Sr Program Mgr

Job Title: Senior Program Manager

Department: Missions/TSIC

Reporting to: VP of Mission Programs

Date: July 2024

Position Status: New 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Job Summary:

The Senior Program Manager will provide direct student services by ensuring program

implementation through collaboration with the school district personnel, parents, and

community members about the Take Stock in Children volunteer mentoring and scholarship

program. The Senior Program Manager will work with staff to recruit and select students, and mentors, for the Take Stock in Children program as well as execute college readiness activities and services for

students with fidelity to the program model and in compliance with all grant requirements. This position is also responsible for programmatic budget and supervision of multiple staff across multiple counties.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education 

Postsecondary degree required

Experience 

At least two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role

Licensure, Certification,  and/or Registration

Other

Job Duties

Essential Duties 

• Ensure optimal use of the HOPEforce database functionality to support TSIC programmatic goals.

• Collaborate with staff to recruit, screen, training, and match mentors efficiently and effectively.

• Collect, Document, analyze and report key performance indicators of programmatic

success including student data, mentor activities and participation, and student levels of college and career readiness.

• Manage multiple staff across multiple counties

• Create/manage program budget for multiple counties

• Hire/train new TSIC staff for multiple counties

• Manage Leadership Council

• Manage multiple types of scholarship partners with Florida Prepaid Foundation

• Cultivate relationships with donors/potential donors

• Maintain school district communication and partnerships.

• Collaborate with staff to recruit, screen, train, and match mentors efficiently and

effectively.

• Develop, organize, and implement workshops for staff, students, and mentors.

• Develop and distribute programmatic materials to support students, parents, and

mentors.

• Plan annual programming for College Success Coaches and Mentor Coordinators that is aligned with TSIC grant requirements.

• Cultivate relationships with colleges, universities, and other related college success

organizations to enhance student services and success.

• Establish and maintain mentor partnerships and relationships.

• Prepare and submit required reports.

• Serve as community ambassador for the Take Stock in Children program within the school system as well as the community at large.

100% of Time

Core Qualification:

• Postsecondary degree required.

• Passion for helping break the cycle of poverty through higher education.

• Ability to build supportive relationships with at-risk youth.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, meet concurrent deadlines, organize time, and priorities, and work well as a dedicated member of a team.

• Strong writing and speaking skills; professional demeanor in written and spoken

communication, both in person and over the phone.

• Embody a strong connection to Take Stock in Children’s mission and value along with a desire to serve and work with diverse populations, especially disadvantaged youth.

• Knowledge of Florida Colleges and Universities and/or college success organizations preferred.

• Experience with data collection, analysis, and use of databases preferred.

• Ability to attend functions in the evening and on weekends as required.

• Have access to adequate transportation to attend off-site meetings and functions on a regular basis.

Employment Eligibility:

• All offers of employment at Take Stock in Children are contingent upon clear

results of a thorough background check as required by federal, state, and local

agencies.

Work Environment: 

• Employees work in classroom, office and school environments

and engage in occasional travel to monthly trainings and service activities. The

employee is frequently required to stand and sit for extended periods of time.

• Proof of employment eligibility as required by law.

• Proof of any diplomas or degrees indicated as a core qualification.

• Registered sex offenders (or anyone required to register) or individuals convicted

of a felony crime are prohibited from employment with Take Stock in Children.

• Two completed reference forms.

• Other job duties may be assigned and/or changed based on the needs of the organization

                                           Supervisory/Decision making Authority

Does the position require customary supervision and management of at least 2 or more full-time

employees? __X__ Yes  ____No

Physical Requirements:

Required:

• Standing

• Walking

• Lifting (up to 50 pounds)

• Carrying (up to 50 pounds)

• Kneeling

• Pushing/pulling

• Bending/stooping

• Reaching

• Crawling/crouching

• Grasping

• Turning

• Repetitive motions

Hazards:

• Proximity to moving mechanical parts

• Housekeeping and/or cleaning agents

• Electrical current

• Toxic or caustic chemicals

• Flammable, explosive gasses

                                                             Skill Requirements

Required:

• Drive a motor vehicle

• Maintain records

• Sensitivity to low-income population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics

Preferred:

• Verbal communication (including telephone)

• Team-oriented and collaborative interpersonal relationships

• Organize and prioritize information

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work on multiple tasks.

• Ability to track, monitor, and report performance.

• Proficiency in working with various computer applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Google