Ken Garff For Good Program Manager Tech

Ken Garff•Salt Lake, UT

16h•$52,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

KEN GARFF FOR GOOD – We change the world, one student at a time. Title: Program Manager – Tech/esports emphasis Location: Ken Garff Corporate Office (111 E Broadway, Suite 900, Salt Lake City, UT 84111) Reports to: Director Salary Range: $52,000-55,000 Required Travel: Frequent, Local We are a statewide nonprofit foundation based in downtown Salt Lake City that offers its employees creativity, autonomy, and the opportunity to change lives. Mission The mission of Ken Garff for Good is to provide a pathway for student success. We do this through literacy, technology, and mentoring programs, and exposure to scholarships, internships, and college opportunities including trade schools, technical colleges, community colleges and four-year degrees. Purpose Ken Garff for Good delivers student-centered programs designed to create pathways to post-secondary education and meaningful careers. Our work begins with the Elementary Literacy initiative, which improves literacy skills for elementary-age students through incentivized daily reading, building a strong academic foundation early in life. Ken Garff for Good provides high school students opportunities and access to scholarships, internships, leadership experiences, and volunteer engagement – particularly through our high school Ambassador program. In addition, middle and high school students may engage in our Gaming and Technology initiative which enhances scholastic engagement by leveraging technology and gaming to develop teamwork, problem-solving, and career-ready skills. Lastly, our Women Who Succeed initiative provides middle and high school young women with opportunities to build confidence, leadership skills, and a strong sense of possibility as they pursue their educational and professional goals. Position Summary Each Program Manager is assigned a geographic region of responsibility regarding school districts promoting our educational initiatives. The Program Manager ensures an emphasis on creating opportunity for rural, including low-income, minority, and female students. This role is responsible for implementing strategies that support student success and high program completion rates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Valid driver’s license
Proficient in English
Confident presenting to large groups and engaging one-on-one
Ability to collect, process, and present measurable results
Ability to plan for and take responsibility for goals and outcomes
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Organized, self-starter, and team-oriented
Demonstrates integrity and values transparency
Communicates with enthusiasm and clarity; approaches work with thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Graphic design, website, and social media experience a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee schools across the state that implement the Elementary Literacy Program
Coordinate closely with school principals, teachers and other staff to support enthusiasm for our initiatives.
Visit schools on a semi-regular basis to: Deliver reading prizes, supplies, or promotional materials such as banners, posters, and incentives. Train Key Contacts or faculty on how to implement the program and utilize the platform. Attend tabling events or host assemblies.
Track Key Performance Indicators for the program across the state.
Provide weekly reports to leadership on progress and challenges related to measured goals.
Communicate regularly and integrate initiatives with other team members, including training on assigned Subject Matter Expert roles.
Manage Summer Technology camps for students including securing locations, partners, and secure third-party vendors to provide curriculum in focus areas such as cybersecurity, AI, and game development.
Support the regional esports events for high school students across the state.
Support and coordinate for state esports and tech Spring Celebration in partnership with team.
Foster community relations with local tech companies.