DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & PROGRAMS POSITION

Company: Girls 4 Science Location: Chicago, Illinois Contact: Jackie Lomax at ; 773-401-6685 Position Start Date: ASAP Job Duration: Permanent Schedule: Full Time, Saturdays required Job Compensation: Salary $60,000/year How to Apply: Send résumé and cover letter to Jackie Lomax at ABOUT GIRLS 4 SCIENCE Girls 4 Science is the only free, year-round, non-selective out-of-school-time STEM program for girls in the Chicago region. The mission of Girls 4 Science is to enrich the lives of girls through early exposure to the study of science, technology, engineering and math and women of color practicing in STEM fields; and through hands-on problem-based learning and mentorship for careers in STEM fields. Girls 4 Science designed an innovative program model to address the lack of accessible, quality science programs for female youth with its Saturday STEM Academy. The Saturday STEM Academy is offered four times per year (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall) at three locations: Malcolm X City College on Chicago’s west side, Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences in the far south Greenwood neighborhood and Joliet Junior College in Joliet. A different STEM topic is presented in each six-week session. The two-hour high school and elementary school programs run concurrently at each location with age-appropriate curriculum presented by Program Coordinators, who are women with STEM backgrounds. POSITION OVERVIEW Girls 4 Science is seeking a passionate and motivated individual to join our team as the Director of Operations & Programs. This person will be responsible numerous aspects of operations including Board and Committee support, the quarterly newsletter and annual report, and for developing and managing all aspects of the Saturday STEM Academy. The ideal candidate will have experience in non-profit organizations and education and curriculum development, have a passion for science and working with young girls, and experience in and familiarity with STEM fields. The Director of Operations & Programs is a full-time position; working on Saturdays quarterly at the Saturday STEM Academy is a requirement. This position reports to the Executive Director. RESPONSIBILITIES Operations · Attend all Board and Committee (Finance & Audit, Development, Governance) meetings. · Prepare Agenda and Meeting Materials · Take, prepare and distribute minutes of each meeting. · Write quarterly newsletter after the end of each Saturday STEM Academy session. · Write annual report. · Work with Executive Director to develop annual budget. Program Primary responsibilities include student recruitment and enrollment, curriculum development, materials management, program instruction and evaluation. The Operations Director serves as the primary contact with the program sites, hires, supervises and mentors the Program Coordinators, and identifies volunteer faculty and female STEM role models. Develop STEM curriculum, supplemental materials and inquiry-based, engaging STEM-related experiments and activities for the year round, six-week Saturday STEM Academy, four sessions per year. Ensure curriculum content is scientifically accurate and age-appropriate. Develop, create, obtain and maintain laboratory supplies and program materials. Teach or participate in the weekly Saturday STEM Academy class at one of the sites. Plan and implement yearly Student Showcase. Plan and implement yearly Student Recognition and Awards program. Proactively recruit students to participate in the program and manage student application process. Coordinate program logistics at each location. Maintain clear and effective communication with parents, students, staff and faculty. Develop evaluation tool to assess student learning and evaluate the program’s success to monitor program effectiveness. Document student assessment, attendance, student, parent, and teacher survey data and maintain effective systems for tracking and evaluating data. Recruit, hire, mentor, and supervise part-time Program Coordinators and volunteers. Coordinate program logistics, instructional topics, and required teaching materials with Program Coordinators. Build program awareness through social media, web, and print materials. Participate in G4S staff meetings. Develop relationships and coordinate partnership efforts. Prepare report for quarterly Board of Directors meetings Prepare annual program budget. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and ability to build relationships and interface with persons from a variety of backgrounds. Must have excellent time-management and organizational skills, be detail oriented, a team player, an advocate for women and girls and have a positive outlook and can-do attitude. Must also have a love of learning, be highly energetic, creative, a problem-solver, negotiator, self-starter, and be able to work remotely and on Saturdays. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Education or STEM-related field, Business, Non-profit Management Experience developing and implementing STEM programs and curriculum. Experience working with youth. - Proven experience in nonprofit management or a similar role, with a strong understanding of nonprofit operations and governance. - Experience in board management and working effectively with volunteer boards of directors. - Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate complex organizational challenges. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with diverse stakeholders. - Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to $60,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Ability to Commute: Chicago, IL 60612 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Chicago, IL 60612: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60612