Options for Learning is a nonprofit childcare and early learning agency that helps families improve their lives and break out of poverty by providing tools that
Project Manager
Location
California
Posted
37 days ago
Salary
$88K - $117K / year
Seniority
Entry Level
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Job Description
Project Manager
Options for Learning
Title: Project Manager Location: West Covina, CA Hybrid Remote • West Covina, CA Description Project Manager West Covina, Calif. | Office/other About our organization Since 1981, Options for Learning has been at the forefront of helping families break the cycle of poverty and improve their lives by providing tools to create a positive foundation for school, social, and life success. Our dedicated and passionate employees have helped our organization become one of Southern California's most innovative and progressive child development organizations, serving nearly 11,000 children throughout the San Gabriel Valley. About this position This position is responsible for managing interdepartmental projects within the organization’s Project Management office. This role focuses on organization-wide initiatives, strategic alignment, and cross-functional project success. The project manager will aid in positioning our organization as a true leader in supporting families and preparing children for life success. What you’ll be doing - Managing program and/or department projects and those assigned by management; - Analyzing all aspects of projects from concept to completion; - Prioritizing department projects according to areas of greatest need and/or impact; - Organizing trainings upon completion of projects as necessary; - Forming teams to assist with projects as necessary; - Managing documentation associated with projects, including narratives, statistics and other pertinent data; - Working with other departments, agencies, or funding sources as needed; - Providing regular progress reports to management; - Accurately complete, archive, and update required documentation on a timely basis according to department and agency policies and procedures; - Managing department office duties and supporting the work of program or department management; - Assisting the program and/or department managers as needed; - Attending training as required; - Performing other duties as assigned. What you bring to the table - Bachelor’s degree in project management, business administration, human services, information systems/computer science or other applicable field (verifiable work experience may be substituted for education); - Two years of project or office management experience in a professional capacity; - Ability to communicate in written and verbal English correctly and effectively; - Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams); - Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Planner, Trello, Asana, etc.; - Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze information and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment; - Excellent presentation and facilitation skills to small, large and diverse groups, including ability to communicate project details to various audiences; - Experience and ability to effectively work with, be respectful of, and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds; - Ability to independently identify problems, needs and opportunities for improvements, develop solutions, and implement plans/solutions; - Ability to engage and be comfortable with all levels of management; - Ability to fulfill job duties while meeting the highest ethical standards; - Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects; - Strong attention to detail and effective organizational skills; - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; - California driver’s license, available use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance; - Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification (preferred); - Experience with child care, education or human services organizations (preferred); - Command of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese (preferred). What we can offer you - Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 95% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time); - Organization-paid and matching retirement plan; - Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement; - Generous and flexible PTO; - Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more! Job specifications - Reports to the senior project manager; - Exempt, full-time, year-round position; - Eight-hour workday, four-day workweek; - Hybrid work schedule with approval by management; - Organization-wide winter break; - Limited evening or weekend work may be required; - Employment, responsibilities, compensation and other factors may be affected by changes in governmental regulations, the organization’s contracts, or at the organization’s discretion. Salary - $88,000 - $117,000 per year (candidates should anticipate receiving an offer within the first quartile of the salary range).
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