Program Manager, Government Relations

At Curriculum Associates, we believe in the potential of every child and are changing the face of education technology with award-winning learning programs like i-Ready that serve a third of the nation's K-8 students. For more than 50 years, our commitment to making classrooms better places, serving educators, and supporting accessible learning experiences for all students has driven the continuous improvement of our innovative programs. Our team of more than 2,500 employees is composed of lifelong learners who stand behind this mission, working tirelessly to serve the educational community with world-class programs and support every day. Program Manager, Government Relations State-Level Programs We're looking for a driven, execution-focused Program Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale state programs. In this role, you'll guide cross-functional teams through complex implementations, ensuring scope, schedule, and deliverables are met with excellence. You'll serve as a trusted thought partner, operational leader, and primary liaison between internal teams and external partners — bringing clarity, structure, and momentum to every phase of the program lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex challenges, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work that directly impacts educators and students. The impact you'll have:

• Lead cross-functional teams to successfully execute state-level programs
• Develop and manage detailed program schedules and core PM documentation
• Track, document, and report on deliverables, action items, risks, and decisions
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks while navigating competing priorities
• Facilitate internal and partner-facing status meetings and reporting
• Serve as the voice of the partner internally and the voice of the business externally
• Build strong relationships with key clients and decision-makers
• Collaborate closely with sales, partner support, professional learning, reporting and rostering, psychometrics, research, and product teams
• Contribute to RFI/RFP responses

What we're looking for: Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• 2+ years of experience supporting state-level or large district assessment programs
• Experience working with digital assessment products
• Experience partnering directly with senior stakeholders, including State Departments of Education
• Experience with interim assessment and/or curriculum products preferred
• Familiarity with Curriculum Associates products and services a plus
• Formal project/program management training, PMP a plus

Skills & Strengths

• Strong communicator who listens well and builds trust quickly
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Results-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Effective problem solver who navigates ambiguity with confidence
• Able to "connect the dots" and gather information across teams
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment
• Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Technical Proficiency

• MS Project (or comparable scheduling tools)
• Smartsheet
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Salesforce
• PowerBI experience ideal
• Advanced Excel skills preferred

Travel: Up to 20% Benefits and Pay Range: Pay Range - This role's range is $69,250-$118,250. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that Curriculum Associates considers in making compensation decisions based on our Compensation Philosophy. Actual base pay within that range will vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, prior experience and relevant skill sets. At Curriculum Associates, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances for each case. This role is also eligible to participate in the company bonus plan. The Company recognizes that minimum wage varies by location and will ensure all compensation decisions comply with applicable state and local laws. Benefits - Benefit eligible employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan and receive an employer match. Employees have access to a flexible vacation and sick policy in addition to twelve paid holidays and a winter office closure between Christmas and New Year's, as well as a number of additional perks and benefits. Application deadline: March 27, 2026. This is subject to close earlier if there is a high volume of applicants or a qualified hire is made Apply tot his job Apply To this Job