Senior Program Director, Youth Programs & Districts

The Youth Project; Greenfield (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Youth Project is seeking a Program Director to lead a team of Site Coordinators across a district, ensuring high-quality programs meet contractual obligations and student needs. You will manage district relationships and stay closely connected to frontline work, building strong partnerships with schools and community stakeholders.

This builder role requires people leadership, district management, and a hands-on approach to program delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in education, social work, nonprofit management, public policy, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years managing youth programs.
• Working knowledge of California Education Code requirements for expanded learning (ELO-P, ASES).
• Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable in front of partners and staff.
• Track record of building real relationships with institutional partners.
• Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation for in-district travel.
• Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred.
• Master’s degree and direct after-school program experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team of Site Coordinators across a district or geographic area to deliver high-quality programming that meets student needs and contractual obligations.
• Own the partner relationship and ensure alignment with district goals and program expectations.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Spanish/English bilingual

California Ed Code knowledge

First Aid/CPR readiness

Education

Bachelor’s in education / related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

The Youth Project is seeking a Program Director to lead a team of Site Coordinators across a district, ensuring high-quality programs meet contractual obligations and student needs. You will manage district relationships and stay closely connected to frontline work, building strong partnerships with schools and community stakeholders.

This builder role requires people leadership, district management, and a hands-on approach to program delivery.