Program Director for Campus-Based Services

Supporting CIS programs in Austin ISD

Are you passionate about working for an organization that serves to empower and uplift students through the education system by removing barriers and helping students realize their fullest potential? Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. We achieve our mission by hiring bright, creative, and innovative team members who demonstrate a passion for what they do.

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

Who we want:

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 paid holidays and 2 weeks of paid vacation time
• Three (3) paid Personal Days
• Twelve (12) paid Sick Leave Days
• CIS pays for 100% of the employee premium for the base medical insurance plan and we provide subsidy to support coverage for spouse/domestic partner and children dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options
• Professional development
• 403(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:

• Coordinate hiring process for vacant Program Manager positions
• Provide initial orientation and ongoing supervision, support, and training to Program Managers within a designated level or program area
• Conduct periodic performance reviews for Program Managers and other supervisees
• Develop programming opportunities with Program Managers specific to the developmental needs of clients
• Develop programs and activities with Program Managers designed to engage families in improving student achievement
• Ensure Program Managers and other supervisees maintain compliance with contractual requirements and agency policies and procedures
• Support Program Managers in maintaining a positive relationship with administration, teachers and other personnel on assigned campus
• Prepare and submit reports as required
• Participate in the CIS team approach to service delivery and problem-solving
• Must have reliable transportation
• Promote and maintain agency culture, standards, and systems
• Perform other activities and duties as required by the Senior Program Director, Program Officer or Chief Operations & Equity Officer

Reporting Structure: This position is supervised by a Senior Program Director of Camus-Based Services unless otherwise designated by the Regional Director or Program Officer. This position supervises Program Managers within a designated geographic or program area. May supervise other employees such as Program Coordinators, Caseworkers, AmeriCorps members, interns, and/or volunteers as necessary.

Work Location: This is a full-time, in-person position located at the CIS administrative office, St. Elmo, Austin, TX.

Online applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.