Program Director

Senior Leadership Opportunity

Oversee Multi-Program Impact at a Growing Nonprofit This Jobot Job is hosted by

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$130,000 - $140,000 per year A bit about us

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION This established, community-focused nonprofit serves thousands of children, youth, and families across diverse backgrounds each year.

Programs are centered on early learning, academic support, college readiness, and workforce development.

The organization is committed to fostering employee well-being and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including fully covered employee medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement contributions, wellness support resources, and family-focused benefits.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where your work directly impacts thousands of youth and families each year.

You’ll have the autonomy to shape programs, influence strategy, and build strong leaders beneath you—all within an organization that’s deeply rooted in community and long-term impact.

Job Details POSITION OVERVIEW The organization is seeking an experienced and people-centered leader to serve as the Program Director.

This individual will partner closely with executive leadership and oversee program directors across multiple service areas.

This role is responsible for ensuring effective program delivery, strengthening internal systems, and supporting organizational strategy.

The Director of Programs will also contribute to cross-functional leadership efforts, staff development, and external partnerships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership & Team Development Directly manage and support program and department leaders Provide coaching and professional development to strengthen leadership capacity Facilitate regular management meetings and alignment sessions Guide program planning, goal setting, and outcome measurement Performance & Systems Management Help enhance and oversee organizational reporting and data systems Support continuous improvement of program performance tracking Drive adoption and optimization of internal database tools Ensure effective use of data to inform decision-making Organizational Culture & Operations Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace Lead or support organization-wide initiatives such as retreats, staff engagement efforts, and internal events Partner with executive leadership on developing policies and operational practices Ensure consistent implementation of internal procedures across teams Oversee compliance-related training and requirements External Engagement Support grant writing, reporting, and funding efforts Represent the organization with community partners, funders, and stakeholders Build and maintain key external relationships Engage with local education and community partners as needed Board Engagement Serve as a supporting liaison to the Board of Directors Assist with committee coordination, meeting preparation, and follow-up actions Support communication between board members and program staff Ensure program updates and organizational initiatives are clearly communicated Additional Responsibilities Participate in advocacy and community engagement initiatives Contribute to strategic organizational priorities Take on additional duties as needed to support the mission QUALIFICATIONS Graduate degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit leadership or a related field Significant experience overseeing programs and teams in a dynamic environment Strong leadership skills with a focus on coaching and development Proven ability to manage complex initiatives and multiple priorities Sound judgment and ability to navigate challenging decisions Collaborative and adaptable working style Excellent communication and presentation skills Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across stakeholders Commitment to equity, inclusion, and mission-driven work Interested in hearing more?

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