In-Prison Program Manager

Spirit League; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE) invites applications for the In‑Prison Program Manager to provide leadership and operational oversight for our transformative in‑prison programming.

Based in the SF Bay Area with a hybrid Oakland office, the role supervises the In‑Prison Program Coordinator, advances data-driven improvements, and collaborates with development, communications, and reentry teams to maximize impact.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in nonprofit program management with supervisory experience.
• 2+ years direct experience working with system-impacted individuals.
• Strong project management skills and comfort with Google Workspace and database management.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of in-prison programs and set goals.
• Supervise the In-Prison Program Coordinator and provide feedback.
• Represent AACRE at events and guide outreach and advocacy.
• Manage budgets, grants reporting, and cross-team collaboration.

Skills

Program management

Team supervision

Stakeholder engagement

Data tracking & metrics

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s Degree or higher

Tools

Google Workspace

Database management

Job description

About Us

The Asian Prisoner Support Committee (APSC) provides culturally competent services to currently and formerly incarcerated Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities. Over the past 20 years, APSC has grown into a national model for criminal justice transformation, working at the intersection of prisoner rights, immigrant justice, and anti‑deportation advocacy.

APSC is a member and fiscally sponsored project of Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE), a network dedicated to long‑term movement building and social justice infrastructure. Staff hired for this role will be employees of AACRE.

Position Description

The In‑Prison Program Manager provides leadership and operational oversight for our transformative in‑prison programming. Supervised by the Deputy Director, you will manage day‑to‑day operations, supervise the In‑Prison Program Coordinator, and ensure the delivery of high‑impact, individualized reentry services. Occasional overnight travel, estimated to be less than 5%, will be required for this position. This is a vital role focused on continuous program improvement, cross‑functional collaboration, and deep community impact.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Operations

• Oversight & Goal Setting: Direct day-to-day operations of in‑person and APSC prison programs, establish goals and workflows aligned with organizational priorities.
• Data & Quality Assurance: Track program data and metrics to continuously evaluate impact and refine operational procedures.
• Staff Supervision: Directly supervise the In‑Prison Program Coordinator, including work assignment, professional development, and regular performance feedback.

Communications, Outreach & Advocacy

• Public Engagement: Represent APSC at public events, panels, and community coalitions; guide content development and storytelling that highlights program impact.
• Advocacy Alignment: Support campaigns and policy efforts impacting incarcerated individuals, ensuring messaging aligns with APSC values.

Administration & Collaboration

• Fiscal Management: Manage program budgets and monitor expenditures in coordination with leadership.
• Grant Support: Contribute to grant reporting, data collection, and funder presentations.
• Internal Synergy: Collaborate with development, communications, and reentry teams to integrate program and organizational values across the broader organization.

• 2+ years of program management and supervisory experience within a nonprofit, plus 2+ years of direct experience working with system‑impacted individuals.
• Deep understanding of in‑prison social dynamics, culture, and institutional politics, with proven skills in mediation, de‑escalation, and relationship building.
• Strong project management skills (event planning, goal implementation) and comfort with Google Workspace and database management.
• Occasional overnight travel, estimated to be less than 5% of total work time per year.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher.
• Lived experience as a formerly incarcerated or system‑impacted individual.
• Experience implementing in‑prison curriculum in EDOVO
• Experience proactively engaging with diverse community coalitions.

Other Details

FLSA status: Exempt

Hours: Full‑time, 40 hours per week

Location: Hybrid position (office in Oakland). Must be based in SF Bay Area.

Manager others: Yes

Reports to: APSC Deputy Director

AACRE is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment where everyone is valued and discrimination has no place. We are committed to serving the rich diversity of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, and strongly encourage women, trans and gender expansive individuals, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those living with disabilities to apply.

AACRE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We consider all qualified candidates for employment regardless of age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, arrests or conviction records, or veteran status.

We are committed to supporting our employees to thrive in service of our mission by providing generous benefits, which include 100% health, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability insurance for employee coverage and 65% for dependent coverage; an employer‑funded health reimbursement account; and paid time off.

For more information, visit aacre.org and asianprisonersupport.com.