Program Manager

Permanent, full-time, exempt, located in Boston, Hybrid.

In addition, required to travel 3-4 times per year, at a minimum.

Hack.Diversity seeks an entrepreneurial team member committed to racial equity in the technology space to join the organization as Program Manager.

ABOUT HACK.DIVERSITY

Hack.Diversity is transforming the economy by breaking down barriers and building access for the next generation in tech. We recruit and place early-career professionals from marginalized backgrounds into software engineering, data analysis, and mechanical engineering roles at major companies, and work with those companies to build inclusive and equitable working environments. Founded in 2016 as a project of the New England Venture Capital Association, “Hack” has grown into an independent nonprofit organization and a movement of belonging in the tech workplace. As of 2022, we have connected almost 400 Fellows into jobs at more than 50 employers to date. At Hack, we believe in a world where success is not limited by access, and where the jobs of today and tomorrow create opportunity for ALL.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Reporting to the Associate Director of Fellow Success, Boston, the Program Manager is responsible for Cohort success, managing recruiting, skill-development programming, and placement of Hack.Diversity Fellows into growth-oriented, economically-mobile, technical roles at some of Boston’s most sought after companies.

This role may have the opportunity to manage a staff member(s).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Support full-cycle execution of Cohort’s progression through the Hack.Diversity Fellowship (i.e. recruitment, selection, onboarding, mentorship engagements, curriculum development and completion, internship progress, alumni transition)
• Ensure positive program experience of Hack.Diversity Cohort and Mentors 
• Set the standard of excellence for your team of Fellows and support, mentor, and coach them accordingly 
• Engage in metrics and data tracking of Fellowship impact and evolve the Fellowship experience and model based on Fellows’ needs 
• Collaborate with Hack internal teams regarding REDI work, Host Company feedback, and programmatic collaboration based on Fellow feedback 
• Enhance relationships with new and existing Talent Partners to meet growth demands 
• Provide collaboration as program in Boston grows to serve more Fellows per year 
• Represent Fellow Success and Hack.Diversity at Fellow recruitment events

Focus Area: Fellow Engagement

• Assist Fellow recruitment efforts, participating in career fairs and events around the Greater Boston area
• Use data-driven insights to evaluate and problem-solve Fellow engagement wins and challenges
• In concert with other Program Managers, plan and execute events, adhering to parameters and budget set forth
• Lead creation of Program Lead monthly check-in agendas based on curriculum objectives and programmatic calendar
• Build community within Fellow lines of communication, including Slack and our Learning Management System

Requirements

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Note: Hack.Diversity is open to candidates who have gained skill sets through diverse fields and experiences. Please apply if you believe you would be a good fit, but do not meet the exact profile outlined in this description:

• 2-3 years of experience working in career services, workforce development, academic advising, mentoring, instruction, or other direct services for learners and job seekers
• Experience with event management
• Effective, efficient, and detail-oriented project management skills 
• Proficiency with program participant recruitment 
• Knowledge of the tech and innovation job market and workforce development trends in Boston 
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills 
• Highly organized, self-motivated and able to multitask in a dynamic organization

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS 

• Understanding of technical requirements of working in software development, data analysis, and/or mechanical engineering fields (ability to screen Fellow resumes) 
• Knowledge of and connections within Boston-area coding bootcamps, 2- and 4-year colleges, and training programs 
• Collaborative experience in a hybrid workplace 
• Professional experience in racial equity, diversity, and inclusion 
• Supervisory experience

Benefits

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $70,000-$87,500 base salary commensurate with experience and potential
• Up to 10% annual performance-based bonus on top of base salary
• Best-in-class time off benefits, including  20 vacation days, 24 paid Holidays, and remote flexible Fridays all year-long
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• 401(k) with matching and other elective benefits
• Dedicated funds for professional development for each staff member

Hack.Diversity is committed to making the job application process accessible to everyone. If you are in need of a reasonable hiring accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know how we can help. 

The ideal start date for this position is September 19