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Number of Positions: 1Work Location: 100% On-Site

Position Overview

The Managing Director of Impact will work with the Impact Department to lead City Year Bay Area's school-based service strategy, district partnerships, and measurable student impact. The Managing Director of Impact is responsible for developing and implementing the site's education partnership vision, ensuring high-quality implementation of City Year's Whole School Whole Child model, and supporting the collection, use, and communication of student-level data to meet AmeriCorps, City Year, and school district goals.
On a daily basis, the Managing Director of Impact will lead and coach Impact Department staff, collaborate with site leadership and district partners, oversee implementation quality, strengthen AmeriCorps member experience, and use data and feedback to improve service delivery. This role reports to the Executive Director and serves as a member of the site senior leadership team, contributing to cross-functional priorities and site-wide initiatives.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in education, youth development, nonprofit program leadership, school partnership management, or comparable work.
• Demonstratedpeoplemanagement experience, including coaching, performance management, and developing staff to deliver strong outcomes.
• Experience working with school districts, schools, or education partners to advance student outcomes and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to use data, feedback, and structured planning to improve program quality, implementation, and impact.
• Authorized documentation to work in the United States of America.
• Criminal background history clearance to work with school-age children, depending on position requirements.

Responsibilities

The Managing Director of Impactwill perform the following roles and responsibilities as described below:

Impact Strategy, Service Quality, and Student Outcomes

• Lead the development, implementation, review, and evaluation of City Year Bay Area's Whole School Whole Child strategy, service model, and content management approach.

• Ensure service is implemented with fidelity to the model by aligning staff practices, AmeriCorps member observations, Early Warning Indicator processes, and student-level data collection and use.

• Use corps member, staff, school partner, City Year network, and student data feedback toidentifystrengths, address areas for improvement, and recommend training, resources, and service enhancements.

District Partnerships and External Relationship Management

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop district partnership strategies and manage strong, sustainable relationships with Ravenswood City School District, Alum Rock Union School District, and other education stakeholders.

• Maintain routine communication with key district partners and ensure school district staff are informed, invested, and aligned to shared goals for student impact.

• Monitor the current education environment,participatein relevant externalmeetingsor work groups, and communicate developments that may affect City Year Bay Area's education vision and service strategy.

Impact Department Leadership and Staff Management

• Set vision and manage performance for the Impact Department by aligning goals,monitoringprogress, and fostering an environment of belonging, collaboration, accountability, and inclusion.

• Coach and develop Impact Department staff through regular supervision, feedback, development planning, and support for high-quality execution of school service and AmeriCorps member experience.

• Partner with site leadership and cross-functional teams to align department priorities, resolve implementation challenges, and support site-wide initiatives.

Budget, Resources, and Operational Alignment

• Work with the Executive Director and Chief of Staff to develop andmaintainthe Impact Department budget, including expenses related toAmeriCorpsmember experience and school service needs.

• Approve and manage spending strategies in coordination with operations and development colleagues to ensure resources are usedeffectivelyand grant-related criteria are supported.

• Identifyresource needs and cultivate internal and external support to advance Impact Department goals and strengthen service delivery.

AmeriCorps Member Experience and Network Leadership

• Work with the Impact Department and full staff team to support a positive, meaningful AmeriCorps member year of service.

• Support communication, engagement, recognition, and celebration efforts that contribute to AmeriCorps member belonging, development, and retention.

• Participate as an active member of the City Year national network, including relevant meetings, communications, and network initiatives that advance service quality and organizational learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with or for Bay Area school districts, including Ravenswood City School District and/or Alum Rock Union School District.
• City Year or AmeriCorps experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, includingabilityto present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and data-informed planning or reporting tools.

Competencies

In order tosucceed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Identifies multiple pathways to address complex and nebulous problems; anticipates barriers and opportunities; develops plans to address them.
• Vision & Focus: Establishes a clear vision aligned with organizational goals; develops teams and activities to maintain alignment.
• Managing Performance: Assigns, tracks, and prioritizes work to ensure high-quality outputs; inspires committed and positive action toward organizational goals.
• Developing & Empowering Others: Creates opportunities for others to learn, develop, take action, and lead.
• Collaboration: Connects with stakeholders to identify shared interests; partners with others to incorporate different perspectives toward a common goal.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Ability to translate education strategy, program data, and partner feedback into actionable service improvements.
• Ability to manage department budgets, staffing rhythms, and cross-functional planning processes.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office tools and data systems to support communication, planning, analysis, and reporting.

Physical requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods and occasionally stand or walk.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
• Visualacuityto readscreens and printed materials.
• Hearing ability toparticipatein conversations and respond to phone calls.
• Occasional lifting orcarrying ofitems up to 10-20 pounds, such as office supplies or event materials.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and in writing.

Working Conditions

• Operates primarily in a professional office setting at the Sunnyvale, CA office, with regular collaboration with schools, districts, and community partners.
• May require local travel to school sites, district offices, partner meetings, City Year events, and other site-related activities.
• Typical schedule is Monday-Friday during standard business hours, with occasional extended hours or evening events as needed.
• Noise level isgenerally moderateand may vary during school, event, or service-day activities.
• Requires a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel as part of job duties.

Compensation

Compensation: $110,000 - $125,000 Annually Commensurate with Experience and Location

Benefits