Program Manager Quincy IL area

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<div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div>
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<li>Flexible schedule</li>
<li>Opportunity for advancement</li>
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<em>If you love people, purpose, and spreadsheets… this might be your dream job.<br></em><br>
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<strong>About the Role<br></strong><br>
</div><div>As our Program Manager, you’ll be the friendly force that keeps our programs running smoothly and our volunteers, educators, and partners feeling supported. Think of yourself as the ultimate connector: part relationship‑builder, part logistics wizard, part cheerleader for our mission. Every day looks a little different — and that’s exactly what makes it fun.<br><br>
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<strong>What You’ll Do <br></strong><br>
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<li>Keep program quality high by communicating clearly, visiting classrooms, sharing updates, and using evaluation tools </li>
<li>Grow and strengthen our volunteer and partner community </li>
<li>Lead creative recruitment and retention strategies that bring in great volunteers and keep them coming back</li>
<li>Manage the behind‑the‑scenes magic that makes our programs run (scheduling, logistics, delivery models, you name it)</li>
<li>Host in‑person or virtual trainings that leave volunteers feeling confident and excited</li>
<li>Keep our database organized and up‑to‑date </li>
<li>Gather stories, data, and insights to help in meetings, grants, and reports</li>
<li>Deliver top‑tier customer service to everyone who interacts with our programs<br><br>
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<strong>What You Bring<br></strong><br>
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<strong>Accountability<br></strong><br>
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<li>You own your goals and deliver on them<br><br>
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<li>You stay calm under pressure and shift into problem‑solving mode when things get tricky<br><br>
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<li>You work well solo and with a team<br><br>
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<strong>Active Engagement<br></strong><br>
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<li>You show up with energy, enthusiasm, and a “let’s make this great” attitude<br><br>
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<li>You’re the kind of teammate people enjoy collaborating with<br><br>
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<strong>Growth & Improvement<br></strong><br>
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<li>You’re curious, eager to learn, and always looking to level up<br><br>
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<li>You welcome stretch projects because they help you grow<br><br>
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<strong>Teamwork (The JA Way)<br></strong><br>
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<li>You pitch in to help the team meet deadlines<br><br>
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<li>You communicate openly and stay approachable<br><br>
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<li>You’re flexible, supportive, and able to navigate different personalities with ease<br><br>
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<strong>Qualifications<br></strong><br>
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<strong>Required<br></strong><br>
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<li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education, project management, volunteer coordination, sales, or development<br><br>
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<li>Strong Microsoft Office skills<br><br>
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<li>Ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment<br><br>
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<li>Organized, detail‑oriented, and motivated<br><br>
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<li>Comfortable working with diverse groups<br><br>
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<li>Excellent communication skills<br><br>
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<li>Strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving abilities<br><br>
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<strong>Preferred<br></strong><br>
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<li>Experience in nonprofit program management<br><br>
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<li>Familiarity with the K–12 education world<br><br>
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<strong>Why You’ll Love This Role<br></strong><br>
</div><div>You’ll get to build relationships, support volunteers, empower educators, and help create meaningful learning experiences for students. If you enjoy variety, collaboration, and making a real impact, you’ll feel right at home here.<br><br>Send resumes to Annette at [email protected]</div>
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<p>Flexible work from home options available.</p>