What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager - SUMMER PROGRAM position at Howard County Library System?
The Howard County Library System (HCLS) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to lead our Summer STEM Educational team. This role involves overseeing a team of instructors and registration personnel to deliver high-quality STEM classes and a culminating end-of-summer event.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and supervise the Summer STEM Educational team, ensuring effective delivery of programs.
- Ensure classes are engaging and meet the goals
- Approve time cards and monitor the program's financial performance to keep it on track.
- Collaborate with HCLS staff members to enhance program activities and ensure alignment with educational goals.
- Capture and analyze student feedback to continuously improve program offerings.
- Lead activities and step up for end of summer culminating event.
We are guided by these shared responsibilities:
Mission & Vision
- We are your place to learn, connect, and grow.
- We contribute to achieving HCLS' racial and social equity goals. Please view the Brave Voices, Brave Choices initiative
- We advance HCLS’ educational mission, effectively communicating our curriculum, which comprises Three Pillars (Self-Directed Education, Research Assistance & Instruction, Instructive & Enlightening Experiences)
- Must have a Bachelor of Science or Arts in STEM OR STEM Education field; must have demonstrated experience working in a STEM career or teaching STEM curriculum
- Must have 5-7 years experience working/engaging with teens
- 3 years supervisory experience
- Passion for managing teams and teaching STEM topics
- Extraordinary customer service skills
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and perform under tight deadlines
Dates:
- June 5th – August 11th (start dates are negotiable)
Hours:
- (8:00 am -5:00 pm)
Position opened until filled.
EEO STATEMENT
Howard County’s diversity is its greatest asset. Howard County Library System embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. All communities, including communities of color and immigrant communities, are fundamental to our spirit of service, workforce and long-term success. Equity and empowerment are top priorities. We believe all Howard County residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. Among our goals is for our workforce to reflect the community it serves. We are actively working to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Howard County Library System takes pride in providing equal employment opportunities.
