Program Manager - Columbus

Job Opportunity: Program Manager with Greenleaf Job Training Services in Columbus, Ohio

 

Full-Time | Hybrid Schedule | $52,000 annually

 

Are you an organized, resourceful leader who enjoys building relationships, supporting teams, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities? If so, we’d like to hear from you!

 

Greenleaf Job Training Services is seeking a Program Manager to lead its Empowering Employment program, helping youth and adults with disabilities build confidence, strengthen work-readiness skills, and prepare for employment or continued education. This leader will oversee program operations, staff, partnerships, outcomes, and grant compliance while building on the program’s success and supporting future growth.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily program operations, including enrollment, schedules, staffing, participant communication, documentation, and deadlines.

• Build partnerships with schools, nonprofits, referral sources, participants, guardians, and funders to support enrollment and growth.

• Supervise and coach part-time instructors, set expectations, address concerns, and coordinate classroom coverage.

• Maintain accurate program records and grant reporting in Sure Impact and SharePoint.

• Monitor curriculum and program outcomes, using feedback and data to improve services for participants with varied needs.

• Conduct site visits and keep leadership informed of program progress, challenges, and priorities.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent and two to three years of related experience or training.

• Experience coordinating educational, workforce-development, human-services, or community-based programs.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage priorities, maintain records, and adapt services to participant needs.

• Effective leadership and communication skills, including coaching employees, setting expectations, and addressing concerns.

• Ability to build community partnerships, evaluate opportunities, and keep programs aligned with their mission and capacity.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and SharePoint.

• Ability to learn Sure Impact, SetWorks, UKG, and other systems used by Greenleaf.

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs is strongly preferred.

• Teaching, instructional, curriculum, or classroom leadership experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position that includes remote work and local travel throughout the Columbus area. The Program Manager will visit schools and program sites to observe services, support instructors, meet with partners, and occasionally provide classroom coverage. Current program locations include Columbus-area schools and community sites.

Benefits

• Health insurance

• Dental and Vision insurance

• Telehealth benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Retirement plan eligibility after one year of employment

About Greenleaf Job Training Services

Greenleaf Job Training Services is a Columbus-based nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals overcome barriers to employment and achieve greater independence. Through workforce development, employment-readiness training, and community partnerships, Greenleaf empowers participants with the skills, confidence, and support needed to pursue meaningful employment and long-term success.

Greenleaf believes that access to services promoting meaningful employment, self-sufficiency, and independence for individuals with barriers to employment is a right. Through education, coaching, training, partnerships, and collaboration, Greenleaf works to expand equitable access to opportunities that enhance people’s lives.

Apply online today!

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