PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Detroit Metro
Who We Are and What We Believe:
Founded in 1997, Bottom Line is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization with a mission to partner with degree-aspiring students of color from under-resourced communities as they get into college, graduate, and go far in life. We achieve this mission by providing one-on-one guidance during the college application process through college graduation and the successful launch of their careers.
Our vision is to dramatically transform urban communities by producing thousands of new career-ready college graduates. Bottom Line operates regional programs in Massachusetts, where they were founded in 1997, New York City, Chicago and Southwest Ohio that collectively serve over 8,000 students. While the organization is proud of every student engaged, this is a small fraction of the total need.
Bottom Line seeks to expand its impact in a radical way: to annually support 20,000 students in their educational journeys by 2030. To realize this ambitious vision, Bottom Line will deepen investment in the communities above and also seek to expand to 6 new regions. Detroit Metro was identified as the 5th region for Bottom Line, currently in a planning year – the region will begin serving students in the Fall of 2025 (FY26).
When you join Bottom Line, you will find a rewarding, fast-paced, results-oriented environment. We build strong relationships with our students and with each other. We take our work seriously, and we know that a focus on data and metrics is integral to our continued success. Experts in our fields, we are driven by our mission and extremely proud of the work we do.
What You Will Do:
This is an opportunity to join a national organization as a member of the founding leadership team in Detroit Metro. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Founding Program Director, will be charged with learning the fundamentals of Bottom Line’s programming. This position is scaffolded over the next 2.5 years with a focus for the remainder of this fiscal year on understanding Bottom Line’s recruitment and our access program. In FY26, the focus is on executing our access program as we aim to serve 180 students while also learning our success program readying for launch in FY27.
You will emerge as a Bottom Line program expert, supporting the Detroit Metro region in implementing the organization’s best in-class program model, which has been validated with successful results from a randomized control trial, hence the focus on model fidelity in our regions. Your responsibilities include managing program resources, achieving key performance indicators, training, and supporting staff, building partnerships with schools and community organizations, and analyzing data to drive strong program results. With your expertise and dedication, you will make a significant impact on the lives of local students, helping them navigate the college application process and achieve their educational goals.
As a founding member of the Detroit Metro team, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our presence in the region. This means not only growing our programs but also cultivating a dedicated team. Your role will be dynamic, evolving in response to the changing needs of the site. As we expand our footprint and deepen our impact, your adaptability will be pivotal. This presents a unique chance for you to make a lasting mark by tailoring your contributions to the evolving landscape and driving our mission forward. Your proactive approach and strategic insights will be integral to the growth and success of our programs in the Detroit Metro area.
Primary Responsibilities:
Recruitment & Partnership Management – 30%
Program Management – 40%
Staff Management & Talent Development – 20%
Secondary Responsibilities:
Organizational Support – 10%
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without advanced notice.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 10a - 6p
Expected Travel:
20%, frequent in region travel; and occasional travel to sites for onboarding/training purposes in years 1-3
Who Should Apply:
If you meet the qualifications below, you should apply.
How to Apply/Application Deadline:
All applications must be submitted via Bottom Line’s Career Page.
Please share your resume and cover letter.
The application deadline is October 31, 2024.
Start Date:
November 2024
Compensation:
$79k-85k, commensurate with experience
Benefits:
Learn about our benefits here.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Detroit Metro
Who We Are and What We Believe:
Founded in 1997, Bottom Line is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization with a mission to partner with degree-aspiring students of color from under-resourced communities as they get into college, graduate, and go far in life. We achieve this mission by providing one-on-one guidance during the college application process through college graduation and the successful launch of their careers.
Our vision is to dramatically transform urban communities by producing thousands of new career-ready college graduates. Bottom Line operates regional programs in Massachusetts, where they were founded in 1997, New York City, Chicago and Southwest Ohio that collectively serve over 8,000 students. While the organization is proud of every student engaged, this is a small fraction of the total need.
Bottom Line seeks to expand its impact in a radical way: to annually support 20,000 students in…
All applications must be submitted via Bottom Line’s Career Page.
Please share your resume and cover letter.
The application deadline is October 31, 2024.
All applications must be submitted via Bottom Line’s Career Page.
Please share your resume and cover letter.
The application deadline is October 31, 2024.