Project Manager

Options For Learning • West Covina, CA

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for managing interdepartmental projects within the organization’s Project Management office. This role focuses on organization-wide initiatives, strategic alignment, and cross-functional project success.

The project manager will aid in positioning our organization as a true leader in supporting families and preparing children for life success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, business administration, human services, information systems/computer science or other applicable field (verifiable work experience may be substituted for education)
• Two years of project or office management experience in a professional capacity
• Ability to communicate in written and verbal English correctly and effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams)
• Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Planner, Trello, Asana, etc.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze information and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills to small, large and diverse groups, including ability to communicate project details to various audiences
• Experience and ability to effectively work with, be respectful of, and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds
• Ability to independently identify problems, needs and opportunities for improvements, develop solutions, and implement plans/solutions
• Ability to engage and be comfortable with all levels of management
• Ability to fulfill job duties while meeting the highest ethical standards
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects
• Strong attention to detail and effective organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• California driver’s license, available use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance

Nice To Haves

• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification (preferred)
• Experience with child care, education or human services organizations (preferred)
• Command of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Managing program and/or department projects and those assigned by management
• Analyzing all aspects of projects from concept to completion
• Prioritizing department projects according to areas of greatest need and/or impact
• Organizing trainings upon completion of projects as necessary
• Forming teams to assist with projects as necessary
• Managing documentation associated with projects, including narratives, statistics and other pertinent data
• Working with other departments, agencies, or funding sources as needed
• Providing regular progress reports to management
• Accurately complete, archive, and update required documentation on a timely basis according to department and agency policies and procedures
• Managing department office duties and supporting the work of program or department management
• Assisting the program and/or department managers as needed
• Attending training as required
• Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 95% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time)
• Organization-paid and matching retirement plan
• Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement
• Generous and flexible PTO
• Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager