[Remote] Sr. Program Manager, eCybermission

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The National Science Teaching Association is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the operational delivery of eCYBERMISSION, a national STEM competition. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing all phases of the competition cycle while ensuring high-quality experiences for participants, educators, and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership, planning, coordination, and execution of the eCYBERMISSION program across the full competition cycle
• Supervise program staff, including assigning responsibilities, setting priorities, providing coaching and feedback, and supporting professional growth
• Establish clear timelines and accountability structures to ensure program milestones are met
• Provide direction and oversight to vendors and consultants as needed
• Work with the Director of Competitions to foster a high-performing, mission-driven team environment
• Lead operational planning and execution of the competition’s national event in collaboration with internal staff, vendors, and stakeholders
• Manage and coordinate operational aspects of the eCYBERMISSION competition, from launch through awards and post-season review
• Manage the competition judging process, including judge recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, scheduling, and support
• Ensure judging processes are fair, consistent, and transparent and address issues as they arise
• Partner with staff and stakeholders to continuously improve judge and participant experience
• Coordinate across teams to ensure program components are delivered consistently and on schedule
• Identify operational improvement opportunities and implement approved enhancements to improve program efficiency, scalability, and participant experience
• Coordinate implementation of program updates and enhancements developed by education and subject matter staff
• Collect and analyze program data, feedback, and outcomes to inform planning and decision-making
• Identify risks and operational challenges and develop mitigation strategies
• Support and coordinate educator engagement strategies in collaboration with education content staff to support recruitment, retention, and satisfaction
• Support relationship-building with educators, school administrators, partners, volunteers, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure messaging and outreach efforts are coordinated, timely, and aligned with program goals
• Serve as a program representative in meetings, webinars, conferences, and outreach activities as needed
• Develop and manage program plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Monitor participation data, operational metrics, and program spending against approved budget parameters to support reporting and planning
• Ensure program operations comply with organizational policies, sponsor requirements, and applicable guidelines
• Manage program data systems and reporting infrastructure to ensure accuracy, integrity, and accessibility
• Support preparation of reports and program documentation required by sponsors
• Document competition processes and standard operating procedures to improve program consistency and continuity
• Collaborate with internal teams including Marketing & Communications, Business Development, Technology, and Business Office to support program implementation and deliverables
• Maintain strong collaborative working relationships with consortium partners, the U.S. Army, educators, participants, volunteers, and other stakeholders
• Support cross-functional initiatives related to program growth, visibility, and sustainability

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex operational programs involving multiple stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret program data and inform operational decision-making
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a focus on process improvement and operational excellence
• Experience managing program systems, data tracking, and reporting processes
• Experience supervising staff and working collaboratively across departments to achieve program goals
• Ability to anticipate operational challenges and implement practical solutions
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education, public administration, nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field
• 6–10 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, project management, or operations leadership, preferably within a nonprofit, education, STEM outreach, or grant-funded environment
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff, contractors, or program teams and managing workload distribution to ensure program deliverables are achieved
• Experience managing large-scale programs or national initiatives involving multiple stakeholders, deadlines, and operational phases
• Experience managing program operations within approved budget parameters and collaborating with grant administration and finance teams on financial tracking and reporting
• Demonstrated experience managing data systems, program metrics, and reporting processes to support program evaluation and operational decision-making
• Experience coordinating large events, competitions, or multi-phase programs involving participants, volunteers, or external partners
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and program data management tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Experience with CRM systems, project management systems, program databases, registration platforms, or participant management systems
• Strong ability to analyze program data and generate reports for internal leadership and external stakeholders
• Ability to lead teams in a collaborative and mission-driven environment
• Strong organizational and operational management skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex programs with multiple timelines and deliverables
• A master's degree is preferred
• Experience working with federally funded programs, grant-funded initiatives, or government-sponsored programs is strongly preferred
• PMP certification or equivalent training is a plus
• Familiarity with STEM education programs or military-affiliated initiatives is desirable

Benefits

• Unlimited vacation
• Remote work environment
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• A retirement plan with a generous employer match
• Professional development

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