Job Summary
The Program Manager of Youth Programs and Community Outreach is responsible for the strategic oversight development and administration of youth-focused educational initiatives including Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math ( STEAM ) summer camps for grades 312 and other community enrichment and professional development programs. This role supports the Director of Continuing Education by managing all aspects of program operationsfrom curriculum planning and instructor supervision to logistics compliance and financial performance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Leads the planning coordination and administration of youth educational community outreach and professional development programs including STEAM summer camps and enrichment activities for grades 312 and other workforce education programs as identified. Oversees program logistics scheduling facilities coordination registration processes and ensures compliance with university policies and safety protocols. Develops and maintains partnerships with local schools nonprofit organizations municipalities and community stakeholders to increase programs access and visibility. Represents the department at community events and fosters relationships that support program goals and youth development initiatives. Recruits trains schedules and evaluates instructors facilitators and support staff. Ensures all instructional and supervisory personnel are aligned with program expectations safety procedures and pedagogical best practices. Collaborates with the Continuing Education marketing team to promote youth outreach and workforce programs. Identifies new program opportunities contributes to pricing and revenue strategies and supports enrollment goals through targeted outreach and customer engagement. Collects and analyzes data on program participation satisfaction outcomes and finances. Prepares reports and uses findings to recommend improvements enhance program quality and support departmental planning and grant initiatives. Manages program budgets monitors expenditures and ensures cost-effective operations. Assists in identifying funding opportunities developing proposals and supporting grant compliance and reporting efforts to expand program capacity and sustainability. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in education youth development public administration community engagement business or a related field from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years of experience in program management coordination or administration of youth-focused or community-based educational programs. OR Eight (8) years of an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role. Two (2) years of supervisory experience. Experience with planning implementing and evaluating youth or community outreach programs is required. A valid Texas drivers license is also required.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in education youth development nonprofit management public administration or a related field. Experience managing program budgets and leading youth or community or professional education initiatives including school partnerships nonprofit collaboration or municipal programming. Experience with program evaluation grant development and delivery of hybrid or online learning experiences for youth or community audiences.
Work Schedule
Monday Friday; 8:00-5:00 pm Physically able to support on-site activities and youth events as needed including occasional evenings or weekends.
Required Experience:
Manager