Program Manager

Job Overview

The Program Manager will oversee statewide assessment programs, potentially managing multiple small projects or one larger project within a program. They serve as the client contact for a key program component.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages all day-to-day operational aspects of assigned program or project
• Drives timely and clear communication with project stakeholders
• Works directly with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure viability of plans and clear communication
• Tracks deliverables against the Statement of Work (SOW), escalates risks, participates in risk mitigation sessions, and coordinates change requests across functional teams
• Ensures established operational and quality control processes are followed; identifies gaps and works with functional teams to close them
• Develops meeting agendas, leads regular internal and external project meetings, and documents decisions
• Provides input regarding project staffing plans and the delegation/assignment of project responsibilities
• Interprets and documents software requirements and enhancement requests from clients; captures configuration specifications and works with software team to implement; performs User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure client expectations are met; ensures all administration ancillary materials are clearly written and delivered on time

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working with English Language Proficiency (ELP) assessment programs and knowledge of related policy environment
• Minimum of 4 years of progressively increasing responsibility managing tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with professional development needs for teachers of English learners
• Prior experience with project management software and databases
• Experience working in large-scale assessment strongly preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or equivalent, strongly preferred
• Experience working with government clients

About the Role

Location: Fully Remote, USA. Must live and work within the USA.

Qualifications

To apply for this opportunity, simply click on the “Apply” button and submit a cover letter and resume. An Equal Opportunity Employer