Program Manager

About the Role

As a Program Manager on the Talent Mobilization team, you'll own scoped programs and workstreams that help get the right talent into AI safety roles. You'll work closely with other Talent Mobilization staff, Program Managers on other Constellation programs teams (i.e., Research Programs, Convening), fellows, and partners across the ecosystem. This role is for someone who can deliver independently on moderate-complexity work, take ownership of programs from start to finish, and build trusted relationships across a range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Program & Event Design:
  • Conduct exploratory conversations with hiring managers and stakeholders to identify neglected talent gaps.
  • Establish a clear theory of change and design pilot programs to fill those gaps.
  • Work with Program Coordinators and other Constellation teams to establish clear ownership and execute programs from start to finish.
• Partner Coordination:
  • Coordinate with field-building organizations (e.g., 80,000 Hours, BlueDot) on shared logistics and initiatives.
  • Build familiarity with hiring organizations' needs and surface relevant placement opportunities.
• Talent Placement Support:
  • Support placement of fellows and other talent into roles across the AI safety ecosystem (full-time, contract, advisory, and project-based).
  • Help individuals understand their options, facilitate warm introductions to hiring organizations, and coordinate hand-offs.
• Systems & Process Improvement:
  • Manage operational systems (tracking, documentation, workflows) within established tooling.
  • Identify recurring process gaps and propose practical solutions.
  • Contribute to building repeatable processes across sourcing, assessment, and placement.

Skills & Experience

You might be a good fit if:

• You have 2–5 years of experience in program management, consulting, talent, or a related field.
• You can own work from start to finish with some supervision; you seek input on high-stakes decisions but operate independently on day-to-day execution.
• You have strong interpersonal judgment and can build trust quickly across a wide range of people and contexts.
• You think in systems but stay grounded in execution; you don’t lose the thread on details.
• You can communicate clearly and warmly, from early-career fellows to senior researchers.
• You think AI might have transformative effects in the coming years and want to help build the infrastructure to navigate that well.

Bonus Experience

• Familiarity with the AI safety, EA, or research communities.
• Experience with career advising, talent assessment, or placement.
• Background in user research or program evaluation.
• Familiarity with tools like Airtable, Asana, or similar.

Pay

The base pay range for this role is $130,000 – $155,000 per year.

Benefits

• Healthy lunches and dinners catered by our amazing kitchen team.
• Unlimited snacks & drinks.
• Generous vacation policy.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employer-paid commuter benefits.
• High-quality health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Friendly and supportive team.
• Regular interaction with AI safety researchers and thought leaders.

Additional Information: This is a full-time, on-site role in Berkeley, CA. Our office is conveniently located near public transit and offers on-site parking.