Director of Programs

SUMMARY: To provide day-to-day supervision and management of all CIS of Atlanta K-12 programs including program development and implementation, evaluation, and staff development.

REPORTS TO: Chief Strategy & Programs Officer

SPECIFIC DUTIES: Duties of the Director of Programs include, but are not limited to the following:
Program Excellence and Development for K-12:

• Liaison to Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton County Schools, DeKalb County Schools, Fulton County Schools, and expanded school districts to ensure effective implementation of programs as agreed upon in district agreements, annual school site plans and letters of agreement.
• Leads the overall development and management of the CIS program for positive student improvement and outcomes.
• Responsible for the effective implementation of CIS Atlanta program in each school according to CIS National Accreditation Standards and specific district or funder goals.
• Ensure all CIS National Business and Student Support Standards are met and prepares documentation for reaccreditation with the Director of Evaluation.
• Ensure CIS Atlanta Programs Team is trained and implements core competencies in the program model.
• Managing appropriate partnerships to ensure the effective implementation of the CIS Atlanta program through collective impact.
• Support Programs Team in the development of programs and activities to increase parent/caretaker involvement according to goals established by CIS Atlanta.

Program Expansion for College and Career Readiness:

• Create sustainable and scalable initiatives that incorporate into the CIS model and mission as guided by the strategic plan
• Ensure special initiatives are implemented into the CIS Model with fidelity
  • CIS National Initiatives
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives
• Build and foster relationships with partners organizations and colleges.
• Work closely with Development and Director of Business Development on planning new initiatives based on funders’ interests.
• Provide for initiative progress reports on at least a quarterly basis.
• Strategy and Impact:
• Support the building of a data-driven culture by monitoring program goals and goal progress in collaboration with the Director of Evaluation.
• Support the development and implementation of an annual evaluation plan for all K-12 programs
• Strategic Co-Team Lead for strategic plan goals and key performance indicators for program excellence, alumni, and expansion objectives.
• Preparing an annual work plan and budget for the CIS Atlanta program, including the establishment of measurable objectives that monitor progress in achieving those objectives.
• Ensure that all program reports are on time, accurate, and include all statistics and narrative information needed to guide internal monitoring of program quality and provide required external programs report data.
• Assist the Chief Strategy & Programs and the Director of Evaluation in preparation of reports to school systems and other major stakeholders as needed.

Team Leadership:

• Serve as a champion of organization initiatives and strategies.
• Serve as member of the Strategy and Programs Leadership Team and participate in department-wide problem solving and decision making.
• Provide direct supervision and support to Managers (Programs and Alumni), Program Admin Assistant, Program Consultants that result in their professional growth and supports growth of CIS Atlanta.
• Develop and oversee implementation of an annual staff development plan for all program staff, in coordination with other supervisors and based on evaluation results and feedback from staff.
• Ensure all staff are trained in core competencies and systems necessary for the fulfillment of their job responsibilities.
• Create and manage a high performing team while meeting or exceeding goals.
• Provide insight, vision and leadership that enable the department to lead and respond to opportunities.
• Promote an intense sense of teamwork by working together effectively, respectfully, and efficiently with colleagues.
• Model and inspire organizational culture and values.
• Unwavering commitment to the value of diversity and inclusiveness in a productive and dynamic work environment that strives for optimal organizational effectiveness

OTHER DUTIES:

• Attend Leadership Team meetings and take an active role in development of organizational strategies.
• Attend and represent CIS Atlanta at community meetings, collaborative groups, and events as required.
• Perform other duties as determined by the CIS Atlanta Chief Strategy & Programs Officer for the successful implementation of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters’ degree in social sciences, education, or a related field desired
• At least 7-10 years of experience in program management and supervision, preferably in the nonprofit field.
• Experience with Communities In Schools preferred but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with education, health, and human services in Atlanta.
• Able to work independently, meet deadlines, work under stress, be resourceful and function as an effective team member.
• Flexible and able to recommend programmatic changes in response to feedback from diverse constituents.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license, proof of vehicle liability insurance and able to pass a criminal background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Will require light lifting
• Must be willing to travel, as job requires

HOURS:
This is 12-month position. Working hours are generally 8:30 - 5:00 p.m., however it is expected that this person will have a flexible schedule and will work additional hours as needed to accommodate evening and weekend activities and reporting deadlines.