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Program Manager

R4Creating-Rio Rancho, NM

Full-Time40h/wk$45k to $50k/year5% TravelBusiness Casual Attire

100 days ago

Compensation

$45,000-50,000. Commensurate with Experience. Limited benefits package includes medical and disability insurances, along with generous paid leave policies.

Accommodations

We recognize that qualified candidates will include a range of people who each require different support in order to be successful. If you have a cognitive or physical disability that requires accommodations or specific support, we will provide what is reasonable within the organization's capacity.

To Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume by 5 pm on Friday, February 9, 2024 to info@R4Creating.org

R4Creating is an equal opportunity employer

More information about the R4Creating (www.R4Creating.org)

The Program Manager staff position will create depth of STEM programs, particularly competitive robotics and drones in addition to expanding services offered by the Cal Ripken Sr STEAM Center of Excellence and STEM camps.
Our STEM engagement spans from pre-Kindergarten to University and provides programs that provide awareness, leadership training, and educator opportunities.
A desire to learn and grow, take initiative, be flexible, enjoy working with others and implement change designed to impact the future of STEM education is critical to the work of our team.
The Program Manager will be an active member of the R4C staff that includes full time professionals, contract workers, professional volunteers and student leaders.

This role requires a good deal of non-traditional hours as you are working with students during out of school time, including evenings, weekends and summers. Flexibility is a key to this role as well as creative problem solving and a desire to mentor youth from elementary through career. Additionally, it is critical to maintain a professional demeanor and you must have character above reproach, because you are a role model to students and leaders at R4Creating.

The best candidate is looking for an opportunity to support the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) based mission and plans for growth of R4Creating with flexibility and enthusiasm.

Location

R4Creating

Program Manager Job Announcement

Position Summary

R4Creating (R4C) is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) 501c3 supporting education and enrichment through a variety of programs for students, educators and the community. While the organization was officially established in 2017, we have been serving the community and state since 2005 with our award winning programs.

Reports to: Executive Director

Classification: Full Time, In Person

Programmatic Responsibilities

Coach, plan and develop competitive and non-competitive robotics teams including BEST, VEX VRC, VEX IQ, Combat Bots and Drones
Manage and maintain summer camp programs - including development, implementation and staffing

Collect and record program data, and demographics and manage evaluations
Manage pre and post program evaluations
Create quarterly impact reports using collected data
Travel to and coach teams to events, both in and out of town

Develop and manage STEAM Center of Excellence program and training for community and educators

Speaker Series
Additional events

Required and Demonstrable Skills

Computer skills including Microsoft Suite type programs including Word and Excel, data entry programs and project management platforms
Ability to effectively organize and manage multiple initiatives
Experience working with non-profit or other businesses that rely on donations and fundraising is desired
Ability to work effectively with volunteers, recruiting and organization
Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written
Experience leading classes of students in the use of emerging technology
Experience managing teams of staff including professionals and interns
Experience with programming languages
Experience with robotic engineering including the use of maker space equipment

Leadership Responsibilities

Recruit students and educators to participate in R4C programs
Supervise student interns, contractors and other support staff and volunteers
Assist with executing PR for programs to develop community awareness and support

Ideal Candidate Qualities

A desire to drive outcomes and performance through attention to detail, valuing relationships and effective team building
Proven success leading and inspiring others through change that requires facilitative, tactical, and leadership skills.
Willingness to explore creative approaches to grow programs and organization
Demonstrated effectiveness as an insightful and collaborative leader with experience successfully informing and influencing senior and executive leadership.
A passion to support and foster positive ways of working that promote and embrace diversity of thought, culture, and experience.
Enthusiastically supports the R4C Mission, including a commitment to STEM education and enrichment, working with youth, workforce development, and building an organization that transforms lives.
A desire to commit to serving the organization long term
Previous experience coaching robotics teams highly desirable