Program Director for Campus-Based Services (Austin ISD)

Communities In Schools of Central Texas

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 61,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Personal days

Sick leave days

Health insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is seeking a Program Director for Campus-Based Services to lead CIS Program Managers across AISD campuses in Austin, TX. The role focuses on organization, implementation, and supervision of services for multiple schools, ensuring strong team performance and student support.

The position requires a Master’s degree or equivalent combined with several years of leadership and program-management experience.

Qualifications

Minimum of three (3) years of program management experience directing and supporting programs to meet organizational strategic initiatives.
Minimum of two (2) years in team management with strong supervision and team-building experience.
Two (2) years in progressively responsible leadership roles.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Experience building productive relationships with CIS staff, school personnel, and community partners.
Demonstrated critical thinking and mature decision-making skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including conflict management.
Experience managing multiple projects and relationships while meeting deadlines.
Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; comfortable with virtual tools (MS Teams, Zoom).
Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Travel across North to South Austin to support Navarro, Northeast, and ALC teams.
Coordinate hiring for vacant Program Manager positions.
Provide orientation, supervision, support, and training to Program Managers.
Conduct periodic performance reviews for Program Managers and supervisees.
Develop programming opportunities with Program Managers to meet client needs.
Develop programs engaging families to improve student achievement.
Ensure compliance with contracts and agency policies.
Maintain positive relationships with school administration and staff.
Prepare and submit required reports.
Contribute to CIS team approach to service delivery.
Must have reliable transportation.
Promote and maintain agency culture and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Program management

Team management

Leadership

Relationship building

Communication skills

Time management

Conflict management

Organizational skills

MS Office

Virtual communication tools

Education

Master’s Degree in a relevant field

Bachelor’s Degree + equivalent experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

MS Teams

Zoom

Job description

Position Description

Program Director for Campus-Based Services (Austin ISD)

Location: Austin, TX 78744

Job Code: 1029- 2026

# of openings: 1

Program Director of Campus-Based Services

Austin ISD

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Location

In-person / CIST Administrative Office / Austin, Texas

Employment Type

Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to:

Sr. Program Director, Campus-Based Services

Supervises:

Provides supervision and support to Program Managers assigned to the Navarro vertical team, Northeast vertical team, and ALC. May also supervise AmeriCorps members, reassigned staff, interns, and/or volunteers, as applicable.

Starting Salary:

$5,000 / month ($60,000 / annual) (contingent on experience)

About Communities In Schools

Rooted in community for over 40 years, Communities In Schools of Central Texas (CISCT) is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Austin, Texas. Communities In Schools (CIS) is a national organization that ensures every student has what they need to realize their full potential in school and beyond. At CISCT, our mission is simple: surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

If this is you, are you All In For Kids?

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is seeking a Program Director for Campus-Based Services to support CIS Program Managers in multiple schools in Austin, Texas (AISD). The Program Director is responsible for ensuring the successful organization, implementation, and supervision of activities, services, staff, and programs for schools in Austin ISD with CIS programs.

Who You Are

First and foremost, we are looking for amazing people who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission, and are highly motivated to change children's lives through education. You will be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, and the people around you to the next level.

What We Offer

CIS offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The starting salary range for this position is $5,000/mo. Salaries are determined by qualifications and relevant experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and midpoint depending on experience and in alignment with internal equity.

Some Of Our Benefits

Generous time off includes 4+ weeks of holiday and 2 weeks of vacation time

Three (3) Personal Days

Twelve (12) Sick Leave Days

CIS pays for 100% of the employee premium for the base medical insurance plan and we provide a subsidy to support coverage for spouse/domestic partner and children dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, and flexible spending account options

Professional development403(b) retirement plan with an employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We offer an inclusive environment where staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day

What You’ll Bring

Minimum of three (3) years of program management including the demonstrated ability to direct and support programs to accomplish organizational strategic initiatives

Minimum of two (2) years of team management including a strong background in staff supervision and team building

Minimum of two (2) years in increasingly responsible leadership roles

Demonstrated commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture

Demonstrated experience building and maintaining positive and productive relationships to effectively collaborate with CIS staff, school personnel and community partners

Demonstrated critical thinking and mature decision-making skills

Excellent organization and time management skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including conflict management

Experience managing multiple projects and relationships while meeting critical deadlines

Demonstrated proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Experience using virtual communication apps including MS Teams and Zoom

A minimum of one (1) year managing multiple sites, programs or contracts, preferred

Master’s Degree in a relevant field or a Bachelor’s Degree plus an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, preferred

Access to reliable transportation

What You’ll Do

The position is required to travel from North to South Austin to provide consistent support to the Navarro vertical team, Northeast vertical team, and ALC.