Regional Director of Programs

Regional Director of Programs

 

Are you passionate about working for an organization that serves to empower and uplift students through the education system by removing barriers and helping students realize their fullest potential? Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. We achieve our mission by hiring bright, creative, and innovative team members who demonstrate a passion for what they do.

 If this is you, are you All In For Kids?

Who we want:

Communities In Schools is hiring a Regional Director of Programs in Austin, TX.

The Regional Director is primarily responsible for the development and implementation of agency programs and service delivery, as well as the leadership of the campus-based program and target program staff. The Regional Director provides the necessary level of contract management, administrative oversight, training, and supervision to ensure that the expectations of funders, partners, constituents, clients, and community stakeholders are met.

Who we are:

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with over 35 years in Austin, Texas. We are in strong financial health with six months of reserves and a long history of clean audits.

This is an exciting time to join Communities In Schools. In Fall 2024, we will move into our new 30,000 sq ft headquarters, funded through contributions and New Market Tax Credits.

Who you are:

First and foremost, we are looking for amazing people who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission, and are highly motivated to change children's lives through education.  We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You will be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, and the people around you to the next level.

What we offer:

CIS offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The starting salary range for this position is $7,500/mo.  Salaries are determined by qualifications and relevant experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and midpoint depending on experience and in alignment with internal equity.

Some of our benefits:

• Generous time off includes 4+ weeks of holiday and 2 weeks of vacation time
• CIS pays for 100% of the employee premium for the base medical insurance plan and we provide subsidy to support coverage for spouse/domestic partner and children
• Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options
• Professional development
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• We offer an inclusive environment where staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day 

What you’ll bring:

• Master’s degree in social work or comparable degree
• A minimum of five years of experience managing a social services non-profit organization with an emphasis on children, youth and fami­lies is required. Clinical background/training is desirable.
• Significant program development experience
• Demonstrated leadership ability and team management including a strong background in staff supervision and team building
• Familiarity with program evaluation
• A record of achievement as an innovator
• Hands-on program experience, ideally in social services or education

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Healthy ability to thrive in ambiguity
• Proven grit and the ability to own and let go of power, leveraging passion and owning perseverance