Program Manager - Workforce and Youth Programs

Job Summary

The Program Manager of Youth Programs and Community Outreach is responsible for the strategic oversight, development, and administration of youth-focused educational initiatives. This role supports the Director of Continuing Education by managing all aspects of program operations.

The Program Manager also leads community outreach and engagement efforts to expand program visibility and access, build partnerships with schools and organizations, and develop new initiatives aligned with community needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, youth development, public administration, community engagement, business, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of experience in program management, coordination, or administration of youth-focused or community-based educational programs, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• OR Eight (8) years of a combination of relevant education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience with planning, implementing, and evaluating youth or community outreach programs is required.
• A valid Texas driver’s license is also required.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, youth development, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience managing program budgets and leading youth or community or professional education initiatives, including school partnerships, nonprofit collaboration, or municipal programming.
• Familiarity with best practices in informal and continuing education, child development, STEAM curriculum design, and community engagement strategies.
• Experience with program evaluation, grant development, and delivery of hybrid or online learning experiences for youth or community audiences.
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Leads the planning, coordination, and administration of youth educational, community outreach and professional development programs, including STEAM summer camps and enrichment activities for grades 3–12 and other workforce education programs as identified.
• Oversees program logistics, scheduling, facilities coordination, registration processes, and ensures compliance with university policies and safety protocols.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with local schools, nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and community stakeholders to increase programs access and visibility.
• Represents the department at community events and fosters relationships that support program goals and youth development initiatives.
• Recruits, trains, schedules, and evaluates instructors, facilitators, and support staff.
• Ensures all instructional and supervisory personnel are aligned with program expectations, safety procedures, and pedagogical best practices.
• Collaborates with the Continuing Education marketing team to promote youth, outreach, and workforce programs.
• Identifies new program opportunities, contributes to pricing and revenue strategies, and supports enrollment goals through targeted outreach and customer engagement.
• Collects and analyzes data on program participation, satisfaction, outcomes, and finances.
• Prepares reports and uses findings to recommend improvements, enhance program quality, and support departmental planning and grant initiatives.
• Manages program budgets, monitors expenditures, and ensures cost-effective operations.
• Assists in identifying funding opportunities, developing proposals, and supporting grant compliance and reporting efforts to expand program capacity and sustainability.