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The Salvation Army Southern California · 1 day ago

Program Manager

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$60K/yr - $64K/yr

1+ years exp

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Program Manager to oversee after-school and summer programming for children. The role includes providing supervision and guidance, ensuring compliance with licensing requirements, and developing community relationships.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Plan, lead, and direct after-school and summer programming. Licensed for 100 students

Provide supervision, guidance, and care for children in educational, enrichment, and recreational settings

Support Corps ministry components integrated into youth programming. Provide encouraging instruction during group activities

Build and implement lesson plans for the Assistant Red Shield Director and Program Leaders

Supervise and train staff-led activities to ensure quality of service and child safety

Ensure childcare licensure compliance and complete required data entry

Maintain accurate staff licensing records and onboarding documentation while also ensuring staff are up to date on PTM training and onboarding requirements

Oversee Red Shield monthly financials and submit reports as needed

Maintain USDA and other awarded grant records to ensure compliance

Develop partnerships with parents and build responsive relationships with children

Establish strong connections with schools, families, students, and TSA staff

Build and expand Red Shield program to grow program memberships

Work with the kitchen to coordinate food service for events and daily needs

Assist with discipline, rule enforcement, and maintaining a safe environment

Support general setup, cleanup, and facility opening/closing

Ensure all children are accounted for at all times

Coordinate logistics with school districts and staff to ensure routing for kids from school to the corps

Qualification

Program ManagementChild Care ComplianceYouth DevelopmentMicrosoft OfficeFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipRelationship BuildingProblem Solving

Required

Program Leaders must have at least 1 year of full-time (or equivalent part-time) verifiable experience working with school-age children

College Degree in youth development or education-related fields required unless 5 years of industry-related experience

Past work and education must meet state approval requirements for licensed Child Care Directors in Colorado

Within 30 days of hire, must submit fingerprints and obtain certifications in: First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, Universal Precautions. Certifications must be from a nationally recognized provider

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email required

A minimum age of 21 (for insurance provision) and possession of a valid in-state driver's license is required

Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies

Ability to maneuver

Ability to remain in a stationary position

Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead

Ability to operate telephone

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Ability to access and produce information from the computer

Ability to understand written information

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred

Previous experience building and growing a child-care program is preferred

Knowledge of Procare is a plus

Working knowledge of integrated database applications

Ability to learn and use new software programs with basic training

Benefits

Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance

Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)

Vacation benefit – 20 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0769 hours for each hour worked (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)

One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)

Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)

Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)