Manager, Professional Development

Per Scholas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40+ days PTO/year

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Job summary

Per Scholas in Houston is seeking a Professional Development Manager to guide learners through career-readiness training and job preparation. You will coach, mentor, and coordinate with instructors to help students secure entry- to mid-level IT roles.

The role emphasizes Salesforce, Google Suite, and LMS usage, strong communication, and a passion for equity. It includes comprehensive benefits, generous PTO, and a collaborative mission to expand access to tech careers.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in workforce development or job readiness coaching.
• Experience in talent acquisition, organizational development, or adult learning in tech.
• Experience with Salesforce, Google Suite, and LMS.
• Experience with adult classroom training.

Responsibilities

• Lead career development training sessions using an approved curriculum to prepare learners for job attainment and mid-level IT roles.
• Provide professional development coaching in interviewing, resumes, LinkedIn, job search, and workplace success.
• Manage a class size of up to 40 learners and coordinate with satellite campus.
• Oversee learner progress and collaborate with instructors and departments to evaluate performance.

Skills

Career coaching

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Tools

Salesforce

Google Suite

LMS

Job description

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .

Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA

POSITION TITLE: Manager, Professional Development

LOCATION: Houston, Texas

REPORTS TO: Site Director

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

At Per Scholas, we are committed to empowering individuals to launch and advance their careers in the ever-evolving field of technology. We are searching for a passionate and dynamic individual to join our team as a Professional Development Manager. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about helping learners develop the skills and confidence needed to excel in today's competitive job market. If you are dedicated to preparing individuals for career success, possess expertise in job readiness coaching, and are committed to helping learners become job-ready, we want you to be part of our team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Career Readiness Curriculum & Workshops:

• Lead comprehensive career development training sessions using an approved curriculum to prepare learners for job attainment and entry into mid-level jobs in Information Technology.
• Provide professional development coaching to learners in a diverse range of complex subjects, encompassing interviewing techniques, crafting resumes and cover letters, optimizing LinkedIn profiles, devising effective job search tactics, fostering workplace success, delivering career advancement training, and various other areas of expertise.
• Utilize the Professional Development curriculum to prepare each learner to complete the job readiness assessment.
• Offer remediation workshops and individual coaching sessions for learners needing extra support.
• Take full ownership of the Key Performance Indicator (KPI) focused on job readiness.
• Assist the learners with preparing their resumes for the job readiness assessment.
• Accompany the learners to offsite corporate engagements and offsite events.
• Manage a class size of up to 40 learners (the local class is connected to a satellite campus)

Learner Performance & Experience Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for learner questions and issues.
• Provide ongoing individual career counseling to learners.
• Collaborate with technical instructors to prepare learner evaluations.
• Participate in cross-departmental learner progress meetings with other departments.
• Oversee learner resume uploads into Salesforce.
• Manage learner attendance and performance policies, including communication with learners not meeting program compliance requirements.
• Accompany learners off-site campus to corporate engagement site visits, mock interviews, networking events, and lunch and learn with employer partners.
• Collaborate with the learner support team to provide wellness and financial support to learners.
• Assist individuals in identifying and planning their career paths, aligning their skills and aspirations with available opportunities.
• Offer advice on professional development opportunities, training programs, and skill enhancement to aid in career advancement.
• Collaborate with Talent Solutions to recommend graduates for specific job requisitions, leveraging insights into individual skills and talents.
• Conduct one-on-one sessions to address career concerns, strategize career goals, and provide ongoing support throughout their professional journey within the organization.
• Facilitate connections with relevant stakeholders, mentors, and departments to broaden career prospects and opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of career advisement sessions and contribute to reports evaluating the success of career development initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US:

Professional Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in workforce development with a specific background in job readiness coaching, or education
• Experience in talent acquisition, organizational development, or adult learning in the tech sector, a plus
• Demonstrated experience in adult classroom training and understanding of principles of classroom instruction
• Experience with Salesforce, Google Suite, and Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred

Personal Characteristics

• You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.
• You are not afraid to make tough decisions or have tough conversations with learners.
• You are data-driven, results-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.
• You are a resourceful thinker.
• You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.
• You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
• You are tech-savvy and can learn quickly.
• You are strong at managing your time, and you can balance multiple projects and tasks.
• You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions, and that talent should be recognized and recruited from many diverse sources.

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary of $60,000/year, with a range between $55,000/year and $60,000/year, where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.

LI#-Onsite

Holidays & PTO: Full-TimePer Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year). Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.

Dental and Vision Insurance: Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums.

Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members

Parental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.

Additional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.

QUESTIONS?

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.