R4Creating
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