Program Manager - Columbus
About The Position
Greenleaf Job Training Services is seeking a Program Manager to lead its Empowering Employment program in Columbus, Ohio. The program supports youth and adults with disabilities in building confidence and work-readiness skills and preparing for employment or continued education. The Program Manager oversees program operations, staff, partnerships, outcomes, and grant compliance, while supporting program growth. This hybrid position combines remote work with local travel throughout the Columbus area. The Program Manager visits schools and program sites to observe services, support instructors, meet with partners, and occasionally provide classroom coverage. Current locations include Columbus-area schools and community sites.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and two to three years of related experience or training.
- Experience coordinating educational, workforce-development, human-services, or community-based programs.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage priorities, maintain records, and adapt services to participant needs.
- Effective leadership and communication skills, including coaching employees, setting expectations, and addressing concerns.
- Ability to build community partnerships, evaluate opportunities, and keep programs aligned with their mission and capacity.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and SharePoint.
- Ability to learn Sure Impact, SetWorks, UKG, and other systems used by Greenleaf.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs.
- Teaching, instructional, curriculum, or classroom leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily program operations, including enrollment, schedules, staffing, participant communication, documentation, and deadlines.
- Build partnerships with schools, nonprofits, referral sources, participants, guardians, and funders to support enrollment and growth.
- Supervise and coach part-time instructors, set expectations, address concerns, and coordinate classroom coverage.
- Maintain accurate program records and grant reporting in Sure Impact and SharePoint.
- Monitor curriculum and program outcomes, using feedback and data to improve services for participants with varied needs.
- Conduct site visits and keep leadership informed of program progress, challenges, and priorities.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- Telehealth benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Retirement plan eligibility after one year of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
