Program Manager I

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Job Title: Program Manager I
Reports To: Director, Programs 
Position Overview: Leads the development and coordination of national adaptive sports and recreation programs for PVA. This role requires strong program management skills, the ability to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously, and experience collaborating with diverse teams to ensure consistent, high-quality program delivery.

Position responsibilities and duties:

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and successful delivery of PVA’s Boccia and Bowling programs.
• Lead, develop, and coordinate adaptive sports programs in accordance with organizational goals and standards. 
• Manage the development and implementation of additional programs, as assigned by the Senior Director of Sports and Recreation. 
• Create training and education materials for PVA chapters and other adaptive sports providers. 
• Identify key program objectives and deliverables to measure program success in accordance with departmental goals and mission. 
• Review participant feedback to evaluate program effectiveness and enhance program quality.
• Align adaptive sports programs with widely accepted best practices in the field.
• Maintain database, records, and files for all sports programs within their purview.  
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize program data and prepare quantitative reports for department leadership.
• Assist in preparation of program promotional materials, press releases, Board reports, newsletter articles, and other documents as needed.
• Work closely with PVA chapters to deliver adaptive sports programs in their regions.
• Prepare and conduct presentations about PVA’s adaptive sports and recreation programs to increase awareness.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget proposal and track and maintain budget expenditures for assigned programs. 
• Ensure program compliance with safety standards, risk management protocols, and relevant regulations.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Sports Management or related field or five years’ relevant work experience; adaptive sport and recreation programming preferred.
• Thorough understanding of the application of adaptive bowling and boccia rules and regulations preferred.
• Experience working in environments with Veterans or Veterans with disabilities.
• CPR Certification and  Adaptive Recreation Specialist Certification plus.
• Excellent judgment and written/oral communications skills required.
• Excellent ability to problem-solve.
• Computer literacy; knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• 25% travel required.

Top Perks and Benefits:

• Hybrid Work Model that provides an opportunity for a flexible work schedule.
• Employer-paid benefits like Medical Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability.
• Affordable Medical, Vision, and Dental options for team members and their families
• 401k retirement savings plan with a guaranteed employer contribution and matching option.
• We empower our team to be the very best they can be by offering a competitive reimbursement plan for education related to your role.
• We honor 14 paid holidays, vacation leave starting at 15 days per year, and sick leave with no limit on the amount to be accrued.
• Additional Benefits like Health Savings Account with an employer contribution, Parking & Transit Spending Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, TicketsAtWork Membership, and more!

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000