Program Manager

Program ManagerWhen you love what you do, it's not a job—it's a calling. At JEVS, we help the people we serve lead self-determined, connected, and fulfilling lives that strengthen themselves, their families, and their communities. Our team is more than 1,500 strong, serving the Greater Philadelphia community for over 85 years. Our programs are designed to help individuals gain independence and economic security. We believe everyone deserves access to jobs, educational opportunities, and vital services.Edu-Connect is hiring for a Program Manager. Responsibilities:Day to Day Operations • Maintains new and existing partnerships with local high schools, community-based organizations, and other referral networks to strengthen student recruitment pipelines and increase access to programs for disadvantaged and non-traditional students in the region. • Serves as liaison between Edu-Connect and school/organization point of contact to ensure smooth course delivery • Orders, inventories, and distributes supplies for classesFinance & Grant Operations • Identifies and supports funding opportunities that advance program sustainability and growth, including researching opportunities and contributing to funding applications • Assists with developing and monitoring program budgets, including tracking projected and actual revenue and expenses. • Processes and tracks invoices and other financial documentation to maintain accurate financial records. • Supports with grant report writing, monitoring grant outcomes, and presenting to grant funders as neededStudent Success Operations • Supports with recruitment, interviewing, and screening of participants • Coordinates and supports student credentialing, externships placements and student job placement activities including tracking progress and addressing barriers to completion and placement • Develops and implements student coaching plans with onboarding and retention strategies • Develops customized academic intervention efforts as needed; works with instructors to develop plan for tutoring and re-testingRequirements:• Candidates should exhibit knowledge, insights, and skills typically reflected by a minimum of 2 years of project management experience in the fields of education or social services.• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and collaborate with a variety of customers including out-of-school youth, employers and partner agencies.• Effective communication/public speaking skills, and the ability to connect quickly and authentically with people from a variety of different professional and cultural backgrounds• Proficient in MS Office applications (especially MS Word and Excel). Willingness to learn JEVS specific databases.• Willing to work a flexible schedule• Can lift moderately heavy boxes of supplies as needed• Access to reliable transportation necessary and willingness to travel to various sites across the city as neededWhat's in it for you:401(k), with company matchTuition assistance: Available to all employees with at least one year of service, for those enrolled in job-related, accredited, degree or certificate level coursesHealth, Dental, and Vision coverageAmple paid vacation and sick time10-12 paid holidays per yearPre-tax commuter benefitsContinuing education, professional development opportunities, retreats, and trainingAnnual holiday party and office outingsWellness workshops and activities and access to the Employee Assistance ProgramDress-down FridaysEmployee referral bonusReimbursement of eligible mileage and travel expensesThe base pay for this position ranges from $58,000 to $69,000 and will vary based on factors such as skills and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation that JEVS Human Services provides to recognize employees for their work. JEVS provides competitive Benefits; we believe that benefits should support you at work and at home. Please visit the benefits page of our careers site for more details.At JEVS, we are committed to ensuring all our employees feel included, valued, appreciated and free to be who they are at work. We cultivate a culture where differences are valued, and we are putting resources and attention towards improving employee engagement, retention, and promotion of our talented staff.Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core principles that guide how we cultivate leaders, build our teams, and create an environment that is the right fit for JEVS Human Services' employees, our community partners, and the individuals we serve.