ANEW is a nonprofit organization with a mission of building people, building communities. Founded in 1980, ANEW has a unique and successful reputation for assisting underserved populations into apprenticeships and family wage careers. ANEW is focused on changing the culture and demographics of industries that have historically not been diverse or inclusive.
Reporting to the Program Manager II, the Program Manager I is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing ANEW’s Youth Exploration Program(YEP), which is a youth-focused Construction Career Exploration Program designed to introduce participants to careers in the construction, skilled trades, and related industries. This role manages day-to-day program operations, develops and maintains partnerships with schools, community organizations, employers, and industry stakeholders, and ensures participants have access to engaging, hands-on learning experiences that support career awareness and workforce readiness.
The Program Manager I will recruit and support program participants, coordinate educational workshops, jobsite visits, mentorship opportunities, and career exploration activities, and track program outcomes to ensure goals and performance measures are achieved. The role also oversees program schedules, budgets, reporting requirements, and compliance with organizational policies and safety standards.
Success in this position requires strong project management, relationship-building, and communication skills, as well as a passion for youth development and expanding pathways to rewarding careers in the construction industry. The Program Manager I serves as a key liaison between youth participants, industry partners, educators, and community stakeholders, helping to create meaningful experiences that inspire and prepare the next generation of construction professionals. This role will require someone that can offer flexibility in delivery of services and may require someone to work across programs to maintain continuity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of the Construction Career Exploration Program, ensuring activities align with program goals, timelines, and performance outcomes.
- Recruit, enroll, and support youth participants through outreach, orientation, ongoing engagement, and retention efforts.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with schools, community-based organizations, workforce agencies, apprenticeship programs, labor unions, contractors, and industry employers.
- Coordinate hands-on construction career exploration activities, including workshops, demonstrations, jobsite tours, guest speakers, and career fairs.
- Facilitate workforce readiness training covering topics such as workplace expectations, communication, teamwork, professionalism, and safety.
- Organize and monitor participant mentoring, job shadowing, internships, and work-based learning opportunities.
- Ensure all program activities comply with safety standards, organizational policies, and applicable regulations.
- Track participant attendance, engagement, progress, and program outcomes using designated data management systems.
- Collect, analyze, and report program data to support performance measurement, grant compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Monitor program budgets and expenditures and assist with resource allocation and purchasing.
- Create and maintain program schedules, calendars, and activity plans.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for participants, families, partner organizations, and industry stakeholders.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and career exploration support to participants, helping them identify education and career pathways in the construction industry.
- Provide instruction during times of high volume to classes of program participants.
- Coordinate transportation, facility usage, materials, equipment, and logistics for program events and activities.
- Facilitate group presentations, workshops, and informational sessions for youth and community partners.
- Collaborate with internal staff to ensure seamless delivery of supportive services and participant success.
- Identify and implement strategies to increase participant engagement, program quality, and successful outcomes.
- Conduct follow-up with participants to track educational, training, and employment placements.
- Maintain accurate program records, case notes, and documentation in accordance with organizational and funding requirements.
- Represent the organization at community meetings, industry events, and stakeholder engagements.
- Support special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.
- Supervise team of several FTE and temporary staff during high volume periods.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to staff and volunteers involved in program delivery.
- Monitor staff and volunteer performance related to program activities and participant engagement.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM / REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 years of experience in youth education, workforce development, job coaching or similar role.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in applicable field of study required.
- Commitment to DEI values and understanding of equity and social justice principles and how they can be applied internally and in the field.
- Flexibility and adaptability in working with a growing non-profit.
- Strong communication and administrative skills with a proven track record of managing multiple projects.
- Experience in working with collaborative partnerships.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work flexible schedule to include evening and or weekend
- Must provide documents that verify identity and employment authorization within 3 business days of employment
- Valid U.S. Driver’s license, and proof of insurability - Driving is a requirement of this role.
Work Location: ANEW Tukwila Training Center and Satellite locations as assigned. Travel within the state of WA is expected and required.
Work Schedule: 8am-4:30pm standard hours hours may be adjusted to meet program need and flexibility is expected/required from successful candidate.
Reports to: Program Manager II
Compensation
This position is a paid non-exempt position with a starting hourly rate of $35.19 – $40.00 per hour. This position is grant funded and continuation of this position is subject to continuation of funding.
*Years’ experience must be directly related to this position.
BENEFITS
The person in this position is expected to serve a 90-day probation period. Benefits will not be included until and unless the position is made permanent, which is contingent upon performance evaluation, funding, board direction, and potential re-development of the organization and its training/service delivery models. If the position is more than 30/hours per week, employer paid medical benefits will include medical, dental, and vision benefits.
A portion of the medical premium is made by the employee through a pre-tax contribution at time of payroll posting. Employees at 30/hours a week or greater qualify for full benefits and pay a pre-tax contribution of 20% of monthly premiums per month for employee coverage. Additional employer paid benefits include basic life insurance, vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay. ANEW also contributes a 4% match to a 401k after one year of employment. ANEW Employees will not be permitted to use paid vacation or sick leave until successful completion of their 90-day probationary period.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The final applicant will be selected by way of a competitive process which will include interviewing and professional reference checks. Please apply online at https://anew1.bamboohr.com/careers
to be considered for this role.
ANEW is committed to being accessible to all. For accommodation applying, please email HR@anewcareer.org
Conditions of Work
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
This is an at-will position, and ANEW is an at-will employer nothing in this job-description alters or changes this status.
ANEW participates in E-Verify Employment verification after an offer has been accepted. By applying to this role, you understand and accept this.
ANEW conducts a pre-employment background screening for all positions after a conditional offer has been accepted. By applying to this role, you understand and accept this.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry items up to 15 pounds (e.g., office supplies, small packages).
- Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computers, printers, telephones).
- Visual acuity to read printed and digital documents for extended periods.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Work Environment: Typical office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled indoor temperatures.
- Standard business hours apply; occasional extended hours may be required based on workload or deadlines.
- Position may involve occasional meetings or collaboration in conference rooms or virtual settings.