Girls on the Run Berks County: Program Manager

Girls on the Run•Reading, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Girls on the Run of Berks County is seeking a Program Manager committed to improving the lives and opportunities of girls in third through eighth grades. This full-time, salaried, exempt role manages all Girls on the Run programs and coach volunteers and reports to the Executive Director. The organization serves Berks and Schuylkill counties in Pennsylvania and uses an experience-based curriculum that integrates running to help participants build healthy habits, confidence, and personal strengths. The Program Manager oversees program outreach and site management, coach recruitment and training, program administration, and organizational support. The position includes supporting sites, coaches, families, and community partners; managing program data, materials, budgets, and participant financial assistance; and helping deliver events, including seasonal 5K events. The role requires travel in Berks and Schuylkill counties using a personal vehicle. This is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days per week in the office. The schedule is flexible and combines remote work with regular in-person and virtual team check-ins. Availability varies with seasonal programming needs, and some evening and weekend hours are required. Candidates must reside in Berks County or Schuylkill County. The organization describes its small team culture as collaborative, supportive, autonomous, and committed to work-life balance.

Requirements

Passion for the Girls on the Run mission and values.
Ability to understand and effectively communicate issues related to empowerment, self-esteem, body image, and whole-person health.
Experience in program delivery or management and/or training facilitation, with work in youth, wellness, and/or nonprofit settings.
Ability to contribute independently and collaborate enthusiastically with team members.
Initiative, bravery, and creativity in decision-making.
Adaptability, curiosity, flexibility, and effective problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Strong communication skills across multiple environments and with varied internal and external audiences.
Computer skills and experience with data management systems and online platforms, such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google, and social media.
Willingness to leverage community connections in support of the organization’s mission.
Willingness to travel throughout Berks and Schuylkill counties using a personal vehicle.
Must reside in Berks County or Schuylkill County.
Availability for some evening and weekend hours to support coaches, volunteers, program events, and fundraising initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Implement the strategic program plan and work toward goals for the number of girls served and program site locations, while striving to reflect the demographics of the communities served.
Develop marketing strategies to promote and grow program networks.
Work with community leaders, schools, and other groups to support successful programming.
Manage and support new and existing sites to ensure quality program implementation.
Enforce and improve site policies and procedures as needed.
Develop coach recruitment and retention strategies that build an engaged, diverse, and qualified volunteer group.
Manage coach training logistics and facilitation, including Girls on the Run NCT training, CPR and First Aid, and background checks.
Enforce and improve coaching policies and procedures as needed.
Support coach volunteers and develop appreciation initiatives.
Manage administrative aspects of program delivery, including inventory, registration information, evaluations, and recruitment applications.
Purchase and distribute curriculum materials, coach bags, manuals, and program equipment.
Develop and track the program budget with the Executive Director.
Manage participant financial assistance policies and procedures.
Communicate with sites, coaches, and families.
Manage inventory and distribution of coach and program curriculum materials, supplies, and equipment.
Ensure timely and accurate data collection and oversee information management for rosters, participant numbers, and program revenue.
Manage coach files, site files, and other program paperwork.
Share program impact, events, volunteer opportunities, and other information using relevant, branded social media content.
Play a key role in fall and spring end-of-season 5K events.
Attend community events to raise awareness or support community partnerships.
Coordinate and attend organization events, including site visits, prospective site or coach meetings, coach training, fundraisers, and 5K events.