Program Manager

Job Description

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

If you love people, purpose, and spreadsheets this might be your dream job.

About the Role

As our Program Manager, youll be the friendly force that keeps our programs running smoothly and our volunteers, educators, and partners feeling supported. Think of yourself as the ultimate connector: part relationshipbuilder, part logistics wizard, part cheerleader for our mission. Every day looks a little different and thats exactly what makes it fun.

What Youll Do

Keep program quality high by communicating clearly, visiting classrooms, sharing updates, and using evaluation tools

Grow and strengthen our volunteer and partner community

Lead creative recruitment and retention strategies that bring in great volunteers and keep them coming back

Manage the behindthescenes magic that makes our programs run (scheduling, logistics, delivery models, you name it)

Host inperson or virtual trainings that leave volunteers feeling confident and excited

Keep our database organized and uptodate

Gather stories, data, and insights to help in meetings, grants, and reports

Deliver toptier customer service to everyone who interacts with our programs

What You Bring

Accountability

You own your goals and deliver on them

You stay calm under pressure and shift into problemsolving mode when things get tricky

You work well solo and with a team

Active Engagement

You show up with energy, enthusiasm, and a lets make this great attitude

Youre the kind of teammate people enjoy collaborating with

Growth & Improvement

Youre curious, eager to learn, and always looking to level up

You welcome stretch projects because they help you grow

Teamwork (The JA Way)

You pitch in to help the team meet deadlines

You communicate openly and stay approachable

Youre flexible, supportive, and able to navigate different personalities with ease

Qualifications

Required

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in education, project management, volunteer coordination, sales, or development

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Ability to juggle multiple projects in a fastpaced environment

Organized, detailoriented, and motivated

Comfortable working with diverse groups

Excellent communication skills

Strong criticalthinking and problemsolving abilities

Preferred

Experience in nonprofit program management

Familiarity with the K12 education world

Why Youll Love This Role

Youll get to build relationships, support volunteers, empower educators, and help create meaningful learning experiences for students. If you enjoy variety, collaboration, and making a real impact, youll feel right at home here.

Flexible work from home options available.

Part-time

Hybrid remote