In-School Youth Program Lead

Educational Data Systems, Inc.; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Data Systems, Inc. (EDSI) invites applications for a Program Manager (In-School Youth) to oversee the HGCY In-School Youth Pilot across East, North, and West regions.

The role supervises Youth Career Advisor and WBL Specialist, builds district and community partnerships, and ensures program performance aligns with quality standards. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years in workforce development or youth services, with strong organizational, communication, and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, workforce development, human services, business administration, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in workforce development, youth programming, education, human services, or a related field preferred.
• Previous supervisory or program management experience required.
• Experience building partnerships with schools, community organizations, employers, or other stakeholders preferred.
• Experience monitoring program performance, participant outcomes, and service quality.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage priorities across multiple service areas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily program operations and supervise Youth Career Advisor (In-School Youth) and the WBL Specialist.
• Develop partnerships with school districts, colleges, community organizations, and employers, and coordinate partnership efforts across the three regions.
• Set outreach, recruitment, and enrollment targets; track progress and address performance gaps.
• Oversee participant services, case management, and follow-up.
• Review files and program data for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Track enrollment, retention, graduation, measurable skill gains, credentials, work-based learning (WBL) completion, postsecondary continuation, and employment outcomes.
• Monitor Summer Jobs applications, referrals, and conversion outcomes.
• Oversee graduation transitions to education, training, employment, WBL, or Out-of-School Youth (OSY) services.
• Lead senior-year career immersion activities and approve career exploration and employer engagement activities.
• Maintain consistent workflows and service standards across all regions, and use program results to improve services and operations.
• Lead staff meetings, case reviews, and performance discussions.
• Resolve participant, school, employer, and partner concerns escalated to program leadership.
• Report program performance to EDSI leadership and the H-GAC Workforce Board.
• Ensure staff follow EDSI and program policies and procedures.

Skills

Staff supervision

Partnership development

Program management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Educational Data Systems, Inc. (EDSI) invites applications for a Program Manager (In-School Youth) to oversee the HGCY In-School Youth Pilot across East, North, and West regions.

The role supervises Youth Career Advisor and WBL Specialist, builds district and community partnerships, and ensures program performance aligns with quality standards. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years in workforce development or youth services, with strong organizational, communication, and MS