Program Manager

Communities In Schools•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Program Manager is responsible for providing day-to-day management and support of the Communities in Schools of Atlanta (CIS of Atlanta) program and supervising school-based staff in assigned program area.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, social sciences, education, or a related field
Proven effective people management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with education, health, and human services in Atlanta
Able to both work independently and function as an effective team member
Must be comfortable meeting tight deadlines, working under pressure, and being resourceful.
Able to process, analyze, and translate impact data into actionable solutions.
Flexible and able to recommend programmatic changes in response to feedback from internal and external sources.
Valid Georgia driver's license, proof of vehicle liability insurance and passing a criminal background check.
Ability to analyze and prioritize activities.
Ability to work independently without constant supervision.
Will require light lifting.
Must be willing to travel, as job requires.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred (5 years of CIS of Atlanta experience can substitute for the master’s degree)
Experience with Communities in Schools is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure successful implementation of CIS program model according to CIS Accreditation Standards in partner schools.
Maintain relationships with key school staff to ensure the effective implementation of the CIS program model in your assigned school sites.
Ensure partner schools have an annual signed school agreement that includes details of the school partnership with CIS Atlanta.
Support development of an annual school support plan for each partner school under your purview that meets the approval of the school principal and Director of Programs
Work with the Site Coordinators to prospect, cultivate, and maintain partner organizations that support the provision of integrated student supports based on CIS Atlanta core competencies.
Manage overall communications and relationships between partner organizations, volunteers, and CIS Atlanta employees.
Support staff in the development of programs and activities to increase parent/ caretaker involvement.
Participate in the hiring process of school-based staff members for coordinator, team lead, assistant roles.
Ensure the accuracy, data integrity, and timeliness of site coordinator data by proactively reviewing, overseeing, and managing the completion and on-time submission of all requested reports to meet CIS Atlanta’s impact reporting needs.
Prepare an annual work plan for the CISA program, including the establishment of measurable objectives that align with organizational goals and monitor progress in achieving these objectives.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of CIS Site Coordinators, interns, and volunteers who may be assigned to your program area.
Provide orientation and training as needed for staff, volunteers and agency staff working with CIS Atlanta partner schools.
Schedule and coordinate regular team meetings.
Attend required CIS Atlanta staff meetings, training events, and other meetings.
Perform other duties as needed for the successful operation of the program.
Attend and represent CIS Atlanta at community meetings, collaborative groups, and events as required.
Serve as a champion of organization initiatives and strategies.
Serve as member of the Programs Leadership Team and participate in department-wide problem solving and decision making.
Provide insight, vision and leadership that enable the department to lead and respond to opportunities.
Promote an intense sense of teamwork by working together effectively, respectfully, and efficiently with colleagues.
Model and inspire organizational culture and values.