College and Career Program Direcotr

Key Roles (Essential Responsibilities)

• Develop an annual College and Career Readiness program that delivers on organizational objectives and funder commitments.
• Maintain and improve college and career readiness data tracking systems to ensure 150 members graduate annually.
• Develop and execute a credentialing and/or badging system to recognize members' achievements.
• Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of college and career readiness curricula.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with schools, colleges, universities, employers, and community organizations.
• Monitor and report on organizational performance data related to teen recruitment, attendance, academic success, workforce readiness, scholarships, postsecondary placement, and grant outcomes.

Program Management

• Collaborate with Executive Club Directors and Assistant Club Directors to design optimal program schedules.
• Create an inclusive career and college readiness culture with Club Leadership, Club Staff, AmeriCorps members, and programs team.
• Conduct weekly site visits and program observations to evaluate quality, ensure consistency, and provide coaching and technical assistance.
• Ensure data collection, program evaluation, and grant reporting processes are in place and functioning effectively.
• Support the VP of Marketing and Business Development in researching corporate sponsorships and soliciting donations.
• Work with the marketing team to promote the program.
• Collaborate with the STEM Program Manager, Cultural Arts Program Manager, SEL Program Manager, and 21st CCLC Project Directors to integrate career readiness programming into all program areas.

Staff Management

• Hire, onboard, and provide ongoing professional development opportunities to Career Bound (CB) Managers.
• Facilitate regular Career Bound leadership meetings to review organizational priorities, performance data, best practices, grant requirements, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the VP of Marketing and Business Development in securing corporate sponsorships and donations.
• Work with the Chief Administrative & Financial Officer (CAFO) and VP of Programs to manage annual budgets, receipts, and disbursements of grants.
• Ensure national service volunteers and YVC participants support college and career readiness goals.