Category: Management Level

Position Overview

The After School Manager will work with the Impact Department to implement and maintain high quality after school programming in City Year partner schools in Philadelphia and Norristown. On a daily basis, the After School Manager will serve as the primary organizational lead for after school programming, providing strategic oversight, implementation support, and continuous quality improvement across all partner sites. The Manager is responsible for ensuring high-quality program delivery, strengthening school partnerships, coaching and developing staff, maintaining compliance with grant and organizational requirements, and using data to drive decision-making and student outcomes. They will manage a team of two grant-funded, part-time, hourly direct reports.

This is a year-round, part-time, hourly position at 25 hours/week, $25/hour, and grant-funded through April 2029. This position is not benefits eligible.

The role requires a 5 days in-person at Philadelphia and Norristown area schools with the ability to work occasional evening hours.

The anticipated start date for the position is September/October 2026.

Job Description

Who We Are:

Heights Philadelphia (“Heights”) is an economic mobility catalyst committed to breaking the cycle of generational poverty in Philadelphia by creating pathways to educational and workforce success for all young people, especially Black, Latino, and first-generation-to-college students from low-income communities. These pathways are the foundation of a more equitable and prosperous future for the city.

Heights serves more than 3,500 students from middle school to career with staff embedded in 25 schools across the School District of Philadelphia and partnerships with 13 colleges and universities. 

The Opportunity:

The Manager, Career Pathways is responsible for coordinating and managing career pathway programming that supports high school and college students in developing the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed for postsecondary success, workforce readiness, and long-term economic mobility. This role manages the day-to-day operations of assigned career pathway programs and works closely with the Career Team, students, school-based staff, employers, and internal colleagues to ensure high-quality program delivery and a positive student experience. The role is responsible for student enrollment and orientation, participation tracking, program logistics, workshop design and facilitation, and ongoing student support.

You Will Help Us Achieve:

The design, implementation, and continuous improvement of high-quality career pathway programs that prepare students for postsecondary success, workforce readiness, quality employment, and long-term economic mobility;

Increased student participation in career-connected learning experiences, including career exploration, workforce readiness training, internships, experiential learning, postsecondary opportunities, and employment pathways;

Strong partnerships with schools, employers, industry leaders, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations that expand student access to career development opportunities, professional networks, and workforce experiences;

A student-centered, outcomes-driven approach that strengthens career readiness, technical and durable skills, professional competencies, and equitable access to opportunity for all students.

What You’ll Do:

Deliver group and individualized coaching, advising, and support to help students navigate career exploration, postsecondary planning, internships, and workforce opportunities.

Coordinate program logistics, including scheduling, participant communication, attendance tracking, transportation arrangements, meal and snack provision, and event preparation.

Support the coordination of internships, job shadowing experiences, employer visits, guest speakers, and other experiential learning opportunities.

Maintain regular communication with participating students and school-based staff regarding program expectations, schedules, goals and activities, and progress.

Monitor student participation and maintain accurate program records, case notes, and data entry within organizational systems.

Collect student surveys, review and store assessments, attendance information, and other program data to support reporting and outcome tracking.

Assist with the preparation of program reports, student success stories, presentations, and other materials as requested.

Participate in team meetings, professional development activities, and organizational events.

Managing year-round and summer programming. This includes hiring and supervising part time staff, coordinating and creating schedules for staff and students, ordering supplies, communicating with families and staff, and managing toward identified outcomes.

What You’ll Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree required

Minimum of 5 years professional experience with a preference for this experience in the field of youth development, workforce development or a related field 

Experience working with middle school students, high school students, college students, young adults, or career seekers preferred.

Experience facilitating workshops, group activities, or student programming preferred.

Strong organizational, communication, student engagement and digital skills required.

Ability to manage multiple projects, activities, and deadlines simultaneously.

Experience with data entry, student tracking systems, and program administration preferred.

Who You Are:

Passionate about helping young people discover their strengths, prepare for college and careers, and achieve long-term economic mobility.

Thrives in a fast-paced, student-centered environment and enjoys balancing direct student engagement with program coordination and operational responsibilities.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple programs, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining a high standard of quality.

Builds positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, schools, employers, and community partners and communicates with professionalism and empathy.

An engaging facilitator and coach who enjoys leading workshops, mentoring students, and creating meaningful learning experiences that build confidence and career readiness.

In addition to your experience, expertise and strengths, you must meet PA State background check requirements [PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprint Check] at hire and every five years thereafter. You’ll also need to adhere to COVID safety guidelines as required by the Department of Human Services and/or the School District of Philadelphia.

Compensation & Benefits:

The salary for this position, which depends on prior work experience and our assessment of your demonstrated fit for the role, will likely be between $59,000-65,000. Heights offers competitive base salaries based on the Philadelphia market among not-for-profit organizations of similar size, with opportunities for salary growth over time. We believe in compensating staff members fairly in relation to each other, their qualifications, and their impact on behalf of the organization, and take internal and external equity seriously. You will have an opportunity to discuss salary in more detail after you begin the application process.

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THE POSITION:

Step into a meaningful role as an Administrative Officer 2 with PennSERVE in the Department of Labor & Industry. This position helps strengthen AmeriCorps programs that create positive change in communities across the Commonwealth. You will support essential efforts that improve public service, expand opportunities, and advance statewide impact. Join a team that works every day to build stronger connections and stronger communities.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

This position provides oversight, guidance, and support to AmeriCorps programs and other national service grants to ensure strong performance and compliance. It plays a central role in strengthening program quality, community impact, and responsible use of public resources. As an Administrative Officer 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Oversight: Monitor assigned AmeriCorps programs to ensure compliance and strengthen program effectiveness
• Regulation Guidance: Explain federal, state, and PennSERVE requirements and recommend adjustments to improve alignment
• Risk Assessment: Collaborate with staff to evaluate risk levels and support the development of monitoring plans
• Performance Review: Track progress toward objectives, provide feedback, and help develop corrective action plans
• Monitoring Visits: Conduct desk reviews and on-site visits to evaluate compliance and document findings and required actions
• Report Evaluation: Review performance reports for accuracy, request clarifications, and prepare summaries for leadership

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY:

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor’s degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must demonstrate the ability to adhere to the values and ethics of the Department of Labor and Industry.
• You must demonstrate the ability to work with professionalism, discretion, and good work ethic.
• You must have solid written and verbal communication skills.
• You must show initiative and problem-solving skills.
• You must have one or more years of experience working with or serving a state service commission, AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, Peace Corps, or the Corporation for National and Community Service dba the AmeriCorps agency.
• You must have three or more years of experience in direct service and/or program management.
• You must have three or more years of working with Microsoft Office products.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education)
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.  
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Overview of Position:

Reports to: Senior Youth Programs Manager
Salary: $58,000/year. This is a nonnegotiable salary based on a competitive scan of the nonprofit landscape for comparable positions.
FLSA Status: Exempt, no overtime eligibility
Position type: Fulltime, permanent, in-person, (40 hours per week)

***Schedule*** From September through June, the schedule will be Tuesday through Saturday from 10:30am to 6:30pm. From mid-June through August the schedule will be Monday through Friday from 9:30am to 4:30pm. Some evening and early morning hours will be required on occasion.

About FaB Youth Philly:

Fab Youth Philly (FYP) Fab Youth Philly (FYP) is an award-winning youth

development nonprofit whose mission is to build bridges to adulthood through meaningful employment, strong community connections and opportunities for teens to explore their passions. We create paid year-round workforce development opportunities for teens ages 14-19 through summer and after-school jobs.

FYP’s programs are intentionally designed to support teenagers’ developmental needs by helping them:

• Gain financial independence
• Explore their interests and passions
• Build meaningful relationships with both peers and adults

Position Summary:   

Fab Youth Philly is seeking to hire up to two full-time, exceptional Youth Development Professionals who will support, oversee, and grow our youth programming. You will be responsible for the supervision and support of small groups of teens, and program implementation in our various Out-of-School Time (OST) programs including programing such as Play Captains, Lifeguard Certification, Skills for a Fab Life, Youth Advisory Board and more.    

The core responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: relationship building & leadership development among and with small groups of teens; curriculum development and facilitation of workshops and training on a range of topics for young people ages 15-19, program implementation, including on some occasions new programming/initiatives, youth recruitment and engagement; partnership development; and contributions to reports and data collection.  This can be a physically demanding job, especially during the summer months, and in our Thrift Store. 

Fab Youth Philly seeks candidates who value and demonstrate the following competencies:

• Takes pride in their work
• Commitment to positive youth development principles
• Commitment to problem solving
• Effective communication
• Professional accountability
• Can work effectively on a team and independently

Applicants who will excel at Fab Youth Philly will be those who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, are comfortable with progress over perfection, find excitement in trying new things and making improvements in real time, testing new ideas, implementing new programming as it’s being developed and who view wearing many hats as an opportunity to learn and contribute to their own, as well as the organization’s, growth.

Essential Duties include but are not limited to:

Youth outreach, relationship building & supervision (45%)

• Recruit youth participants for OST & summer programming and assist with tracking recruitment and onboarding process
• Correspond with teens and caregivers to assist with various application and onboarding processes
• Create emotionally and physically safe environments that foster curiosity, reasonable risk taking and learning opportunities for young people ages 15-19
• Be trained in and provide real-time coaching to/for teens
• Conduct performance appraisals for teen staff
• Observe and coach teens onsite in various locations
• Serve as a role model
• Uphold Fab Youth Philly values and policies on field trips, with guest speakers, etc.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Youth & Family Services Manager is responsible for the administrative oversight of youth enrollment, attendance, and related data entry for NSNP’s Out of School Time/ After School & Summer Programs, as well as youth, parent, and family relations. Responsibilities include providing social-emotional support to NSNP youth, engaging families in NSNP related activities, and ensuring the proper flow of information to parents of those youth enrolled in NSNP  programs.  The Youth & Family Services Manager works closely with the Youth Program Director to support school-year after school and summer programming, and build ongoing relationships with parents and families.

This position is funded by the Office of Children & Families (OCF) and Public Health Management Corp (PHMC) Out-of-School Time (OST) contract. As such, this position must be on-site during program operation and 100% of their time is devoted to OST-funded services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

OST/After School & Summer Programs (30%)

• Serve as Site Director for the Office of Children & Families OST (Out-of-School Time) contract. Attend mandatory OST Site Director and other training sessions for CitySpan, OST/OCF and act as liaison between OCF/PHMC and NSNP.
• Promote and provide information on youth programs to interested youth and parents.
• Conduct outreach through tabling events and school visits, in collaboration with program staff and community partners.
• Observe youth groups in order to monitor group dynamics, behavioral issues, classroom management, and physical space.
• Support in-house restorative practices, youth disciplinary issues, and proceedings.
• Identify common issues and determine if group training or discussion may be helpful.
• Plan and facilitate  parent orientation: 1) via phone and emails for OST/OCF youth and 2) via in-person meeting for summer program .
• Plan and manage logistics of field trip preparations (e.g., reservations, transportation, food, etc.)
• Create and oversee youth recruitment and engagement plans.
• Build and maintain communication with internal and external partners.

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Reports to:	Chief Philanthropy Officer
Location:	In-person, Philadelphia (with some remote flexibility)
Travel:	Minimal, approximately 5-10%
FSLA Status:	Regular, Full-Time, Exempt
Salary:	$180,000-$200,000

The William Penn Foundation, founded by Otto and Phoebe Haas in 1945, is  a leading American philanthropy located in Philadelphia with over $3.7 billion in assets and a $155 million annual grant budget. Our approach to grantmaking is focused on one central idea: let’s help make more lives better by connecting more people to more opportunities and more resources. We aim to do this work in the Philadelphia region particularly for groups of people who have often been shut out of opportunity in the past because of disinvestment, discrimination, or systemic inequities.

The Foundation makes grants in five programs, primarily focused in Philadelphia and its surrounding counties:

• Arts and Culture – Increase access to diverse, inclusive arts and culture experiences.
• Children and Families – Expand access to programs and resources that support the healthy development and academic success of young children, ages 0-8.
• Environment and Public Space – Increase access to the benefits of natural areas, public spaces, and community assets while decreasing harmful impacts on the environment.
• Democracy and Civic Initiatives – Expand engagement in democratic processes and collaborative efforts that make the city and region responsive to the needs of residents.
• Workforce Training and Services – Support Philadelphia residents to successfully prepare for, secure, and retain family sustaining employment.

In pursuing our program goals and objectives, we will be guided by the following values:

• Prioritize opportunities for communities that have been most affected by economic inequity, discrimination based on race, gender, or sexual orientation, and other forms of injustice.
• Elevate community voice.
• Value partnership, collaboration, and transparency.
• Minimize and respond to the impacts of climate change.
• Leverage our leadership to advance important citywide and regional initiatives and to respond to changing needs of the city and region.
• Share our learning locally and nationally.

Further information on the principles that define these values is available on the Foundation’s website: https://williampennfoundation.org/funding/understand-our-grantmaking

Position Summary

The Program Director, Workforce Training and Services will be responsible for oversight of the Foundation’s newest grantmaking program, focused on reducing barriers to accessing and completing workforce training and employment retention. The program is focused on program and policy change that can help more people to engage with high quality training programs, complete those programs, and secure meaningful long-term employment in the fields for which they have been prepared.

Reporting to the Chief Philanthropy Officer, the Program Director serves as the intellectual and operational leader of the Workforce program. The Program Director will develop and execute a coherent grantmaking strategy, build and sustain a portfolio of high-impact grants, and represent the program to the Foundation’s Board of Trustees, grantees, peer funders, professional associations, and the broader community.

The Program Director is expected to manage work successfully in the domains described below, while ensuring connections to the Foundation’s overall mission working in collaborative fashion with fellow Program Directors, Program Officers, other members of the management team, and staff throughout the organization.

This staff member is joining the team at an exciting time for the Foundation, when economic mobility in the Philadelphia region has garnered increasing attention from multiple stakeholders across government, nonprofits, and philanthropy. The Program Director, the first for our Workforce program, will have the opportunity to advance this critical work as the Foundation concludes the second year of our 10-year grantmaking strategy.

At this time, the Workforce program currently has an annual grantmaking budget of $5 million per year and 33 active grantee organizations. In addition, the two most recent Requests for Proposals (RFPs) the Foundation released in this program area have been supported in collaboration with peer funders. The Program Director will, through a combination of developing and managing RFPs, strategic individual grantmaking, and close collaboration with peer funders and the grantee community, manage grantmaking and related activities to achieve the following objective: By 2035, 10,000 individuals with high barriers to employment will complete workforce training and 85% will still be employed 12 months post-training.

In addition, the Program Director will develop deep knowledge of the organizations and communities they serve and support; manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders; and serve as an internal and external subject matter expert on issues related workforce training in the Philadelphia region.
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Job Description

• Position: Communications Manager
• Department: Communications
• Supervisor: Vice President of Communications
• Location: Media, PA
• Salary: $60,000

Summary and Background
The Foundation for Delaware County is seeking a Communications Manager to support and execute communications, marketing, and storytelling efforts across the organization. This role plays a key part in strengthening the Foundation’s visibility and brand through content creation, design, and digital engagement.

Working closely with the Vice President of Communications, this position will help design marketing materials, manage digital and social media content, assist with email campaigns, and help make website updates. The role also plays a key part in promoting Delco Gives and the Foundation’s Family Village programs.

This is an ideal position for an early-career communications professional who is excited to learn, take initiative, and grow as a communications professional. The position is designed for a doer—someone who enjoys creating, executing, and building their skills.

Benefits
The Foundation offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees, including:

• Health Insurance: Choice of two Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice PPO plans paired with a Medical Expense Reimbursement Program (MERP) through Nonstop Health.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine cleanings, exams, major dental work, and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Maternity and Parental Leave: Paid leave for birth and non-birth parents.
• Retirement Plan: 403(b) plan with employer matching up to 4%, with immediate vesting.
• Income Protection: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and employer-paid life insurance equal to one year’s salary.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO with rollover options, 10 paid holidays (including Juneteenth and Election Day), and 2 floating holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential counseling and support services.
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and certification support based on budget availability.
• Voluntary Benefits: Optional accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and whole life insurance coverage.

Key Responsibilities

Content & Digital Communications

• Create and schedule social media content; monitor performance and analytics
• Implement paid social media campaigns
• Manage e-newsletters, including content coordination, photo selections, and layout (Mailchimp)
• Assist with website updates
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Job Summary

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Salary: $55,000

Benefits Eligible: Yes. Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, PTO and paid Holidays

Brilliant Philadelphia is seeking a Community Engagement Manager. The Community Engagement Manager ensures successful implementation and monitoring of Brilliant Philadelphia at a neighborhood hub. This position will oversee daily functions of people and activities in assigned neighborhoods.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee daily operations, including—but not limited to— neighborhood upkeep, staff scheduling, and participant needs
• Ensure ongoing local program excellence; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve strategic goals
• Actively engage with Brilliant Philadelphia volunteers, community members, committees, partnering organizations, and funders
• Design and assist with outreach efforts in neighborhood, ensuring successful implementation
• Serve as the Economic Mobility Coach for the Why We Lift partnership
• Complete onboarding and economic mobility coach training program
• Guide community members through goal setting, action planning, and progress monitoring

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Organization Description

The Philadelphia Ship Preservation Guild (PSPG) provides educational and community-building programs that connect communities with maritime heritage through the stewardship of historic ships. This includes the barkentine Gazela Primeiro, the tugboat Jupiter, and the barge Poplar, which serve as living, interactive museums and classrooms along the Delaware River waterfront, offering immersive learning experiences that inspire interest in maritime trades and the STEM fields. For over fifty years PSPG has provided hands-on skills training for volunteers to lead ongoing ship maintenance and restoration projects. Building on this tradition, the Guild facilitates a portfolio of education and training programs designed to provide hands-on learning, create on-ramps to meaningful careers, and inspire the next generation of maritime enthusiasts. Primary activities include high school internships, pre-apprenticeship trades training, youth field trips and drop-in programming, workshops and classes, and community engagement events.

Position Overview

The Program and Education Manager plays a central role in bringing the Guild’s mission to life through hands-on programming aboard our historic vessels. Working alongside the Vessel Manager, crew volunteers, and staff, this position plans and delivers a wide range of educational and community-focused programs. This role serves as both educator and community liaison, building meaningful partnerships with schools, youth organizations, and community groups to expand access to our historic vessels and enriching programs. This position requires equal comfort on the dock, on deck, and in the community, connecting people of all backgrounds to maritime spaces through engaging, inclusive programming. PSPG encourages candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and skill levels to apply – experience on the water is a plus but not required. We value unique perspectives and are dedicated to supporting our staff’s professional development and individual career journeys. We look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team. This position begins as part-time and is expected to grow into a full-time role within a few months as programming ramps up.

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