Program Manager III Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Program Manager III Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School 3300 West Campus Road, West Columbia, SC 29170 At Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School, we are a fellowship of explorers, united in our quest for what is noble, inviting our students to join us in pursuing the fulfillment of human potential- preparing our students to flourish and to become a good citizen.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Program Manager III (Agency Assistant Director) will act as a key support to the Agency Director, overseeing day-to-day operations of a department or project, managing staff, ensuring smooth execution of goals, and assisting with strategic planning, all while upholding compliance and reporting on performance metrics to achieve organizational objectives. Aligned with our mission and vision, Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School seeks individuals who possess strength of character, a love for learning, and a commitment to their professional and personal growth. We value humility, the pursuit of excellence, self-discipline, practical wisdom, and a strong aptitude for engaging with students. The ideal candidate should possess excellent leadership skills, a collaborative spirit, a robust work ethic, and an enthusiastic, positive attitude with all team members.

Minimum and Additional Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

: o Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major coursework in business or public administration or related field of study. Five or more years of experience in a business management or executive role. Effective interpersonal skills. Analytical skills to interpret data and make informed decisions. Detailed-oriented with strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong project-reporting skills, with focus on interdepartmental communications. Consulting experience, with a focus on operations management.

EXPERIENCE

: o Experience in organizing and directing multiple teams and departments. Experience in planning and leading strategic initiatives. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong leadership and supervisory skills with experience managing teams. Effective interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Versatile abilities and extreme dedication to efficient productivity. Master’s degree and a minimum of five executive level management experience, preferably in a structured academic-residential environment. Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to structured educational environments and residential facilities. Ability to successfully navigate funding sources for Agency fiscal and operational needs. Ability to sustain the culture, traditions, and reputation of the Agency Ability to model good citizenship, positive community involvement, and collaborative relationships. Ability to monitor and assess program performance to maximize efficiency, effectiveness, and return on investment.

Preferred Qualifications:

WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS

: o Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds. o Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting. o Have regular and punctual attendance. o Follow all policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities. o As an employee of Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with agency rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment. Intrigued? !

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall: o Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job. o Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time. o Speak and hear. o Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision. o Communicate effectively. o Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.

REPORTS TO

Agency Director

DAYS PER YEAR

260 SALARY

CLASSIFICATION

Program Manager III (Agency Assistant Director)

EMPLOYEE GROUP

Administrative

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

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FLSA STATUS

Exempt Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$92,000.00 – $112,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Management:

5 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

West Columbia, SC 29170 (Required)

Work Location:

In person