Program Manager - Workforce Programs

Roots Community Health; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Roots Community Health in Oakland, CA seeks a Workforce Program Manager to lead workforce programming, oversee multiple programs, and support rapid, collaborative execution in a fast-paced nonprofit setting.

You will build relationships with community organizations, supervise program coordinators, manage budgets, and ensure timely documentation and reporting in line with contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in program management, evaluation, and project management.
• Experience in community outreach or organizing preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to program coordinators in personnel, finance, and administrative activities.
• Oversee community outreach activities and maintain relationships with local community organizations.
• Assist in developing, managing, and tracking program budgets and spending.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports to ensure compliance with standards and goals.
• Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and trainings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Workforce Program Manager supports program implementation, execution, and integration of multiple programs in the organization. The Workforce Program Manager will be focused on our workforce programming by providing proactive, solutions-oriented support for the program team and continuous improvement of workforce processes, policies and procedures. You will be motivated to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with a broader team to get big things done. You will be good at building relationships in order to deliver positive advocacy outcomes that impact East Oakland communities. You will be a self-starter willing to proactively ideate, create, manage, and execute projects solo and in teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct supervision to assigned program coordinators in matters relating to personnel, finance, and administrative activities.
• Provide oversight to program coordinators in community outreach activities and events while maintaining related relationships with community-based and neighborhood organizations.
• Support coordinators in community outreach activities and events while maintaining all related relationships with community-based and neighborhood organizations.
• Assist program coordinators to develop, manage, and track budgets and spending.
• Assist program coordinators in the development of reports monthly, quarterly, and yearly to ensure effective compliance with established standards, contracted goals, and objectives.
• Make and recommend personnel decisions, including but not limited to promotion, transfer, and assignment of staff, and imposition of discipline.
• Provide timely and high-quality completion of all program deliverables.
• Use independent judgment and discretion to make decisions affecting the department and staff.
• Complete all required documentation and reports in a timely fashion, as required by contract guidelines.
• Participate in staff meetings, supervision, agency meetings, and staff training.

Requirements

Competencies:

• A bachelor's degree in public health, business administration, public administration, social work, or related field or relevant experience is required.
• Prior experience in program management, evaluation, project management, team management, community health planning, community organizing, and providing technical assistance.
• Experience conducting community outreach, community organizing, or working with community residents is preferred.
• Experience working in a non-profit organization or community clinic preferred.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds; strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Valid California Driver License with a safe driving record.
• Computer competency, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities.
• Ability to think quickly, assess a situation, and make a sound decision.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and multi-task effectively.
• High level of ethics and personal integrity to work with confidential information.
• Ability to work on-site full-time.