Program Manager, Workforce Youth Programs

Purpose of Position

The Program Manager of Youth Programs and Community Outreach is responsible for the strategic oversight, development, and administration of youth-focused educational initiatives, including Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) summer camps for grades 3-12 and other community enrichment and professional development programs. This role supports the Director of Continuing Education by managing all aspects of program operations, from curriculum planning and instructor supervision to logistics, compliance, and financial performance. 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. In addition, the role includes business development responsibilities such as identifying growth opportunities, cultivating external partnerships, and supporting marketing and enrollment strategies to achieve participation and revenue goals.

Essential Functions

• 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, and registration processes while ensuring compliance with university policies and safety protocols.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with local schools, nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and community stakeholders to increase program 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, youth development, public administration, community engagement, business, or a related field from an accredited college or university, and 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 an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in 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, 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 the delivery of hybrid or online learning experiences for youth or community audiences.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with registration systems, databases, and learning management platforms.
• Proficiency in supervising and training staff and instructors.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to manage budgets and financial records.
• Ability to review and interpret policies and procedures.
• Strong project management and organizational skills to manage multiple programs and events simultaneously.
• Excellent time management, attention to detail, and commitment to quality program delivery.
• Marketing and public outreach skills to engage wide audiences and promote youth and community programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow procedures, ensure youth program safety and compliance, and maintain digital and paper records.
• Ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents, youth, instructors, school personnel, and community partners.
• Skill in preparing correspondence, promotional content, reports, and evaluations to assess and improve programs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in office and remote environments.
• Ability to physically support on-site activities and youth events as needed.
  
  

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm.
• Hybrid Eligible.
• Must work in office three (3) days a week.
  
  

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes

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