East Bay Program Manager

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $86,000 annually
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Up to 16 paid holidays annually
• Paid vacation accrual
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

What You'll Do

Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams

• Supervise, coach, and mentor a team of Program Coordinators across multiple school sites.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance coaching, and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement and staff growth.
• Support recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and leadership development initiatives.

Ensure High-Quality Programs

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor program quality, safety, and compliance.
• Partner with Coordinators to develop action plans that strengthen student outcomes.
• Use data to monitor program performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support implementation of high-quality academic, enrichment, and youth development programming.

Build Strong School & Community Partnerships

• Serve as the primary liaison with school districts, principals, and community partners.
• Develop collaborative relationships that strengthen programs and improve student success.
• Represent BACR at district meetings, community events, and professional conferences.
• Promote culturally responsive, equitable, and inclusive practices across all programs.

Manage Operations & Fiscal Responsibility

• Monitor program budgets, approve expenses, and oversee fiscal accountability.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, district expectations, and organizational policies.
• Review and approve timesheets, reports, and operational documentation.
• Partner with internal departments to ensure contracts, reporting, and administrative processes are completed accurately and on time.

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will demonstrate

• A commitment to educational equity, youth development, and community impact.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Experience managing multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with schools, families, district leaders, and community partners.
• A commitment to creating inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Associate degree or equivalent education/experience considered).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience in expanded learning, youth development, education, or a related field.
• Experience supervising and coaching adult staff.
• Experience managing budgets and overseeing multiple funding sources.
• Strong communication, organizational, and technology skills.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and TB clearance.

Preferred

• Experience managing grant-funded educational or expanded learning programs.
• Experience working directly with school districts and community partners.
• Knowledge of California Expanded Learning programs and youth development best practices.

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