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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Manager of Data Systems & Program Operations - **Company:** Public Health Institute - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,029.0 - $127,149.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Data Analysis, Confluence, Databases, Data Systems, Web Development, File Systems, LISTSERV, Mailing List, WordPress, Google Drive, Gsuite, Airtable - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=30b96bbc0c61ef70 ## About the Role The Public Health Institute's CivicSpark fellowship program is seeking a Senior Manager of Data Systems & Program Operations. This position reports to the Executive Director and oversees the management and implementation of the administrative systems and compliance aspects of the program, as well as co-manages operations tasks related to fellow training, support and mentorship alongside other program managers. The ideal candidate will have strong operations, system management, organizational, administrative, communication, and project management skills with a growth mindset, and the ability to learn and apply new skills. This position works closely with the Executive Director and other CivicSpark program staff on program administration, systems management, operations, support and mentorship for all fellows participating in the program., To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required., * 5 years of related work experience in program administration, system management, project management, and/or operations with increasing leadership responsibility, including at least 1 year as a manager. * 3 years of experience managing multiple tasks or projects. * Bachelor's degree in administration, operations, human resources, communications, marketing or a relevant field; or substitute with four additional years of relevant experience., * Experience with operations and administrative tasks, especially those with federal and state regulatory and compliance elements. * Experience creating and delivering training, professional development and learning opportunities for different audiences. * Experience with recruitment and human resources tasks. * Experience supervising and/or mentoring of fellows, interns and/or volunteers. * Proficiency in, or ability to learn, Google Suite, AirTable, Confluence, WordPress and other program systems. * Experience with federal funding, specifically AmeriCorps or similar service-oriented programs preferred. * Experience working in a nonprofit or service-oriented environment. * Ability to work remotely and travel as required. * Experience in data collection and analysis. * Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills. * Ability to complete administrative tasks with attention to detail. * Experience with communications and marketing tasks. * Can effectively manage workload and competing priorities. * Have strong written and verbal communication skills. * A baseline understanding of website development and content creation. * Interest in learning about programs that build local community resilience, public health and environmental stewardship. * Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. * Ability to pass FBI, state, and NSOPW background checks required for the job. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS ## Description * Serve as the team lead for general program operations and administration, including the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of CivicSpark policies, processes, and workflows. * Lead the management and improvement of program systems including AirTable, Google Drive, Confluence and identification of new systems to improve workflows and program efficiency. * Lead the simplification and streamlining of administrative processes and standard operating procedures for the program. * Assist with tracking, reporting, and analyzing impact metrics and performance outcomes. * Support the Executive Director with AmeriCorps grant writing, proposal development, grant administration, and reporting activities. * Support with fundraising non-federal revenue sources for the program. Program Policies, Procedures Development & Compliance * Stay updated on AmeriCorps and State Commission policies and processes and ensure program compliance. * Maintain resources that support program compliance and administration activities in the Program Guide, fellow contract, partner & fellow resources, presentation slide decks, among others. * Monitor reporting for staff and Fellows to ensure compliance with AmeriCorps State and National requirements throughout the year, including program contracting, readiness, and progress reporting. Fellow Support & Mentorship * Provide overarching support, guidance and mentorship to 100+ fellows on program requirements and deliverables. * With support from program leadership, provide direct support, guidance and mentorship on project implementation, site expectations, project and professional goal setting and deliverable completion. * Lead data collection and analysis of Fellow feedback. * Assist program leadership with developing and implementing an efficient and compliant fellow timekeeping policy and review process. * Conduct check-ins and provide individualized support to fellows to support professional development, provide mentorship and address challenges or concerns as needed. Fellow Training and Professional Development * Lead the creation and management of Fellow Leadership Project Groups. * Lead the development of fellow training materials focused on data analysis, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and technical skill development. * Support the CivicSpark team with the design of Fellow training and professional development activities and the overall program arc and training curriculum. * Assist with developing supplemental training and professional development resources for Fellows. * Support survey analysis to measure training and event impacts and identify areas for improvement. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Recruitment * On a seasonal basis, support Partner and Fellow recruitment processes, including fellow interviews, in coordination with CivicSpark recruitment staff Fundraising and Development * Participate in fundraising activities including partner and sponsorship research and proposal development. * Assist with developing a CivicSpark fundraising strategy and sustainability planning. Communications and Marketing: * Assist with CivicSpark marketing and communications processes, including website updates, content development, newsletters, social media, and marketing to potential partners and Fellows. * Assist with program communications, including mailing lists, listservs, file storage and organization. * Assist with photo collection and file storage processes Alumni Engagement * Support Alumni engagement efforts, including alumni strategy development, maintaining alumni database, supporting alumni-Fellow mentorship program, alumni panels and alumni surveys and communications Perform other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Psychological Safety in Software Engineering - Jenny-Margrethe Vej & Alexandra Hou Aldershaab](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2142-psychological-safety-in-software-engineering-jenny-margrethe-vej-alexandra-hou-aldershaab) - [The Vonage Trivia Voyage: Quiz Your Way to the Top!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/761-the-vonage-trivia-voyage-quiz-your-way-to-the-top) - [Techies vs. Suits: Decoding the Distinct Paths to Startup Success in Europe and the US](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/826-techies-vs-suits-decoding-the-distinct-paths-to-startup-success-in-europe-and-the-us) - [Beyond the 9–5: Designing Work Around Humans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1321-beyond-the-9-5-designing-work-around-humans) - [HR & Tech: Why can't we be friends?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1493-hr-tech-why-can-t-we-be-friends) ## Related Articles - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [Dev Digest 129 - Now that's what I call private data!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/468-dev-digest-129-now-that-s-what-i-call-private-data)