Program Manager

Friends of the Walkway, the nonprofit partner supporting Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park, is seeking a Program Manager to help shape the next chapter of community engagement at one of the Hudson Valley’s most iconic public spaces.

This new, full-time role leads three mission-critical areas — membership, programming, and event coordination — helping deepen community connection while strengthening long-term sustainability in support of our recently adopted Strategic Plan.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, self-directed professional who enjoys building systems, managing multiple priorities, and working collaboratively within a small, mission-driven team. The Program Manager will own a defined portfolio of work and play a visible role in delivering meaningful experiences for visitors, members, volunteers, and partners — working closely with staff and New York State Parks.

What You’ll Lead

Membership Growth & Engagement

• Grow and strengthen the Walkway’s membership program
• Develop strategies to retain and engage members
• Oversee membership systems, communications, and fulfillment

Programming & Community Engagement

• Deliver educational and interpretive programs, including youth and docent initiatives
• Expand community-centered offerings that reflect Friends’ mission
• Collaborate with volunteers and partners to enhance impact

Event Coordination

• Coordinate logistics and partners for Friends-led events
• Serve as a key liaison with New York State Parks
• Ensure events are organized, inclusive, and mission-aligned

Who You Are

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in nonprofit programs, membership, education, or visitor engagement
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across teams
• A thoughtful communicator with sound judgment and a solutions-oriented mindset

To view the full job description and application instructions, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/WalkwayFriendsJob

Friends of the Walkway is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Friends of the Walkway offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, flexibility, and work-life balance within a small, mission-driven organization.

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance with multiple plan options through United Healthcare, with efforts to keep employee premiums affordable
• Retirement plan with automatic annual employer contribution
• Life insurance equivalent to annual salary, at no cost to the employee
• Annual professional development support
• Generous paid time off and holiday policy, including an end-of-year office closure