East Bay Program Manager

Bay Area Community Resources; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 73,100 - 98,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) Plan

Paid Holidays

Vacation Accrual

Professional Development

Leadership Growth

Job summary

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) is seeking a results-oriented leader to guide program teams across multiple school sites. The role focuses on building high-performing staff, ensuring program quality, and strengthening partnerships with districts and community partners.

You will oversee recruitment, coaching, and development initiatives while monitoring budgets and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Associate degree or equivalent education/experience considered).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of leadership experience in expanded learning, youth development, education, or related field.
• Experience supervising and coaching adult staff.
• Experience managing budgets and overseeing multiple funding sources.
• Strong communication, organizational, and technology skills.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and TB clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor a team of Program Coordinators across multiple school sites.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance coaching, and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement and staff growth.
• Support recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and leadership development initiatives.
• Ensure High-Quality Programs.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor program quality, safety, and compliance.
• Partner with Coordinators to develop action plans that strengthen student outcomes.
• Use data to monitor program performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support implementation of high-quality academic, enrichment, and youth development programming.
• Build Strong School & Community Partnerships.
• Serve as the primary liaison with school districts, principals, and community partners.
• Develop collaborative relationships that strengthen programs and improve student success.
• Represent BACR at district meetings, community events, and professional conferences.
• Promote culturally responsive, equitable, and inclusive practices across all programs.
• Manage Operations & Fiscal Responsibility.
• Monitor program budgets, approve expenses, and oversee fiscal accountability.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, district expectations, and organizational policies.
• Review and approve timesheets, reports, and operational documentation.
• Partner with internal departments to ensure contracts, reporting, and administrative processes are completed accurately and on time.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Staff Development

Budget Management

Communication

Technology Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Budgeting software

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description: Benefits: Competitive salary: $86,000 annually Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee Assistance Program and wellness benefits Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) retirement plan Up to 16 paid holidays annually Paid vacation accrual Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

What You'll Do

• Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams
• Supervise, coach, and mentor a team of Program Coordinators across multiple school sites.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance coaching, and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement and staff growth.
• Support recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and leadership development initiatives.
• Ensure High-Quality Programs
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor program quality, safety, and compliance.
• Partner with Coordinators to develop action plans that strengthen student outcomes.
• Use data to monitor program performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support implementation of high-quality academic, enrichment, and youth development programming.
• Build Strong School & Community Partnerships
• Serve as the primary liaison with school districts, principals, and community partners.
• Develop collaborative relationships that strengthen programs and improve student success.
• Represent BACR at district meetings, community events, and professional conferences.
• Promote culturally responsive, equitable, and inclusive practices across all programs.
• Manage Operations & Fiscal Responsibility
• Monitor program budgets, approve expenses, and oversee fiscal accountability.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, district expectations, and organizational policies.
• Review and approve timesheets, reports, and operational documentation.
• Partner with internal departments to ensure contracts, reporting, and administrative processes are completed accurately and on time.

What We're Looking For

• A commitment to educational equity, youth development, and community impact.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Experience managing multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with schools, families, district leaders, and community partners.
• A commitment to creating inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Associate degree or equivalent education/experience considered).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of leadership experience in expanded learning, youth development, education, or a related field.
• Experience supervising and coaching adult staff.
• Experience managing budgets and overseeing multiple funding sources.
• Strong communication, organizational, and technology skills.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and TB clearance.

Preferred Experience

• Managing grant-funded educational or expanded learning programs.
• Experience working directly with school districts and community partners.
• Knowledge of California Expanded Learning programs and youth development best practices.

About Us

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year. BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status. Visit our website at www.bacr.org. Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location. ARE YOU EXTRAORDINARY? We put people at the center of everything we do. With a diversity of backgrounds, ideas, opinions, and life experiences we hire individuals within the community who are passionate about making a difference. When you join BACR, you join a team with leaders, doers, and big thinkers, who are committed to giving back to their community. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, where there are opportunities for all, everyone feels like they belong, and different perspectives are valued. No matter what your experience is - you CAN make a difference! Thank you for your interest in a career at BACR! BACR staff make a lasting impact across California, serving tens of thousands of children, youth, and families every day. BACR staff continue to create meaningful change in every community we serve. We continually witness the strength and resilience of the individuals and families we serve who are often those most adversely impacted by systemic racism, poverty, and inequitable access to resources and opportunities. BACR has remained steadfast to our mission: We work in the heart of our communities to foster generational change. We are grateful for the opportunity to support communities throughout the Bay Area, promoting resilience, health and justice and to our dedicated staff who serve those communities with compassion, passion, creativity and talent.