ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:
Bike Works, based in SE Seattle since 1996, promotes the bicycle as a vehicle for
change to empower youth and build resilient communities. Our programs and
services invest in young people and encourage bicycling. Our bike shop serves a
large customer base with used bike sales, affordable repairs, and new and used
parts and accessories. We take in over 7,000 bicycle donations annually and
redistribute these bikes through our programs and bike shop. We are committed to
continued learning and improvement, with a focus on social justice and racial
equity.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
This position reports directly to the Program Director and is part of the Bike
Works Youth Programs Team.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Creating, delivering, and managing Youth programming aligned with Bike Works Mission & Vision
Manage School-Based Programming and Statewide Partnerships (50%)
● Develop MOU’s and Partnership agreements
● Establish and maintain relationships with Schools and Partnerships
● Develop and deliver curriculum as needed
● Provide training and mentorship to support team members and partners
● Ensure adequate bike, tool and material selections for all programs
● Work with the Programs and Recycle & Reuse staff to maintain tools, bikes and supplies for programs.
● Record and track all program attendance, waivers, and expenses
● In partnership with Executive Director, develop and monitor program budgets
Curriculum Development and Evaluation (20%)
● Develop curriculum with various levels of input from partners, and create activities and itineraries for programming within scope of partner agreements
● In partnership with Youth Program Team, facilitate and develop curriculum for ride leader trainings, train the trainer courses, and for bike program facilitators including community partners and Program staff
● Consults with the Programs team on best practices
Work in partnership with other Bike Works staff, and Key Stakeholders to contribute to the organization's vision, participate in organization-wide programs, and help create asustainable organizational culture. (10%)
● Engage in strategic planning process with staff and board
● Regularly attend team and staff meetings and yearly retreats
● Compile monthly reports to the Program Director on all activities
Co-Manage Risk Management Plans and Implementation (10%)
● Engage with and support the risk management committee
● Develop fleet maintenance and security/safety protocols for vehicle usage
● Create and updates risk management policies and guidelines as needed
● Create risk management scenarios and ways to test the system as needed
Fundraising and Event Planning to Support Youth Programs (10%)
● Develop and manage program and event budgets
● Provide innovation of new strategies to generate revenue
● Collaborate with development team and Program Director to support grant
writing and fundraising strategies
● Write program updates and anecdotes for use in grants, reports, and promotional material
● Work with Executive Director to develop organization-wide youth leadership opportunities
● Consult with Development Team to ethically elevate youth voices and narratives in fundraising efforts and communications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with, and understanding of, diverse South Seattle communities
Commitment to environmental stewardship, social justice, and youth
development
Passion for the mission, vision, and values of Bike Works
A.A. in Early Childhood Education or related field or equivalent work
experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and to handle multiple tasks
Experience working in multi-cultural/lingual environment
Must meet federal and state health and safety standards and maintain
credentials for childcare (1st Aid, CPR)
Able to work flexible hours on occasion
Excellent organizational and computer skills
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse cultural
backgrounds.
Respect for others’ experiences, opinions, language, values, culture, and
knowledge
Access to a reliable source of transportation
WA state driver’s license and vehicle insurance
Experience working with immigrant and refugee families
Bicultural/bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, French, Omoro,
Amharic, Eritrean, Somali, or Tigrinya a plus
COMPENSATION:
Hourly pay range $28.50 to $32.25, DOE; this position is eligible for overtime pay.
All full-time positions are accompanied by $10,000+ in benefits, including:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
12 days of vacation to start (adding one day for each additional year of work)
7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, plus a paid holiday recess from 12/24
through 1/1
10 days sick leave per year
Long & Short-Term Disability
Training & Professional Development for job roles
Unlimited Orca Card
EAP Employee Assistance Program
$250 reimbursement for any kind of training or continuing education
$250 match for employee donations to other nonprofits
$250 fitness/gym membership reimbursement
Discounts on new & used bikes and parts in our Shop
Retirement match up to $2,000
Life Insurance
Reimbursement for mileage when using your bike for work
Casual dress code
Sabbatical policy for 1 month after 5 years
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Bike Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse and talented staff. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that prioritizes equity, access, and inclusion, Bike Works does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or marital status. Candidates who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, trans, nonbinary, queer, and/or disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.
WHO WE ARE:
collaborative team players
passionate educators
bike riders, bike mechanics
social justice activists
energetic and hard workers who manage time and risk
self-starters with growth mindsets
personable and humorous
How to Apply: Reply to this post with your resume and cover letter with the subject line “Program Manager.” Applications received by 6/09/24 will receive priority.