What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at Seeds 4 Success?
Position Summary
Seeds 4 Success guides young people in Annapolis’ under-resourced communities toward success through long-term relationships. The Program Manager leads DREAM, our middle school program, and GROW, our high school program. This role oversees program quality, curriculum, volunteers, partnerships, and day-to-day operations while using participant and family feedback to strengthen both programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Program leadership and quality
- Lead the planning and implementation of DREAM and GROW, including their expansion to two days of programming each week.
- Develop and implement curricula and assessments that support participants’ academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparation for life after high school.
- Work with the Executive Director and Program Director to provide high-quality experiences for participants, families, volunteers, and partners.
- Develop a vision for future summer programming, beginning in July 2027, that advances program goals.
Operations and engagement
- Coordinate meals, transportation, materials, and other logistics to support safe, reliable programming.
- Lead the recruitment and retention of DREAM and GROW participants and families.
- Recruit, support, and retain DREAM and GROW volunteers.
- Build and manage partnerships with local organizations that respond to participant and family needs.
Measurement and stewardship
- Track and report key program measures, including enrollment, retention, academic growth, and survey participation.
- Support caregiver, participant, and volunteer surveys and use the findings to improve programming.
- Manage the implementation and outcomes of grant-funded programs.
- Monitor assigned program expenses and contribute to program budgets and grant planning.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- College degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
- Experience working with youth, preferably middle and high school students.
- Strong organization, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage programming, support volunteers, and work collaboratively with families and community partners.
- Comfort using technology to maintain records and track program outcomes.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to pass a comprehensive criminal background check.
- Availability for after-school programming and occasional evenings or weekends.
Pay: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,000 - $52,000