Director of Programs

The Director of Programs is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for the client's K-8 and Teen Outreach programs, ensuring high-quality services and measurable outcomes for children, youth, and families experiencing homelessness. This role is accountable for achieving departmental goals, setting annual performance targets, and using program data to guide decision-making and program design. The Director of Programs develops annual work plans, aligns activities with organizational priorities, and ensures consistent, high-quality programming across the continuum of services.

This position supervises program managers, providing coaching, guidance, and performance management to ensure program quality and consistency. The Director of Programs holds managers accountable for outcomes and fosters coordination across programs to support smooth transitions for youth. Building and maintaining strategic partnerships with school districts, community organizations, and employer partners is a key responsibility, supporting both program quality and growth.

Additional duties include overseeing program budgets, monitoring spending, and supporting staff in financial management. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Programs contributes to organizational strategy, culture, and planning, and provides program data for board presentations and grant applications. Candidates for this role typically have a bachelor's degree in a related field, significant experience in program leadership within youth services or nonprofit settings, staff supervision, budget management, partnership development, and experience working with populations experiencing homelessness or housing instability.