Program Manager, Alabama Conservation Corps

Position Summary

The Student Conservation Association provides an array of internship and corps programming across the country. The Program Manager (PM) Alabama Conservation Corps position is responsible for ensuring the safe, complete, and accurate execution of SCAs Alabama program portfolio in accordance with the uniform practices and procedures established by the Senior Vice President of Program, AmeriCorps Director, and National Program Manager State-Funded AmeriCorps. SCA members in this program will serve across Alabama, including SCAs Alabama Gulf Corps teams, to address critical conservation projects that benefit the lands and people of the region.

The PM is responsible for delivering a strong experience for participants through direct support, as well as support of local SCA program staff. The PM works cross-departmentally to develop a seamless experience from selection of candidates to completion of the program in which they are participating. The PM also works closely with the Training, Education, and Evaluation teams to assure that all materials developed for the member experience support the mission and goals of SCA and our partnering organizations. They are responsible for AmeriCorps grant management, which requires being knowledgeable in AmeriCorps protocols and grant provisions. This position reports to the National Program Manager- State-Funded AmeriCorps. The annual salary range being offered for this role is $56,000 - $62,000.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Delivery:
  • Support programs primary member recruitment activities including developing position postings and program marketing.
  • Responsible for assisting HR as requested with the SCA onboarding requirements of project leaders, staff, and members. Review all onboarding documents and criminal history checks prior to staff and members start date to assure accuracy and compliance.
  • Responsible for member AmeriCorps support, enrollment, and exiting in eGrants.
  • Manage Gulf Region Corps cohorts for orientation, team-building, and support.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, including weekly time-keeping logs, narrative reporting, and other SCA mandates.
  • Develop specialized curriculum and member training schedules in consultation with program partners and SCAs Education and Training team, and local program staff.
  • Schedule and manage contracts with any external trainers.
  • Schedule with supervisors and SCA staff to initiate consistent member evaluations.
  • Lead and manage the development and tracking of SCA Alabama Conservation Corps program budgets via consultation with partnership, program, and finance staff.
  • Assure members are serving in compliance with partner/SCA expectations and AmeriCorps guidelines.
  • Conduct program site visits in coordination with partnership and project partners and SCAs risk management department.
  • Ensure that AmeriCorps program sites are functioning within compliance and the programs defined performance measures.
  • Monitor program delivery for successful outcomes related to quality and safety.
  • Support a culture of safety and inclusion for all program members.
  • Report, track, and respond to incidents in accordance with SCA policies and procedures.
  • Develop member/staff performance plans and determine proper disciplinary action when deemed necessary.

• Program Improvements:
  • Work closely with SCA staff and external partners to identify opportunities for improvement, always with an eye toward enhancing SCAs focus on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Review SCA and partner risk management policies and serve as the key personnel in decision making regarding adjustments and changes to policies and procedures via consultation with program partners and SCAs Director of Risk Management.
  • Liaise with SCAs Risk Management department to monitor incident trends to improve quality of safety, adherence to mandatory administrative requirements and curriculum requirements

• Internal SCA Engagement:
  • Work cross-departmentally to develop program models, goals, content, and performance outcomes that align with SCA and partner goals.
  • Manage SCA Alabama Conservation Corps grants for all reporting and compliance requirements.
  • Attend meetings and planning sessions with the SCA AmeriCorps team to review AmeriCorps guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • Attend weekly State-Funded AmeriCorps team meetings, as well as any relevant internal department meetings with Community, Crew and Corps, and other departments.
  • Support annual AmeriCorps continuation process, and new grant application process as needed.

• External Engagement:
  • Support the Partnership and Philanthropy Departments to identify new partners for this program.
  • Attend as SCA representative, all AmeriCorps required trainings and grantee meetings for the SCA Alabama Conservation Corps program.
  • Represent SCA at events and conferences that highlight the program.
  • Build and maintain alumni network in concert with or as requested by the Director of Alumni.

Experience and Qualifications

• 4-8 years of progressively responsible experience including skills related to the position such as program coordination, experience working with programmatic partners, and grant/budget management.
• Experience managing an AmeriCorps or similar grant funded program preferred.
• Strong communication skills when working with various external and internal partners.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience working with youth from racially and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of conservation, climate action, and sustainability.
• Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands.
• Demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines.
• Salesforce experience a plus.
• Ability to travel approximately 5-10% of time and attend required training.

AAP/EEO Statement

SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. It is firmly committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Salary : $56,000 - $62,000