Leadership and STAY FLY Program Manager

OverviewPosition Title: Leadership and STAY FLY Programs ManagerReports To: San Mateo County Associate DirectorCommunity: San Mateo CountyOffice Location: Redwood City, CA (up to 50% hybrid role of in-person and remote)Compensation: $84,026/year, generous benefits packageStatus: Full-time, exemptLeadership Program SummaryThe FLY Leadership Training Program is a ten-month program for youth who are interested and motivated to become changemakers in their communities. Youth are identified based on their needs for support particularly around education, legal advocacy, social support, and safety. Program components include the wilderness retreat, fun events and service learning, and leadership coaching. For more info, visit FLY ProgramThe STAY FLY Program builds agency, self-sufficiency, and self-advocacy in transitional-age youth while decreasing their likelihood of deeper justice system involvement. STAY FLY serves 50 youth in law-related education workshops and 15 youth in case management each year.Leadership And STAY FLY Programs Manager - Position SummaryThe Leadership and STAY FLY Programs Manager oversees and manages the Leadership Program and STAY FLY Program in San Mateo. This position focuses on executing programs and grant-mandated deliverables through the implementation of our Theory of Change. This position will manage and cultivate collaborative relationships with school, community, and system stakeholders and partners to achieve program goals and outcomes. This position directly supervises four full-time staff and oversees two programs containing a total of 5 staff.Position ResponsibilitiesResponsible for day-to-day managing of the Leadership Program and STAY FLY Program and meeting of all program and grant-mandated deliverables, quarterly reports, and outcomes, including managing new and existing program partnerships, and meeting program goalsSupport Leadership Program and STAY FLY Program growth, including developing and maintaining new referral pipelines and establishing new program sites/workshop locationsOversee planning and logistics for program events (e.g., retreats, prosocial events)Conduct regular site, event, and case management visits providing relevant feedback to staff and effectively connect with and engage youth in FLY’s programsManage comprehensive budgets for all program needs, ensuring compliance with government and foundation grants and contractsCollaborate with FLY’s County Leadership and Youth Voice Department to ensure youth receive effective leadership coaching and development, and directly facilitate leadership development activities as neededCollaborate with the SMC Law Program to recruit new cohorts of LTP youth and support coordination between the STAY Site Manager and Law Program Site Manager for volunteer recruitment and training purposesDevelop, revise, and document policies and procedures for program additions or modificationsProgram Staff Supervision and Performance ManagementHire, supervise, coach, and evaluate a team of 4 direct reports and 1 indirect reportLead weekly team meetings and 1:1 meetings with direct reports to ensure cohesion among team members and provide guidance, oversight, and feedbackDevelop training plans and trainings for staff in collaboration with the San Mateo County Associate Director and Talent teamConduct annual and 90-day performance reviews and professional development plans in collaboration with direct reports and regularly review work-product to provide staff with appropriate feedbackActively participate and, in some cases, lead efforts for general staff development and training, as neededProvide support and effective crisis management for staff, and youth before, during, and after program time, including helping volunteers support program youth through difficult issues such as teen pregnancy, substance use, re-incarceration, abuse, traumaCommunity Engagement and Stakeholder ManagementAttend and actively participate in school, systems, and community events, meetings, and committees to understand the needs of the community in which the youth live and to participate in opportunities to engage youth in advocacy work that aligns with the county and program’s systems change focusLead the programs in identifying and partnering with community based organizations or companies for the purpose of resource distribution, community building, and youth-led advocacy workDevelop and maintain relationships with schools, community based organizations, and system partners to recruit youth and to ensure access to resources and opportunities for youth to elevate their voice in the communityGrant Reporting and Program AuditsCompile relevant data and complete monthly, quarterly, and year-end grant reports for program funding sourcesMaintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date records of all program and grant componentsTrain and support program staff in their roles and responsibilities for auditsCompensation & BenefitsThis position is a full-time exempt role at a rate of $84,026 annually. Our Total Rewards Package also includes the following:Full medical dental, vision, and chiropractic healthcare and retirement contribution match10+ PTO Days12 Holiday DaysFLY provides 3-4 additional "rejuvenation days off" twice per year in July and DecemberAnnual Wellness FundsAnnual Professional Development FundsEmployee Assistance Program (paid for by FLY)Annual Staff Retreat, Holiday Party, End of Year Celebration, Team Off Sites, and other FLY EventsCustomize your Work Schedule (dependent on supervisor approval based on positional and departmental needs)Hybrid of In-Office and Remote Work (frequency of required in-person work is dependent upon the role)8 Hours of Civic EngagementMileage ReimbursementNote: We have adopted a no-negotiation policy. This policy reflects our commitment to equity and ensuring that the offers we make to our candidates reflect competitive and appropriate compensation given the market and the role.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, And InclusionWe embrace a diversity of identities, beliefs, thoughts, and experiences. We are committed to creating an organizational culture of equity and inclusion to better serve our youth and communities. FLY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive for an inclusive culture and a staff team that reflects diversity. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage women; people of color, people who identify as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities; people with experience in the juvenile justice or criminal justice systems; and people with disabilities to apply. Fresh Lifelines for Youth is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 263-2630 or -19 VaccinationAt FLY, we are committed to the safety of our employees, clients, and all others who enter our workplace. The COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment. Exemptions for medical history or sincerely held religious beliefs or practices may be approved through FLY’s compliance department. For questions, please contact us at (408) 263-2630 or email To ExpectApplication with 8-10 questions and an applicant screening question.No Cover Letter Required2-3 Interviews (for many roles, at least 1 would be in person)Meet with FLY youthWork Product (done in advance of the Final Round Interview)Position RequirementsThe ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to equity, social, racial, and economic justice. They will be proficient in performance and project management to deliver effective program implementation and high quality services for youth. They will have a proven ability to engage, motivate, and inspire others to action. The candidate will believe in FLY’s vision and mission and will resonate with FLY’s values: accountable, dedicated, respectful, equitable and just, loving, innovative, hopeful, and youth-centered.Core CompetenciesSkills and behaviors that FLY expects and develops all staff to exhibit across all positions at various levels of proficiency (early stage, intermediate and advanced)Cultural Responsivity: Demonstrates an openness and commitment to equity, justice, and belonging. This includes awareness of bias and privilege, understanding systems of oppression, and valuing diverse perspectives; you take actions to learn and contribute to an environment that creates power-sharing, access, and opportunity within our community.High Quality: Ability to own your work, be accountable, and take initiative to produce high-quality results. Includes setting and achieving standards that demonstrate a high level of care and commitment to our mission, population, colleagues and partners.Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team and across teams to contribute to FLY’s mission and agency goals. Build on strengths of munication: Ability to convey information effectively with consideration of the situation and audience. Communicate clearly with people of different backgrounds and cultures with self-awareness, empathy, and active listening.Problem Solving: Applies critical thinking to problem solving that considers multiple perspectives and identifies creative solutions to address challenges.Adaptability: Ability to adapt and respond to change effectively, with continuous learning and a solutions orientation.FLY’s Leadership CompetenciesSkills and behaviors that FLY expects and develops all staff in Leadership positions to exhibit across various levels of proficiencyEmotional Intelligence: Self-awareness and the ability to process one’s own emotions and their impact on others, with empathy.Change Management: Ability to recognize need for change and build commitment toward change within the team.Strategic Decision-making: Facilitate inclusive decision-making and improve organizational impact.Develops & Motivates Others: Coach, mentor, and develop teams with regular feedback and clear roles.External Relationship Builder: Build trusted external partnerships to advance the mission.Project Management: Create and execute project plans with effective delegation and adaptability.Note on Qualifications: In FLY’s quest for an equitable hiring process, candidates are encouraged to apply even if they feel they only meet 75% of the position requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08