Program Manager

Career Opportunity: Program Manager Leadership Academies with EPIC Youth in Columbus OH

Are you a dynamic hands-on program leader who is passionate about youth development mentorship and creating meaningful learning experiences Are you energized by the opportunity to lead impactful programs coach and support staff and help young people build confidence character and leadership skills If you answer yes we want to speak with you!

The Program Manager Leadership Academies leads EPIC Youths community-based programs for middle and high school students ensuring high-quality leadership development mentorship and professional readiness experiences. This role oversees program delivery supports youth engagement and uses data and feedback to drive consistent outcomes across academy cohorts.

Pay range: $48k - $52k; depending on experience and knowledge.

Responsibilities of the position include:  

• Lead the planning delivery and refinement of Leadership Academy programming in alignment with EPIC Youth standards.
• Ensure leadership mentorship and skill-building are embedded in every session.
• Maintain high facilitation standards session structure and youth engagement.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure curriculum fidelity and effective delivery.
• Facilitate leadership development sessions and mentor youth through consistent relationship-based engagement.
• Model strong public speaking communication and leadership skills for both youth and staff.
• Support youth in goal setting self-awareness and leadership identity development.
• Address behavioral and social-emotional needs using PBIS-aligned and trauma-informed practices.
• Ensure all tools and resources are accessible and available for staff to implement programs.

Monitor attendance participation and leadership growth indicators.

• Ensure accurate data collection documentation and reporting.
• Use data and youth feedback to inform continuous program improvement.
• Build relationships with families to support youth accountability and engagement.
• Connect youth and families to relevant community resources as needed.
• Represent EPIC Youth professionally in community settings and events related to Leadership Academies.

Qualifications :

Requirements of this position include:

• Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent experience in youth development education social services mentoring or nonprofit programming.
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading youth leadership mentoring or enrichment programs; required.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating group programs and mentoring youth; required.
• Strong knowledge of positive youth development strategies and best practices for educating mentoring and supporting boys and adolescent males; required.
• Strong facilitation public speaking and communication skills; required.
• Ability to use data feedback and program outcomes to inform continuous improvement; required.
• Experience building relationships with families schools and community partners; required.

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time