter and weekly News & Notes.

  • Establish, implement, and evaluate both short- and long-term marketing goals.

  • Track metrics and provide monthly and quarterly engagement reports.

  • Develop and manage a strategic marketing and communications plan for both centers.

  • Support the Executive Director with fundraising communications and activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 2+ years of relevant experience.

  • Proven experience coordinating events, programs, or activities.

  • Creative, strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

  • Demonstrated success in print, web-based, and social media marketing.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong time-management skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

  • Experience with Google Workspace and Canva.

  • Strong graphic design skills.

  • Proficiency with Facebook and social media management tools.

  • Ability to work independently and adapt to interruptions or shifting priorities.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with older adults.

  • Commitment to confidentiality and teamwork.

  • Experience working with older adults is a plus.

Assistant Kitchen Chef/Substitute Assistant Kitchen Chef 

Department: Kitchen 

Supervisor: Meal Program Coordinator/Head Chef 

Status: Non-Exempt; 30 – 35 hrs./wk. (Full-time); 20 – 25 hrs./wk. (Part-time) 

Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Meal Program Coordinator/Head Chef, the  Assistant Kitchen Chef is responsible for helping to prepare meals for congregate meals and for  LARSO’s home delivered meal clients. This includes baking, preparing the salads and assisting  with serving the congregate meals all in accordance with State Health Department guidelines.  Substitutes for Senior Kitchen Chef/Kitchen Chef during vacations and illness. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Cleaning and servicing beverage stations 

• Preparing all aspects of salad bar 

• Packaging home delivered meals 

• Assisting with cooking and serving daily meal 

• Preparing baked goods 

• Dishwashing 

• Cleaning walk-ins and sinks 

• Assisting with inventory 

• Receiving and signing for food deliveries 

• Other duties as assigned 

Skills and Abilities Required: 

• Ability to follow verbal and written directions and safety guidelines.  • Service oriented with understanding of the senior population.  

• Timeliness and dependability. 

Minimum Qualifications 

High School degree or equivalent. Experience in a commercial kitchen will be given priority.

How to Apply

Please send your resume to Executive Director Ramon Garcia at director@larso.org.

LARSO staff member smiling at a senior center member