Project Manager

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Project Manager responsible for managing interdepartmental projects within a child development organization. Focus on organization-wide initiatives and strategic alignment for successful project delivery.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timeWest Covina • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $88,000 - $117,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Managing program and/or department projects and those assigned by management;
Analyzing all aspects of projects from concept to completion;
Prioritizing department projects according to areas of greatest need and/or impact;
Organizing trainings upon completion of projects as necessary;
Forming teams to assist with projects as necessary;
Managing documentation associated with projects, including narratives, statistics and other pertinent data;
Working with other departments, agencies, or funding sources as needed;
Providing regular progress reports to management;
Accurately complete, archive, and update required documentation on a timely basis according to department and agency policies and procedures;
Managing department office duties and supporting the work of program or department management;
Assisting the program and/or department managers as needed;
Attending training as required;
Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in project management, business administration, human services, information systems/computer science or other applicable field (verifiable work experience may be substituted for education)
Two years of project or office management experience in a professional capacity
Ability to communicate in written and verbal English correctly and effectively
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams)
Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Planner, Trello, Asana, etc.
Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze information and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills to small, large and diverse groups, including ability to communicate project details to various audiences
Experience and ability to effectively work with, be respectful of, and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds
Ability to independently identify problems, needs and opportunities for improvements, develop solutions, and implement plans/solutions
Ability to engage and be comfortable with all levels of management
Ability to fulfill job duties while meeting the highest ethical standards
Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects
Strong attention to detail and effective organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
California driver’s license, available use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification (preferred)
Experience with child care, education or human services organizations (preferred)
Command of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 95% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time)
Organization-paid and matching retirement plan
Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement
Generous and flexible PTO
Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementoffice managementcritical thinkingproblem solvingmultitaskingorganizational skillsattention to detailcommunication skillspresentation skillsfacilitation skills

Soft Skills

ability to work with diverse groupsindependent problem identificationethical standardsability to engage with managementsensitivity to cultural differencesability to thrive in fast-paced environmentinclusive reasoningsolution developmenteffective communicationprioritization

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeCertified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)California driver’s license