Program Manager

Program Manager

Reports to Director of Program Operations

Job Type: Full-time. Hybrid. Exempt.

Annual Salary Range: $68,640 - $70,340

The Program Manager is responsible for the overall success of EXP’s signature programming. The Program Manager develops, implements, promotes and evaluates EXP’s school-based work-based learning programs. The Program Manager is also responsible for volunteer outreach and engagement for EXP-supported programs and events.

The Program Manager recruits and engages industry partners and manages student preparation and program delivery activities year-round with multiple stakeholders including industry, community, students, educators and EXP staff. The program manager reports directly to the Director of Program Operations.

Essential Job Functions

Student/School Program Delivery:

• Work directly with lead faculty and administrators at EXP-supported school sites to develop, implement, manage and execute all aspects of EXP’s signature programs and events

• Assist school faculty with student recruitment

• Inspire and motivate students to participate in EXP programs

• Ability to facilitate student-facing programs in an engaging and meaningful way

• Establish an active in-school presence for assigned program schools

• Ensure effective involvement of EXP stakeholders – industry, educators, and students, in all aspects of program delivery

• Calendar all programs and events at school sites

• Support in-school programs by recruiting and engaging volunteers

• Organize and implement programs, special projects, events and student/teacher program evaluations

• Maintain frequent and effective communication with school staff, external stakeholders and EXP staff

Industry & Community Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with individuals, industries, organizations, government entities, colleges and other community organizations with the primary goal of volunteer recruitment to support program implementation and delivery

• Develop, foster and steward volunteer relationships

• Facilitate ongoing, regularly occurring meetings with industry advisory board members related to program delivery

• Engage industry and community partners in all aspects of program delivery

• Assess the needs for volunteers to enhance program delivery

• Support the development of effective strategies to recruit volunteers reflective of the students EXP serves

• Effectively handle diverse interpersonal and inter-group relationships

• Actively participate in industry and community organizations

Program Administration:

• Ensure programs meet organizational contracts and grant compliance requirements

• Organize and manage program and student records

• Keep detailed records and reports on the results of programs

• Prepare clear and comprehensive correspondences, reports, and presentations

• Collect and analyze program data for internal and external use

• Deliver accurate and timely data and reports

• Communicate pertinent information to all stakeholders in a timely fashion by email, telephone and in person

Planning, Design and Budgets:

• Responsible for overall program plan, design, delivery and evaluation

• Develop and implement program improvements

• Support the development of stakeholder recognition activities

• Accountable for overall program plan success including evaluation and budget control

Professionalism & Ethics:

• As the “face” of EXP within multiple external stakeholder groups, conduct oneself in a highly professional manner, and in alignment with EXP values

• Work in collaboration with team members within the department and across the organization

• Support overall EXP mission, objectives and goals as outlined in Strategic Plan

• Positively represent the organization in the community

• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders in order to achieve the goals of the organization

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• 5-6 years of program management experience

• Prior experience working with or knowledge of high-wage high-growth industry & business sectors, as well as with career training programs and internships

• Candidates with non-profit, work-based learning, volunteer management and/or public experience are encouraged to apply.

• Experience in managing, marketing and/or developing new programs in a public or corporate setting

• Able to quickly build rapport and foster relationships

• Prior experience in project management, chairing and facilitating meetings

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to work proactively in a team environment, collaborating across all departments

• Able to interact seamlessly with all levels of the organization from volunteers to executives; including the Board of Directors

• Ability to work under pressure, meet competing deadlines and positively adapt to change

• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, both independently and as part of a team.

• Have a dependable motor vehicle, valid California driver’s license, and automobile insurance as required by law. Up to 50% of local travel per week.

Physical demands: The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Requires a full range of body motion, including frequently moving items weighing up to 15 pounds across office for various needs, ascends/descends stairs, constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

To apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to Golnaz Fatemi, Business Manager, at golnaz@expfuture.org. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

About the Organization: EXP is a Southern California 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to prepare students for a better life by helping young people gain experience, unlock doors and build the confidence they need to succeed in school, career and life.

Our programs help schools deliver an innovative, career-based curriculum that makes classroom learning relevant and exciting. During the 2022-2023 school year, EXP programs are made available to more than 8,200 high school students and we currently serve 13 high schools across 4 school districts.

Our success is driven by our expertise in bringing industry and schools together to solve problems and overcome obstacles so that students from underserved communities receive access to education, experience, and opportunities. This past year more than 400 industry leaders served as EXP volunteers, mentors, and internship hosts and contributed more than 1,400 volunteer hours.

By helping schools and industry work together, EXP is bringing genuine opportunity to every young person we can reach.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary, Medical Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Account for Pre-Tax Medical

• Access to Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

EOE Statement: EXP is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. EXP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,640.00 - $70,340.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Meeting facilitation: 1 year (Required)
• Communication skills: 1 year (Required)
• Program management: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Long Beach, CA 90815 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Long Beach, CA 90815: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Long Beach, CA 90815

Salary : $68,640 - $70,340