Organization Summary
The LA Conservation Corps (“the Corps”) is a private, non-profit organization that has helped at-risk young adults develop themselves since 1986. To date, more than 20,000 young people have participated in the Corps classes and service projects, learning new skills while contributing to the quality of life for residents of the greater Los Angeles area.
Mission
We create equitable opportunities for young people to build resilience in themselves, their communities and the environment through a program of work, education and support.
Position Summary
Reporting to the SLA Program Director, the Program Manager is a key contributor to the organization’s success and sustainability by contributing to the accomplishment of the organization’s mission, business goals and vision by establishing new and maintaining current development resources that will identify and cultivate funding to grow and sustain the organization. This position provides primary management for the organization’s Restoration Projects assigned to the South LA Site. Current list of active projects includes the following projects: BHSO Restoration Project, MWD Annual Vegetation Management Project, USFS IRA Wildfire/Restoration Project, and the Cheeseboro Fire Fuel Management Project. The primary responsibility of the Program Manager is to ensure the delivery of program and services for the purpose of enhancing the development of youth and communities served by the Corps. Responsibilities include the development, coordination and implementation of programs and projects as they are developed as well. Other duties may be assigned, as required.
Essential Responsibilities
Compliance
- Oversees the development of the Beatification and Restoration Projects assigned to the South LA Site
- Maintains necessary files and documentation for contractual requirements.
- Oversees contract compliance and program outcomes.
- Provides detail-oriented project management.
Facilitation and Partnerships
- Co-designs, oversees, and implements day-to-day project activities.
- Assists Site Director with overseeing budgets and provide necessary information for invoicing and reporting.
- Plans and attends regular program meetings with project sponsors and other subcontractors to ensure that operations and program goals are being met.
- Supervises, coaches, and mentors all program staff under his/her responsibility.
- Manages various projects and other duties assigned.
- Prepares reports, budgets, correspondence, proposals, and other documents.
- Keeps abreast of current trends and issues in Los Angeles nonprofit sectors.
- Participates in monthly Senior Management Team meetings, Safety Meetings, and Financial Meetings.
- Works and communicates with program sponsors, local community organizations and other public and private agencies to guarantee that scheduled goals are met.
Fiscal Management
- Reviews program spending and budgeting.
- Assists with the development of annual budgets for the site.
- Ensures staff activities and program spending meet departmental and program goals.
- Manages approximately $2 to 4 million in program funding annually and over 40-50 participants.
Program Management
- Submits Sponsor Agreements and Independent Contract Agreements on an annual basis and as needed for projects.
- Responsible for program deliverables, goals, and outcomes for all managed projects.
- Responsible for overseeing staff and participant payroll.
Reporting
- Prepares monthly, quarterly and final reports for projects/programs being managed.
- Creates and maintains accurate program budgets in Sage and/or other financial platforms.
- Submits weekly reports on all active projects.
- Supports data entry into Paycom payroll system for Corpsmembers and Supervisors.
- Updates Corpsmember records in Salesforce software application as needed.
- Prepares Project Information Sheets for supervisors as needed for projects.
Site Management and Operations
- Provides support and assistance to The Director of Conservation Programs South LA.
- Conducts regular site visits on active projects.
- Participates in the development of the South LA site’s weekly roster.
- Performs quality assurance and quality control to ensure successful deliverables.
- Maintains relationships with elected city officials, Councilmember staff, partner organizations, and constituents.
- Tracks deliverables, outcomes, and generates reports for city and state contracts, and other funders.
- Ensures successful execution of programs and projects annually, including, outreach and education projects, community beautification initiatives and program, recreational projects, and environmental projects.
Staff Management and Professional Development
- Oversees and manage program staff that support the above mentioned projects.
- Conducts quarterly and annual reviews for directly supervised employees.
- Reviews quarterly Corpsmember evaluations.
- Attends professional development opportunities as funding allows.
- Other duties may be assigned as needed.
The Corps’ provides a great work environment that includes great work-life balance, top-tier benefits, and an excellent vacation package.
Please note that this job announcement is not designed to cover or contact a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and/or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time and without notice.
Due to the organization’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, your essential functions and responsibilities may change to accommodate the needs of the program and to stay in compliance with CDC and County of LA Public Health Department requirements.