Cleveland State University
Program Manager, K-12 and Workforce Pathways
K-12
Edtech.com's Summary
Cleveland State University is hiring a Program Manager, K-12 and Workforce Pathways. The role manages the daily execution of K-12 and workforce pathway programs, overseeing operations, logistics, and timelines while ensuring compliance with university policies. The manager coordinates with school districts and community partners, tracks milestones, supports internships and camps, and prepares reports for evaluation and leadership.
Highlights
- Manage day-to-day operations and logistics of K-12 and workforce pathway programs.
- Coordinate with school districts, community organizations, and internal CSU teams.
- Track program milestones and outcomes to support accountability and evaluation.
- Support internships and educational camps within the programs.
- Prepare documentation and reports for Director-level briefings and analysis.
- Proficiency required in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
- Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant project or program coordination experience, preferably in education, STEM, workforce development, or youth programming.
- Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and experience with K-12 or STEM education, procurement/budgeting in public sector, and grant-funded initiatives.
- Familiarity with procurement and financial support activities, vendor coordination, and compliance with CSU policies.
- Full-time position in the Instructional Excellence department with a standard Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM work schedule.
Program Manager, K-12 and Workforce Pathways Full Description
Program Manager, K-12 and Workforce Pathways
Posting Details
Business Title | Program Manager, K-12 and Workforce Pathways
Posting Category | Administrative and Professional
Salary Grade | 06
Salary Plan | Professional Staff - SEIU
Hiring Range /Pay Rate |
Department | Instructional Excellence
Department Description |
Position Location | Main Campus
FTE | 1.0
Job Summary
Provides program management for the day-to-day execution of K–12 and workforce pathway programs, overseeing operations, logistics, and program timelines while ensuring compliance with Cleveland State University (CSU) policies and procedures. Coordinates with school districts, community partners, and internal stakeholders; tracks program milestones and outcomes; supports internships and camps; and prepares documentation and reports to support evaluation, accountability, and Director-level briefings. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree preferably in education, business administration, nonprofit management, project management, or a related field. Two (2) years of professional experience supporting or coordinating projects or programs, preferably in education, STEM, workforce development, or youth programming.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in education, business administration, nonprofit management, project management, or a related field. Experience in K–12 or STEM‑focused educational programming and partnering with urban school districts. Experience with procurement or budgeting processes in the public sector and supporting grant‑funded, multi‑organization initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) | Knowledge of project and program and program management principles, including planning, scheduling, milestone tracking, and coordinator of multiple concurrent initiatives. Knowledge of operational and administrative processes supporting education or workforce programs, including event coordinator, participant logistics, and documentation requirements. Skilled in communicating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including K-12 partners, community organizations, industry partners, and cross-functional CSU teams. Ability to manage procurement financial support activities, including vendor coordination, budget, tracking, and compliance with CSU policies and procedures, preferably within a public or higher education environment. Ability to maintain accuracy, meet deadlines, and manage complex projects with shifting priorities. Ability to maintain accurate records, prepare reports and presentations, and organize project information to support accountability, evaluation, and leadership decision-making. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Requisition Number | PT0703828S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting | 03/14/2027
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Instructions | Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week | 40
Work Schedule | Typically, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Advertising Copy |
Full Time/Part Time | Full Time
Posted Date | 05/06/2026
Close Date/Application Deadline |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Review Begins | 05/13/2026
Tentative Start Date |
Posting Category | Administrative and Professional
Salary Grade | 06
Salary Plan | Professional Staff - SEIU
Hiring Range /Pay Rate |
Department | Instructional Excellence
Department Description |
Position Location | Main Campus
FTE | 1.0
Job Summary
Provides program management for the day-to-day execution of K–12 and workforce pathway programs, overseeing operations, logistics, and program timelines while ensuring compliance with Cleveland State University (CSU) policies and procedures. Coordinates with school districts, community partners, and internal stakeholders; tracks program milestones and outcomes; supports internships and camps; and prepares documentation and reports to support evaluation, accountability, and Director-level briefings. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree preferably in education, business administration, nonprofit management, project management, or a related field. Two (2) years of professional experience supporting or coordinating projects or programs, preferably in education, STEM, workforce development, or youth programming.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in education, business administration, nonprofit management, project management, or a related field. Experience in K–12 or STEM‑focused educational programming and partnering with urban school districts. Experience with procurement or budgeting processes in the public sector and supporting grant‑funded, multi‑organization initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) | Knowledge of project and program and program management principles, including planning, scheduling, milestone tracking, and coordinator of multiple concurrent initiatives. Knowledge of operational and administrative processes supporting education or workforce programs, including event coordinator, participant logistics, and documentation requirements. Skilled in communicating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including K-12 partners, community organizations, industry partners, and cross-functional CSU teams. Ability to manage procurement financial support activities, including vendor coordination, budget, tracking, and compliance with CSU policies and procedures, preferably within a public or higher education environment. Ability to maintain accuracy, meet deadlines, and manage complex projects with shifting priorities. Ability to maintain accurate records, prepare reports and presentations, and organize project information to support accountability, evaluation, and leadership decision-making. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Requisition Number | PT0703828S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting | 03/14/2027
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Instructions | Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week | 40
Work Schedule | Typically, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Advertising Copy |
Full Time/Part Time | Full Time
Posted Date | 05/06/2026
Close Date/Application Deadline |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Review Begins | 05/13/2026
Tentative Start Date |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- CSU Website
- Other
- If you selected 'Public Job Posting" or "Other" please provide source.
(Open Ended Question) - * Do you require any type of accommodation, should you be invited to campus for further screening? Please contact CSU at (216) 687-3636 if you need accommodation.
- Yes
- No
- * Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you a current, internal SEIU applicant/team member?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
- Yes
- No
- No Response
- * Do you have two (2) years of professional experience supporting or coordinating projects or programs, preferably in education, STEM, workforce development, or youth programming?
- Yes
- No
Application Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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