About Us: The Deep South Center for Environmental Justice (DSCEJ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families harmed by pollution and vulnerable to climate change in the Gulf Coast Region through research, education, community and student engagement for policy change, as well as health and safety training for environmental careers. DSCEJ directs projects involving universities and community-based organizations in seven states. Position Summary: The Deep South Center for Environmental Justice is seeking a highly motivated person who can perform day-to-day administrative duties including trainee management, grant reporting, and data management. The Sr. Program Manager - Worker Training Program position reports to the Assistant Director for Training and Operations and works closely with the Technical Training Director and Training Manager. Location (On-site required. Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm) 9801 Lake Forest Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127 Duties & Responsibilities: Must be experienced in and demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills. The position requires significant report writing, data collection, and communicating with community partners and employment agencies. Able to analyze data, problem solve and understand complex situations. Able to communicate orally and in writing. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employment agencies and other partner agencies. Experience interacting with underserved communities. Perform other duties as assigned. Daily Responsibilities Trainee Management: Manage all aspects of the Environmental Career (EC) program at all DSCEJ sites Cultivate relationships with training participants Ensure recruitment and intake Provide orientation support Ensure daily attendance - sign-in, time tracking and monitoring daily student progress Maintain organization of training materials/supplies Partner with DSCEJ’s finance team on stipend distribution process Administrative: Assist with Hazardous Waste (HW) training program administrative duties to ensure accurate and timely data collection, documentation/file compilation, reporting requirements and deadlines Create shared calendar with all program initiatives for EC Team at all training sites Coordinate and lead weekly/monthly training meetings with all Environmental Career program managers/directors Attend NIEHS meetings, webinars and required training Manage daily catering orders Manage ancillary student needs when required Events: Lead Logistics for Graduation Ceremony Reporting: With the guidance of the Assistant Director of Training and Operations, develop calendar of all NIEHS reporting dates and meetings/events and work with all sites to assure timely meeting of deadlines Collect data from local and external Environmental Career training sites Ensure reporting accuracy with by cross-checking DMS Reporting tool numbers with written reports from all trainers/training sites Provide weekly updates on data and metrics to Data Manager and Training Director for reporting Develop a written report and assist with uploading reports into the required systems Job Placement: Work with the Job Developer to place students in jobs and assist with work opportunities Follow-up on student placement and monitor graduate success after placement Cultivate partnerships that lead to job placement Other job related duties: Assure completion of tasks per NIEHS and/or the Executive Director when requested throughout and after the training cycle and as deemed necessary for the successful implementation and completion of the training cycle. Required Skills and Qualifications Education and Experience: Master’s degree in education, public health or occupational safety and health, counseling, or social work; MA preferred Program management and organizational experience Minimum of five years work experience Experience working with diverse constituents, teams, and colleagues Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid Louisiana Driver’s License Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: Federal, State, Local, and Parish laws Policies, procedures, and practices Google Suite for Business, Microsoft Office Suite and/ or similar applications Essential Skills: A flexible, creative, entrepreneurial spirit and a shared commitment to the mission, vision and values of the DSCEJ Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines High work ethic and integrity Strong interpersonal skills Exceptional written and oral communication skills Strong analytical and organizational skills Effective customer service Problem-solving and decision-making Detail-oriented with the ability to oversee projects from origin through execution Ability to: Work independently and complete tasks Contribute and collaborate with the team Prepare detailed reports Communicate effectively with the ability to articulate a vision and strategy in a way that inspires and motivates a team and focuses their energy on achieving goals Employ flexibility and creativity in the face of ambiguity and challenge Work Environment & Physical Demand: Routine office environment Sitting or standing in one location much of the time Some stooping, lifting, or carrying objects of light weight may be required Use of a video display terminal Availability to work weekends and evenings to represent DSCEJ Schedule flexibility to offset work outside of regular business hours Salary & Benefits Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 Medical: Health, Dental, Vision Retirement: 401k with up to a 2% annual salary contribution on staff accounts Paid Life and AD&D How to Apply Please email the following to operations@dscej.org: A detailed cover letter highlighting your interest Your resume Three professional references Please include “Sr. Program Manager - Worker Training Program” in the subject line. EEOC Statement It is the policy of the Deep South Center for Environmental Justice to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. More about the DSCEJ: The DSCEJ was founded by Dr. Beverly Wright in 1992 in collaboration with community environmental groups and universities in the Southern region to advance environmental justice. Since this time, the DSCEJ has become a powerful resource for environmental justice research, education, advocacy, as well as health and safety training for environmental careers. The DSCEJ provides opportunities for communities, scientific researchers, and decision makers to collaborate on projects that promote the rights of all people to be free from environmental harm as it impacts health, jobs, housing, education, and quality of life. A major goal of the Center continues to be the development of environmental justice leaders in African American and other communities of color along the Mississippi River Chemical Corridor and the broader Gulf Coast Region. To learn more, please visit www.dscej.org Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Work Location: In person