Director of Programs
20 hours ago
West Palm Beach
Job DescriptionSalary: Director of Programs Path to College Palm Beach County, Florida Path to College is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven, and people-centered leader to serve as our next Director of Programs. This is a pivotal leadership role for a professional who brings determined optimism, strong command presence, and a can-do, team-first mindset - and who is deeply committed to cultivating excellence, belonging, and opportunity for students who have historically been overlooked. Our mission is to expand minds and ignite potential. Our vision is to create a world where genius, leadership, and excellence are cultivated in the most overlooked students. The Director of Programs leads the strategic planning, execution, and continuous improvement of Path to Colleges academic and enrichment programming while developing and empowering a high-performing team of program coordinators and staff. This position is ideal for a leader who knows how to be firm and clear while leading with compassion, who can balance accountability with encouragement, and who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving nonprofit environment. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position with both in-person and remote responsibilities. Flexible scheduling is required. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Salesforce CRM and classroom or youth program management experience are highly preferred. Position Overview The Director of Programs is responsible for leading all education and enrichment programs, supervising program staff, supporting strategic partnerships, and ensuring that Path to College delivers high-quality, student-centered, and outcomes-driven services. This role serves as a core leadership partner to the Executive Director and plays a critical role in shaping the culture, standards, and future growth of the organization. Key Leadership Expectations The successful candidate will: • Model determined optimism - approaching challenges with solutions, resilience, and forward momentum., • Demonstrate command presence - leading with confidence, clarity, and consistency., • Lead with firmness lined with compassion, especially when supporting students, families, and staff through complex and emotionally sensitive situations., • Be a visible, supportive, and engaged leader for a team of program coordinators and staff., • Actively cultivate a collaborative, respectful, and high-trust departmental culture., • Align daily operations with Path to Colleges long-term strategic vision and growth goals. 1. Administrative and Organizational Leadership • Manage and oversee the Salesforce CRM system to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant program data., • Lead grant-related program reporting, data collection, and foundation reporting in collaboration with development and executive leadership., • Work in close partnership with the Executive Director to guide strategic program planning, evaluation, and growth., • Serve in a temporary acting leadership capacity during the Executive Directors absence, as assigned., • Establish and maintain clear systems, workflows, and accountability structures for the programs team., • Use data and outcomes to inform continuous improvement and strategic decision-making. 2. Academic and Program Leadership • Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of all academic, mentoring, and enrichment programming., • Ensure compliance with program guidelines, curriculum standards, and organizational policies., • Guide the development and execution of academic and mentoring plans and student engagement activities., • Support the creation of rigorous learning experiences, internships, and career exposure opportunities through strategic partnerships., • Plan and oversee high-quality workshops, training, community programs, and student events., • Serve as a visible mentor and leader to students, volunteers, and staff., • Supervise SAT tutoring services and partnerships and monitor curriculum quality and student outcomes., • Maintain and advance best practices in youth development, college access, and program design., • Integrate trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and student-centered practices into all programming. 3. Team Leadership and Staff Development • Directly supervise, coach, develop, and evaluate program coordinators and program staff., • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, learning, and professional growth., • Provide consistent feedback, coaching, and support to build leadership capacity within the team., • Address performance concerns with clarity, fairness, and compassion., • Encourage innovation, problem-solving, and ownership among staff., • Build strong cross-departmental collaboration to support organizational goals. 4. Community Outreach and Partnership Development • Develop and sustain institutional, community, and corporate partnerships that support academic enrichment, mentoring, internships, and sponsorships., • Lead and manage the College Prep Outreach program and promotional efforts., • Engage and train teacher ambassadors and school partners in support of Path to Colleges mission. To be considered for this position, candidates must meet one of the following education and experience requirements: • Masters degree and at least two (2) years of paid experience working directly with adolescents; OR, • At least one (1) year of supervisory or management experience., • Demonstrated experience in college admissions, college access, or classroom-based education., • Strong technology and systems skills, including CRM and digital file management (design experience is a plus)., • The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment., • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed to support program operations., • A valid drivers license, a good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle., • Willingness to travel for training and meetings as requested by the Executive Director. Path to College is intentionally seeking a leader who: • Is a true team player who lifts others and builds trust., • Brings positive energy, solution-oriented thinking, and professional maturity., • Understands the responsibility and privilege of working with students and families navigating complex systems., • Is deeply aligned with our mission and long-term vision., • Is motivated to help build not just strong programs - but a strong, healthy, and sustainable organizational culture. Together, we can help ALL the BEST students get to ALL the BEST schools. Path to College is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting workforce diversity. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to: