NARST

Program Manager

• Support operational management, coordination, systems administration, and continuous improvement of STEM enrichment programs and competitions within the Competitions Division.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in the Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) program, participant data systems, program operations, reporting, and process documentation.
• Coordinate and administer the GEMS program in partnership with the Director of Competitions and external sponsors.
• Serve as the technical lead for the organization’s participant registration and data management systems.
• Collaborate closely with sponsors, Local Program Coordinators (LPCs), outreach staff, marketing staff, and internal teams.
• Establish short- and long-range goals related to student, near-peer mentor, and teacher participation at designated program sites.
• Provide operational and technical support to LPCs during program planning, implementation, and evaluation phases.
• Prepare sponsor-required reports and program documentation, including annual program plans, annual program reviews, participation summaries, and related reports.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance program dashboards and tracking systems to support operational decision-making and sponsor reporting.
• Develop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflows, and operational guides.

Senior Project Specialist, Program Operations – Data Systems

Manager

• Support the planning, creation, and implementation of educational content across digital and in-person platforms (e.g., website, webinars, toolkits, and professional learning programs)
• Coordinate the day-to-day execution of content and program deliverables, ensuring timelines and milestones are met
• Maintain and manage a content calendar to support consistent and timely delivery
• Provide program support for workshops, training sessions, and events, including preparation of materials and coordination of logistics
• Monitor timelines, deliverables, and quality control across multiple concurrent projects
• Track project details, versions, approvals, and deadlines to ensure smooth execution and follow-through
• Maintain organized documentation, resources, and files to support program continuity and team access
• Provide administrative and program support by managing workflows, updating materials, and ensuring consistency and accuracy across all content and program components

Education Manager

• Be part of a dynamic team supporting Army Educational Outreach Programs (AEOP).
• Lead the instructional strategy and educational experience for the eCYBERMISSION STEM competition.
• Responsible for the design, alignment, and continuous improvement of all educational content and learning initiatives.
• Oversee the Mini-Grant and STEM-In-Action Grant programs.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for curriculum and instructional design.
• Enhance participant engagement, support Team Advisors, and drive measurable program outcomes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between educational content and program operations.
• Analyze program data and participant feedback for continuous improvement.

Senior Manager, STEM Learning – Educator Engagement

Director

• Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to transforming science education to benefit all through professional learning, partnerships, and advocacy.
• The Director of Competitions oversees the portfolio of competitions NSTA administers through both public and private partnerships in coordination with the Sr. Director of Competitions.
• This position is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and continuous improvement of multiple STEM-based competitions and enrichment programs.
• This role oversees the full competition lifecycle—from program design and registration through judging, awards, and post-event evaluation—ensuring high-quality participant experiences, operational efficiency, and alignment with organizational mission and educational goals.
• The Director serves as a cross-functional leader, working closely with internal teams, external partners, volunteers, and sponsors.
• Establish program goals, success metrics, and operational priorities across multiple competitions working with the sr. D and each competition’s Project Manager.
• Translate organizational strategy into actionable plans for competition staff and program managers.
• Lead competition strategy in alignment with organizational mission, educational impact goals, and funder priorities.
• Ensure competitions adhere to grant requirements, sponsor deliverables, and reporting standards.
• Provide high-level direction while ensuring tactical teams have clear guidance, timelines, and performance expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and participant experience.
• Monitor operation performance and ensure consistent standards and responsiveness across all competition programs.
• Oversee large-scale seasonal competition cycles involving high submission volumes, short turnaround times, and fixed deadlines.
• Ensure operational teams maintain high standards of fairness, consistency, and transparency in evaluation.
• Review program data, participation metrics, and post-competition evaluations.
• Use performance metrics to guide operational improvements and strategic planning.
• Produce internal and external reports to support grant compliance, sponsor reporting, and organizational impact storytelling.
• Implement systems and tools that improve efficiency, automation, and cross-team coordination.
• Ensure staff follow documented standard operating procedures and quality control processes.
• Ensure tactical teams are aligned with branding, compliance, data reporting, and sponsor requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between competition staff and internal departments such as marketing, technology, finance, and development.
• Coordinate timelines and deliverables across departments to support competition launches and major milestones.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development within a mission-driven nonprofit culture.