Ken Garff For Good Program Manager Tech

KEN GARFF FOR GOOD
– We change the world, one student at a time.

Title: Program Manager – Tech/esports emphasis
Location: Ken Garff Corporate Office (111 E Broadway, Suite 900, Salt Lake City, UT 84111)
Reports to: Director
Salary Range: $52,000-55,000
Required Travel: Frequent, Local

We are a statewide nonprofit foundation based in downtown Salt Lake City that offers its employees creativity, autonomy, and the opportunity to change lives.

Mission

The mission of Ken Garff for Good is to provide a pathway for student success. We do this through literacy, technology, and mentoring programs, and exposure to scholarships, internships, and college opportunities including trade schools, technical colleges, community colleges and four-year degrees.

Purpose

Ken Garff for Good delivers student-centered programs designed to create pathways to post-secondary education and meaningful careers. Our work begins with the Elementary Literacy initiative, which improves literacy skills for elementary-age students through incentivized daily reading, building a strong academic foundation early in life. Ken Garff for Good provides high school students opportunities and access to scholarships, internships, leadership experiences, and volunteer engagement – particularly through our high school Ambassador program.  In addition, middle and high school students may engage in our Gaming and Technology initiative which enhances scholastic engagement by leveraging technology and gaming to develop teamwork, problem-solving, and career-ready skills. Lastly, our Women Who Succeed initiative provides middle and high school young women with opportunities to build confidence, leadership skills, and a strong sense of possibility as they pursue their educational and professional goals.

Position Summary

Each Program Manager is assigned a geographic region of responsibility regarding school districts promoting our educational initiatives. The Program Manager ensures an emphasis on creating opportunity for rural, including low-income, minority, and female students. This role is responsible for implementing strategies that support student success and high program completion rates.

Regional Job Responsibilities

• Oversee schools across the state that implement the Elementary Literacy Program. Responsibilities may include:
• Coordinate closely with school principals, teachers and other staff to support enthusiasm for our initiatives.
• Visit schools on a semi-regular basis to:
  • Deliver reading prizes, supplies, or promotional materials such as banners, posters, and incentives.
  • Train Key Contacts or faculty on how to implement the program and utilize the platform.
  • Attend tabling events or host assemblies.
• Track Key Performance Indicators for the program across the state.
• Provide weekly reports to leadership on progress and challenges related to measured goals.
• Communicate regularly and integrate initiatives with other team members, including training on assigned Subject Matter Expert roles.

Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities – Tech and Esports

• Manage Summer Technology camps for students including securing locations, partners, and secure third-party vendors to provide curriculum in focus areas such as cybersecurity, AI, and game development.
• Support the regional esports events for high school students across the state.
• Support and coordinate for state esports and tech Spring Celebration in partnership with team.
• Foster community relations with local tech companies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid driver’s license
• Proficient in English
• Confident presenting to large groups and engaging one-on-one
• Ability to collect, process, and present measurable results
• Ability to plan for and take responsibility for goals and outcomes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Organized, self-starter, and team-oriented
• Demonstrates integrity and values transparency
• Graphic design, website, and social media experience a plus
• Communicates with enthusiasm and clarity; approaches work with thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills

Other Work Conditions

• Regular local travel required; occasional out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected
• Full-time, exempt position
• In-person schedule at the Salt Lake City office, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with one remote day per week
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Ken Garff for Good and the accompanying foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics, in compliance with all federal and state laws. This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, and responsibilities may change as needed.