Manager, National Business Development (Critical Infrastructure & Data Centers)

Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary (180-Day Contract, Renewable)

Reporting To: VP, National Talent Solutions

Location: Remote (Regional focus assigned at hire)

Domains: Critical Infrastructure & Data Centers

About Per Scholas

Per Scholas is a national non-profit committed to advancing economic equity by providing tuition-free technology training to unemployed or underemployed adults for thriving careers in tech. With campuses in 20+ cities and growing national reach, Per Scholas partners with leading employers to build inclusive tech talent pipelines across Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, and Software Engineering.

We place no fees on employer partners, our model is built on trust, mission alignment, and long-term workforce impact.

The Opportunity

Per Scholas is seeking highly specialized, contract-based Business Development Consultants to open doors in industries where current Talent Solutions capacity does not yet reach. This is not a generalist account management role. We are looking for domain insiders; people with existing relationships, sector fluency, and the hustle to create pipeline where none currently exists.

Each consultant will be assigned a specific regional geography and industry domain, working as a targeted 'pitch hitter' to identify employer partners with immediate or near-term hiring needs aligned to our graduate talent pool. This role is deliberately distinct from our Enterprise Solutions Team, who manage core products and existing national accounts. You will be building net new.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Penetration: Prospect, engage, and qualify employer partners in your assigned domain and region who have hiring needs for entry level tech talent.
• Network Activation: Leverage your existing network to open doors quickly and generate warm leads within the first 30 days.
• Employer Discovery: Conduct discovery meetings with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, culture, and hiring timelines; assess fit with Per Scholas graduate profiles.
• Pipeline Management: Document all activity, contacts, and pipeline progression in HubSpot; maintain accurate and up-to-date records throughout the engagement.
• Transition Planning: Deliver a structured 30/60/90-day report outlining leads generated, employers engaged, and conversion opportunities for the national team to inherit.
• Internal Coordination: Work alongside the National TSOL team to align employer messaging, graduate profiles, and available cohort timelines.

Target Industry Domains

Candidates will be considered for one of the following specialized tracks. Deep domain experience and a pre-existing employer network are required:

• Critical Infrastructure & Data Centers: Data centers, cloud infrastructure providers, colocation facilities, and hyperscale operators

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of business development or sales experience in one of the target domain areas above, with a demonstrable book of contacts
• Proven track record of opening new accounts, not just managing existing relationships
• Comfort operating as a self-directed, entrepreneurial contributor with minimal hand-holding
• Strong discovery and consultative selling skills; ability to translate employer hiring challenges into partnership opportunities
• Familiarity with workforce development, staffing, or human capital solutions is a plus — but deep domain expertise takes precedence
• Comfort using HubSpot or similar CRM for pipeline tracking and reporting
• Commitment to Per Scholas’ mission of economic equity and tech access for underrepresented adults

What Makes This Role Different

This is not a traditional BD role. You will not manage a territory of existing accounts or inherit a warm book of business. You are being brought in specifically because Per Scholas does not yet have the employer relationships needed in your domain and you do.

Success here means generating qualified pipeline and employer commitments that the permanent TSOL team can convert and sustain beyond your contract. You are building the road, not just driving on it.

Contract Structure & Compensation

• Initial engagement: 180-day contract with defined deliverables (contingent on initial 90 day outputs)
• Hourly Rate: $35 – $45 per hour, commensurate with domain expertise and experience
• Potential for contract extension based on pipeline outcomes and organizational fit
• Multiple consultants may be engaged simultaneously across different domains and regions

Manager, National Business Development (Advanced Manufacturing)

Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary (180-Day Contract, Renewable)

Reporting To: VP, National Talent Solutions

Location: Remote (Regional focus assigned at hire)

Domains: Advanced Manufacturing

About Per Scholas

Per Scholas is a national non-profit committed to advancing economic equity by providing tuition-free technology training to unemployed or underemployed adults for thriving careers in tech. With campuses in 20+ cities and growing national reach, Per Scholas partners with leading employers to build inclusive tech talent pipelines across Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, and Software Engineering.

We place no fees on employer partners, our model is built on trust, mission alignment, and long-term workforce impact.

The Opportunity

Per Scholas is seeking highly specialized, contract-based Business Development Consultants to open doors in industries where current Talent Solutions capacity does not yet reach. This is not a generalist account management role. We are looking for domain insiders; people with existing relationships, sector fluency, and the hustle to create pipeline where none currently exists.

Each consultant will be assigned a specific regional geography and industry domain, working as a targeted 'pitch hitter' to identify employer partners with immediate or near-term hiring needs aligned to our graduate talent pool. This role is deliberately distinct from our Enterprise Solutions Team, who manage core products and existing national accounts. You will be building net new.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Penetration: Prospect, engage, and qualify employer partners in your assigned domain and region who have hiring needs for entry level tech talent.
• Network Activation: Leverage your existing network to open doors quickly and generate warm leads within the first 30 days.
• Employer Discovery: Conduct discovery meetings with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, culture, and hiring timelines; assess fit with Per Scholas graduate profiles.
• Pipeline Management: Document all activity, contacts, and pipeline progression in HubSpot; maintain accurate and up-to-date records throughout the engagement.
• Transition Planning: Deliver a structured 30/60/90-day report outlining leads generated, employers engaged, and conversion opportunities for the national team to inherit.
• Internal Coordination: Work alongside the National TSOL team to align employer messaging, graduate profiles, and available cohort timelines.

Target Industry Domains

Candidates will be considered for one of the following specialized tracks. Deep domain experience and a pre-existing employer network are required:

• Advanced Manufacturing: Factories, production operations, industrial automation, and Industry 4.0 environments

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of business development or sales experience in one of the target domain areas above, with a demonstrable book of contacts
• Proven track record of opening new accounts, not just managing existing relationships
• Comfort operating as a self-directed, entrepreneurial contributor with minimal hand-holding
• Strong discovery and consultative selling skills; ability to translate employer hiring challenges into partnership opportunities
• Familiarity with workforce development, staffing, or human capital solutions is a plus — but deep domain expertise takes precedence
• Comfort using HubSpot or similar CRM for pipeline tracking and reporting
• Commitment to Per Scholas’ mission of economic equity and tech access for underrepresented adults

What Makes This Role Different

This is not a traditional BD role. You will not manage a territory of existing accounts or inherit a warm book of business. You are being brought in specifically because Per Scholas does not yet have the employer relationships needed in your domain and you do.

Success here means generating qualified pipeline and employer commitments that the permanent TSOL team can convert and sustain beyond your contract. You are building the road, not just driving on it.

Contract Structure & Compensation

• Initial engagement: 180-day contract with defined deliverables (contingent on initial 90 day outputs)
• Hourly Rate: $35 – $45 per hour, commensurate with domain expertise and experience
• Potential for contract extension based on pipeline outcomes and organizational fit
• Multiple consultants may be engaged simultaneously across different domains and regions

POSITION: Data & Evaluation Analyst (Salesforce & Learner Data)

REPORTS TO: Director of Data & Insights 

LOCATION: Unted States

TRAVEL: Periodic, approximately 5% 

Position Overview

The Data & Evaluation Analyst plays a critical role in creating reports, managing, analyzing, and interpreting learner data to strengthen programs, improve outcomes, and demonstrate organizational impact. You see data as more than numbers—you see the people and stories behind it, and you are energized by turning complex information into insights that expand opportunity.

In this role, you will serve as a bridge between program teams, evaluation staff, and the Salesforce team. You will design and maintain reports and dashboards, respond to data requests, and help stakeholders think through how data should be structured to find the right answers. Your work ensures that high‑quality, accurate, and actionable information is available to support decision‑making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Data Management & Reporting

• Manage learner data within Salesforce, including demographic, survey, and assessment data used to evaluate program outcomes.
• Design, build, and maintain Salesforce reports and dashboards that support internal decision‑making and external reporting.
• Support the development and revision of learner surveys and data collection instruments within Salesforce.
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality, consistency, and usability across systems.

Analytics & Insights

• Respond to internal and external ad hoc data requests, providing thoughtful analysis and guidance on how data should be interpreted.
• Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Contribute to evaluation activities that measure program effectiveness, learner outcomes, and organizational impact.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with program, evaluation, and operations teams to improve how learner data is collected, structured, and used.
• Collaborate with the Salesforce/IT/IS teams to ensure evaluation and reporting needs are reflected in system design.
• Support organizational efforts to embed data‑driven decision‑making into workflows and culture.

Project & Process Support

• Manage small‑scale data projects aligned with organizational goals.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of data processes, documentation, and governance practices.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional experience working with data, analytics, or evaluation.
• Strong experience working with Salesforce data, including reporting, data structure, and troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting data requests and reporting needs for cross‑functional teams.
• Understanding of evaluation concepts, program outcomes, or impact measurement.
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfort working in environments where priorities evolve and new challenges arise.
• Experience in nonprofit, startup, education, or workforce development environments is especially valuable.

Skillsets

• Proficiency with Salesforce reporting and dashboards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Strong analytical and data‑cleaning skills.
• Ability to synthesize and communicate insights clearly and compellingly.

Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary (180-Day Contract, Renewable)

Reporting To: VP, National Talent Solutions

Location: Remote (Regional focus assigned at hire)

Domains: Low-Voltage and Critical Facilities

About Per Scholas

Per Scholas is a national non-profit committed to advancing economic equity by providing tuition-free technology training to unemployed or underemployed adults for thriving careers in tech. With campuses in 20+ cities and growing national reach, Per Scholas partners with leading employers to build inclusive tech talent pipelines across Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, and Software Engineering.

We place no fees on employer partners, our model is built on trust, mission alignment, and long-term workforce impact.

The Opportunity

Per Scholas is seeking highly specialized, contract-based Business Development Consultants to open doors in industries where current Talent Solutions capacity does not yet reach. This is not a generalist account management role. We are looking for domain insiders; people with existing relationships, sector fluency, and the hustle to create pipeline where none currently exists.

Each consultant will be assigned a specific regional geography and industry domain, working as a targeted 'pitch hitter' to identify employer partners with immediate or near-term hiring needs aligned to our graduate talent pool. This role is deliberately distinct from our Enterprise Solutions Team, who manage core products and existing national accounts. You will be building net new.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Penetration: Prospect, engage, and qualify employer partners in your assigned domain and region who have hiring needs for entry level tech talent.
• Network Activation: Leverage your existing network to open doors quickly and generate warm leads within the first 30 days.
• Employer Discovery: Conduct discovery meetings with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, culture, and hiring timelines; assess fit with Per Scholas graduate profiles.
• Pipeline Management: Document all activity, contacts, and pipeline progression in HubSpot; maintain accurate and up-to-date records throughout the engagement.
• Transition Planning: Deliver a structured 30/60/90-day report outlining leads generated, employers engaged, and conversion opportunities for the national team to inherit.
• Internal Coordination: Work alongside the National TSOL team to align employer messaging, graduate profiles, and available cohort timelines.

Target Industry Domains

Candidates will be considered for the following specialized track. Deep domain experience and a pre-existing employer network are required:

• Low Voltage & Critical Facilities: Low voltage systems, structured cabling, AV integration, and building technology

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of business development or sales experience in one of the target domain areas above, with a demonstrable book of contacts
• Proven track record of opening new accounts, not just managing existing relationships
• Comfort operating as a self-directed, entrepreneurial contributor with minimal hand-holding
• Strong discovery and consultative selling skills; ability to translate employer hiring challenges into partnership opportunities
• Familiarity with workforce development, staffing, or human capital solutions is a plus — but deep domain expertise takes precedence
• Comfort using HubSpot or similar CRM for pipeline tracking and reporting
• Commitment to Per Scholas’ mission of economic equity and tech access for underrepresented adults

What Makes This Role Different

This is not a traditional BD role. You will not manage a territory of existing accounts or inherit a warm book of business. You are being brought in specifically because Per Scholas does not yet have the employer relationships needed in your domain and you do.

Success here means generating qualified pipeline and employer commitments that the permanent TSOL team can convert and sustain beyond your contract. You are building the road, not just driving on it.

Contract Structure & Compensation

• Initial engagement: 180-day contract with defined deliverables (contingent on initial 90 day outputs)
• Hourly Rate: $45 per hour, commensurate with domain expertise and experience
• Potential for contract extension based on pipeline outcomes and organizational fit
• Multiple consultants may be engaged simultaneously across different domains and regions

Manager, National Business Development (Semiconductors & Electronics)

Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary (180-Day Contract, Renewable)

Reporting To: VP, National Talent Solutions

Location: Remote (Regional focus assigned at hire)

Domains: Semiconductors and Electronics

About Per Scholas

Per Scholas is a national non-profit committed to advancing economic equity by providing tuition-free technology training to unemployed or underemployed adults for thriving careers in tech. With campuses in 20+ cities and growing national reach, Per Scholas partners with leading employers to build inclusive tech talent pipelines across Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, and Software Engineering.

We place no fees on employer partners, our model is built on trust, mission alignment, and long-term workforce impact.

The Opportunity

Per Scholas is seeking highly specialized, contract-based Business Development Consultants to open doors in industries where current Talent Solutions capacity does not yet reach. This is not a generalist account management role. We are looking for domain insiders; people with existing relationships, sector fluency, and the hustle to create pipeline where none currently exists.

Each consultant will be assigned a specific regional geography and industry domain, working as a targeted 'pitch hitter' to identify employer partners with immediate or near-term hiring needs aligned to our graduate talent pool. This role is deliberately distinct from our Enterprise Solutions Team, who manage core products and existing national accounts. You will be building net new.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Penetration: Prospect, engage, and qualify employer partners in your assigned domain and region who have hiring needs for entry level tech talent.
• Network Activation: Leverage your existing network to open doors quickly and generate warm leads within the first 30 days.
• Employer Discovery: Conduct discovery meetings with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, culture, and hiring timelines; assess fit with Per Scholas graduate profiles.
• Pipeline Management: Document all activity, contacts, and pipeline progression in HubSpot; maintain accurate and up-to-date records throughout the engagement.
• Transition Planning: Deliver a structured 30/60/90-day report outlining leads generated, employers engaged, and conversion opportunities for the national team to inherit.
• Internal Coordination: Work alongside the National TSOL team to align employer messaging, graduate profiles, and available cohort timelines.

Target Industry Domains

Candidates will be considered for one of the following specialized tracks. Deep domain experience and a pre-existing employer network are required:

• Semiconductors & Electronics: Chip design and fabrication, semiconductor equipment, and electronics manufacturing supply chains

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of business development or sales experience in one of the target domain areas above, with a demonstrable book of contacts
• Proven track record of opening new accounts, not just managing existing relationships
• Comfort operating as a self-directed, entrepreneurial contributor with minimal hand-holding
• Strong discovery and consultative selling skills; ability to translate employer hiring challenges into partnership opportunities
• Familiarity with workforce development, staffing, or human capital solutions is a plus — but deep domain expertise takes precedence
• Comfort using HubSpot or similar CRM for pipeline tracking and reporting
• Commitment to Per Scholas’ mission of economic equity and tech access for underrepresented adults

What Makes This Role Different

This is not a traditional BD role. You will not manage a territory of existing accounts or inherit a warm book of business. You are being brought in specifically because Per Scholas does not yet have the employer relationships needed in your domain and you do.

Success here means generating qualified pipeline and employer commitments that the permanent TSOL team can convert and sustain beyond your contract. You are building the road, not just driving on it.

Contract Structure & Compensation

• Initial engagement: 180-day contract with defined deliverables (contingent on initial 90 day outputs)
• Hourly Rate: $35 – $45 per hour, commensurate with domain expertise and experience
• Potential for contract extension based on pipeline outcomes and organizational fit
• Multiple consultants may be engaged simultaneously across different domains and regions

Position Title: Data Engineer 
Location: Remote 

Reports To: EVP, IT

Position Summary

Per Scholas is seeking a Data Engineer to maintain and expand our enterprise data infrastructure. This role focuses on the technical execution of our data strategy, specifically managing the flow of data into our newly established Snowflake Data Lake. You will be the "bridge" that ensures data from various sources is accurately ingested, transformed, and ready for visualization in Tableau.

Core Responsibilities

1. Data Pipeline Management

• Set up and monitor automated data ingestion connectors using Fivetran.
• Troubleshoot sync errors and work with API providers to ensure continuous data flow.
• Write and optimize SQL transformations within Snowflake to prepare data for reporting.
• Familiarity or experience with OpenFlow data ingestion is nice-to-have

2. Data Lake Maintenance

• Maintain the structure of the Snowflake Data Lake (schemas, tables, and views) as defined in partnership with InterWorks.
• Perform regular data quality checks to ensure the "source of truth" remains accurate.
• Monitor warehouse performance and assist in managing Snowflake credit consumption.

3. Reporting & Visualization Support

• Build and maintain "Published Data Sources" in Tableau for use by various departments.
• Assist team members in building complex Tableau dashboards by providing the necessary back-end data structures.
• Translate business requests into technical requirements for new data pipelines.

4. Privacy & Compliance

• Execute data masking and access control policies to ensure compliance with Data Privacy frameworks.
• Assist in maintaining documentation for data lineage and the organizational data dictionary.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate technical requirements to non technical audiences
• A clear understanding of data modeling and best practices
• 2–4 years of professional experience in data engineering or a highly technical data analyst role.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Snowflake: Hands-on experience querying and managing tables within a Snowflake environment.
• Fivetran: Proficiency in setting up and managing SaaS connectors.
• Experience writing and implementing data transformations with dbt (Data Build Tool)
• Tableau: Experience in data modeling for Tableau (calculating fields, joining data sets, and optimizing for performance).
• Technical Skills: Strong SQL skills are mandatory. Experience with Python for basic scripting is preferred.
• Mission-Driven: A genuine interest in using technology to support Per Scholas’ mission of closing the opportunity gap.

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For this position, our target salary is $139,000, with a range of $129,000 to $139,000. The variation in compensation typically hinges on factors such as the candidate's geographic location and their qualifications and experience that align with the role.

DEPARTMENT: National Program

POSITION TITLE: Sr. Manager, Product Operations (contract)

REPORTS TO: VP, Product Strategy & Innovation

OFFICE: Remote

Travel: 25% 

DURATION: 6-Month Contract (40 hours per week)

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Per Scholas is seeking a Senior Manager, Product Operations (Contractor) to strengthen operational rigor and execution reliability across the Product Services department. This role establishes the operating systems that enable curriculum products to move from intake through planning, delivery, launch readiness, and performance reporting with consistency and accountability.

The Senior Manager, Product Operations (Contractor) owns portfolio execution operations during the engagement, including intake workflows, sprint and milestone cadences, dependency and risk management, launch readiness standards, documentation and decision-trail governance, and KPI (Key Performance Indicator) reporting infrastructure. The role partners closely with Product Management, Training Delivery, Revenue, and Research & Evaluation (R&E) to ensure shared visibility and disciplined follow-through.

This role does not own product strategy, curriculum direction, evaluation methodology or analysis, or direct people management. It enables operational excellence so Product Managers can focus on roadmap and content decisions and Learner Evaluations can focus on study design, analysis, and learning impact.

Final prioritization and tradeoff decisions sit with the VP, Strategy & Design. The contractor is expected to surface options, impacts, and recommendations to support timely decisions.

This engagement will transition ownership of the operating cadence, tooling governance, and reporting workflows to the full-time Senior Manager, Product Operations at the end of the contract term.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
Operating Rhythm, Planning, and Portfolio Execution
○ Lead the department’s operating cadence, including bi-weekly sprint planning, weekly execution reviews, monthly portfolio reviews, and quarterly planning support, with clear inputs, outputs, owners, and follow-through.
○ Convert portfolio priorities into executable plans, including milestones, critical paths, dependencies, and delivery checklists that support on-time, high-quality releases.
○ Maintain risk, dependency, and blocker logs; drive resolution by facilitating decision-making and escalating issues with clear options, impacts, and recommendations.
○ Provide capacity and resourcing visibility (load, throughput, constraints) in partnership with Product Management leadership to support transparent tradeoffs and protect delivery commitments.
○ Identify operational gaps and implement process improvements that reduce friction, improve cycle time, and increase delivery predictability across Product Services.

Intake, Workflow Systems, and Tooling Governance
○ Own end-to-end intake operations, including request capture, triage, routing, prioritization support, stakeholder communications, and status transparency.
○ Administer and continuously improve Product Services systems of record: Asana and Smartsheet for projects; Airtable for the product catalog. Establish clear rules for where work is tracked and reported.
○ Establish and maintain SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and templates for planning, execution, launches, reporting, and documentation, including version control and decision-trail requirements.
○ Own standardization, documentation, and lifecycle management of Product Services course collateral for internal and external use, ensuring materials are current, version-controlled, and easily retrievable.
○ Design and maintain lightweight automations that improve communication and status visibility across departments (e.g., intake acknowledgements, milestone alerts, dashboard refresh routines).

Launch Readiness and Change Control
○ Lead cross-functional launch readiness for new and refreshed products, ensuring readiness checklists, enablement needs, communications, and operational handoffs are complete prior to release.
○ Implement change control practices to document scope changes, decision rationale, and downstream impacts; ensure release notes and stakeholder communications are timely and consistent.
○ Ensure launch artifacts meet defined standards (runbooks, enablement materials, system readiness confirmations) before releases proceed.

KPI Operations, Reporting, and Accountability
○ Operationalize KPI measurement in partnership with Product and R&E by maintaining KPI definitions, data sources, owners, refresh cadences, and data quality checks.
○ Produce executive-ready reporting on a consistent cadence, including monthly performance packets and dashboard updates, with clear status, context, and action plans (owner and due date).
○ Monitor and report execution health signals (throughput, cycle time, backlog aging, milestone variance) and drive corrective actions when performance trends decline.

Team Collaboration and Innovation (10%):
○ Manage the operational execution of pilots and learning experiments, including timelines, instrumentation requirements, data capture readiness, and readout coordination.
○ Ensure evaluation work is operationally supported while R&E retains ownership of methodology, analysis, and findings.

ACCOUNTABILITY & SUCCESS MEASURES
○ A 30-day baseline assessment will establish current-state performance and improvement targets for the remainder of the engagement.
○ Intake responsiveness: consistent triage turnaround and stakeholder updates; clear queue health and aging visibility.
○ Portfolio hygiene: roadmap initiatives and work items consistently include owner, status, dates, dependencies, and risks.
○ Milestone predictability: improved on-time delivery with documented variance drivers and corrective actions.
○ Launch readiness compliance: launch checklists completed prior to release; handoffs executed consistently.
○ Reporting reliability: monthly packets and dashboards delivered on time with defined completeness and action registers.
○ Decision-log discipline: major scope and priority changes documented promptly with rationale and downstream impacts.
○ Tool adoption and data quality: consistent use of the system of record; reduced duplicate tracking and manual follow-ups.
○ Collateral and catalog integrity: active products have current, version-controlled collateral and accurate product records (status, owner, links to artifacts).
○ Automation impact: measurable reduction in manual follow-ups and coordination overhead through maintained workflow automations.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US
Required Skill Sets
● 6+ years of experience in product operations, program management, portfolio operations, or delivery operations in a cross-functional environment.
● Demonstrated success designing and running operating cadences, including dependency and risk management and executive-ready reporting.
● Strong fluency with work management and reporting tools, including Asana (or equivalent), Smartsheet (or equivalent), Airtable (or equivalent), Google Workspace, and dashboard workflows.
● Experience operationalizing performance measurement, including data definitions, refresh cadences, data quality checks, and recurring reporting routines.
● Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree is a plus.

Core Skill Sets
● Systems leadership: design repeatable workflows that scale across multiple products and stakeholders.
● Execution discipline: structure ambiguous work into plans, milestones, and measurable outputs.
● Stakeholder leadership: drive alignment, clarify decision rights, and secure closure on priorities and dependencies.
● Data rigor: maintain reliable operational metrics and translate performance signals into action.
● Communication excellence: produce concise, decision-ready updates and maintain clear documentation.

Preferred Skill Sets
● Experience implementing workflow governance and SOPs across complex stakeholder environments.
● Experience building lightweight automations that reduce manual coordination and improve visibility.
● Experience in nonprofit, workforce development, education, or adjacent mission-driven environments.

Professional Qualifications
● Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical industry experience.
● Excellent written communication and organizational skills with the ability to follow through on small details.
● Strong evaluation support and data management skills (operations, readiness, instrumentation), with analysis owned by R&E.

Personal Characteristics
● Results-oriented and pragmatic, with a bias toward clarity and follow-through.
● High ownership and initiative; identifies gaps, builds systems, and sustains operating rhythms.
● Comfortable operating across multiple teams and business lines, balancing urgency with disciplined process.

Compensation 

For this role specifically, we are targeting an hourly rate of $36.06 where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.

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Employment Type: Contract  
Duration: 3-6 months
Hourly Rate: $50-$60

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Per Scholas is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-oriented Instructional Design Assistant to serve as the right hand to our Director during the initial analysis and design phases of technical training. Above all else, we are looking for someone with a real world technical background. You should have a foundational understanding of the industrial world, perhaps as a former technician, maintenance assistant, or industrial consultant. You need to know your way around a factory floor and understand the basic systems that keep a facility running.

Because this role focuses on the first phases of the ADDIE process, you must have a solid grasp of instructional design principles. You will be responsible for taking raw technical data and organizing it into a logical plan for learning. Finally, you should be an AI-First thinker. You will use tools like Gemini to speed up mundane tasks so you can spend more time on the creative architecture of our curriculum. To succeed here, you must be business-minded within our mission focus and excel in supporting high level design that meets the expectations of our national advanced manufacturing partners.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Foundational Design and Analysis (60%):

• Initial Outlining: You will draft the first versions of lesson plans, learning objectives, and competency maps for the Director to review.
• Job Task Analysis (JTA): You will use AI and data from subject matter expert interviews to perform deep dive JTAs. This helps us identify the exact skills required for technician roles in the field.
• Content Synthesis: You will take complex technical info from experts and turn it into structured notes and high level storyboards for the development team.
• AI Workflow Integration: You will use Gemini, ChatGPT, and other LLMs to quickly draft content, summarize long technical manuals, and build initial lesson frameworks.

Instructional Logistics and Technical Support (30%):

• Classroom Procurement: You will research and build detailed shopping lists for technical labs. This includes finding specific PLC components, mechanical trainers, and specialized tools.
• Vendor Coordination: You will vet equipment providers to make sure our training sites are ready and that all hardware is technically compatible.
• Documentation Management: You will keep our design library organized in Google Workspace so that all templates, blueprints, and drafts are easy for the team to find.

Team Collaboration and Innovation (10%):

• Curriculum Development Hand-off: You will support the move from the design phase to the development phase by providing clear and organized outlines to the Curriculum Development Team via an approval process.
• Prompt Engineering: You will constantly look for ways to improve our library of AI prompts to make our curriculum design cycle faster and more accurate.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US

Instructional Design Skill Sets

• A strong understanding of the ADDIE process, Bloom’s Taxonomy, and how to write measurable learning objectives.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in instructional design, technical training, or a similar support role.
• The ability to take highly technical subject matter and make it understandable for a learner.
• Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform such as Zoom or an in-person training environment.
• Strong communication skills

Required Skill Sets

• Industrial Literacy: A baseline understanding of industrial environments. You should be familiar with the roles of technicians, electromechanics, or industrial coordinators.
• AI Proficiency: High proficiency in using Gemini and other large language models for research, drafting, and data synthesis.
• Google Workspace: Expert level use of Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides for organization and presentation.

Preferred Skill Sets

• Technical Certifications: SACA Industry 4.0 Associate, OSHA 10 or 30, or similar foundational industrial maintenance certifications.
• Design Certifications: Google or Coursera Instructional Design Certificate, ATD Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD), or similar.

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical industry experience.
• Excellent written communication and organizational skills with the ability to follow through on small details.
• Strong evaluation and data management skills.

Personal Characteristics

• You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.
• You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.
• You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.
• You are a life-long learner.
• You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills. 
• You are tech-savvy and learn new tools quickly. 
• You are detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational management skills.
• You are adept at managing your time and balancing multiple projects and tasks.
• You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions and that talent should be recognized and recruited from diverse sources.

Compensation 

For this role specifically, we are targeting a hourly rate range of $50 - $60/ HR  where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.

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Position Title: IT Support Technical Instructor - (A+) 

Location: Atlanta, Baltimore, Bronx, Brooklynn, Boston, Charlette, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, NCR, Newark, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Seattle, St Louis preferred 

Per Scholas seeks a dynamic, team-oriented Technical Instructor to ensure Per Scholas’ adult students are equipped with the necessary skills for success in entry and mid-level tech careers. The Technical Instructor will deliver Per Scholas’ structured and approved curriculum in full-time technical training.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Per Scholas is seeking a multi-talented Instructor and Technology professional to deliver high-quality instruction to a diverse student population who are seeking to acquire skills and credentials that will prepare them for career opportunities in technology. Technical training competencies include, but are not limited to: hardware, software, networking, security, server, mobility, virtualization, and project management.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Deliver classroom training in a highly interactive style to prepare adult students for entry-level to mid-level careers in Information Technology
• Provide daily instruction, assessment administration, attendance, one-on-one tutoring, evaluation, and monitoring of individual student progress
• Manage student behavior, monitor and enforce student class attendance, dress code, and other program policies in a consistent manner as a partner with your peers in the professional development of all adult learners
• Work in collaboration with the Senior Director, Program Development and Design to identify and continually evaluate and evolve the curriculum as new technologies become available 
• Work closely with the Program team to identify student needs, provide the necessary support, establish individualized plans for student achievement, and participate in regular student status meetings
• Maintain and update Salesforce and Canvas with student grades, certifications, scores, and progress notes
• Provide students with insight into career tracks within the field and advise on career opportunities and types of positions that would be commensurate with their skills and credentials
• Work with Business Solutions to recommend students for particular employment opportunities
• Create, submit and maintain training curricula for approval and files
• Work closely with staff in other sites to ensure the integrity of implementing the model
• Order books, materials, vouchers for exams in advance of training
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, employer visits, and professional events as applicable
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school and state
• Participate in appropriate professional activities and development

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Professional Qualifications

Required Experience

• At least 1 year of teaching experience
• At least 1 year of IT Work experience
• Experience with curriculum, syllabus development and lesson planning a plus
• Experience with methods and strategies to explain and clarify complex topics to students with diverse experiences and educational backgrounds
• Ability to connect real-life work scenarios to the teaching environment
• Ability to help students apply professional skills to their delivery and participation in the classroom
• Experience with student assessment; and talent to continuously evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum Ability to analyze and synthesize technical information
• Exceptional capacity to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to continuous changes in curriculum to stay current in the industry

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
• 3 years + IT work experience
• Experience teaching technical courses
• Experience teaching remotely 
• Experience in workforce development 
• Technical Qualifications

Required

• Current A+ certification (Current Edition 1001-1002 Series)
• Google IT Support Professional Certificate
• Network+ Certification (Current edition N10-007)
• Experience implementing network technologies in business environments with a focus on the deployment of TCP/IP suite protocols
• Advanced knowledge of Windows, Apple, and Linux Operating Systems; this includes both end-user and server versions
• Thorough understanding of security concepts, models, and standards; experience with implementation in business environments
• Qualified candidates must be able to comfortably and frequently lift 50lbs

Preferred

• Linux production experience
• Knowledge of cloud services technologies i.e. AWS, Azure, OpenStack
• Additional Industry certifications are a plus 

Personal Characteristics

• You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission
• You are data-driven, result-oriented and a forward-looking catalyst for social change
• You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently
• You have a passion for teaching others and being part of a culture of continuous improvement
• You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills
• You are strong at managing your time and you can balance multiple projects and tasks
• You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions, and that talent should be recognized and recruited from many diverse sources

For this role specifically, we are targeting a  range between $60,000/year and $65,000/year, where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.

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Department:  Instructor Development & Quality Assurance (IDQA)

Position:                 Director, IT Technology Instructor Development 

Reports to:              Sr. Director,  Instructor Academy

Location:                National, with occasional travel to on-premises training locations

Summary 

The Director, IT Technology Instructor Development serves as a department lead within the IT Technology division of the IDQA team, responsible for overseeing the training, development, and quality assurance of instructional staff across all IT Technology courses. This role directly manages a Manager of Instructional Development & Delivery, ensuring effective onboarding, training delivery, and performance improvement initiatives for instructional staff.

The Director drives improvements in instructor performance through data-informed strategies, targeted interventions, and professional development programs. They ensure instructional staff are proficient in teaching methodologies, technical tools, and learner engagement strategies while maintaining alignment with organizational quality standards and programmatic goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership and Team Management

• Directly manage and mentor a Manager of Instructional Development & Delivery, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to ensure their effectiveness in training instructional staff.
• Establish a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the IT Technology instructional team.
• Define team goals, monitor progress, and evaluate the performance of Managers of Instructional Training to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Instructor Development and Training

• Oversee the execution of training programs led by Managers of Instructional Training, ensuring alignment with best practices and organizational goals.
• Facilitate advanced training sessions for instructional staff, focusing on hands-on engagement strategies, technical competency, professional skills and effective instructional delivery.
• Conduct classroom observations (in-person and remote) to assess instructional effectiveness, curriculum alignment, and adherence to quality standards, providing actionable feedback.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive guides, toolkits, and resources to support instructional staff in leveraging technical tools, labs, and hands-on learning strategies.
• Collaborate with curriculum developers to ensure the integration of technical exercises and hands-on equipment use into instructional content.
• Assess and validate the technical and instructional readiness of instructional staff, ensuring proficiency across IT disciplines such as IT Support, Cybersecurity, and related fields.

Operational Oversight and Compliance

• Monitor and analyze instructor KPIs, including certification success rates, learner engagement, and graduation outcomes, and implement targeted interventions to address performance gaps.
• Ensure instructional documentation, resources, and guides are accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Deliver Universal Basic Training (UBT) sessions to ensure new instructional staff are fully prepared for success, with a focus on technical and instructional readiness.

Collaboration and Alignment

• Collaborate with the Product Development team, site leaders, and the Educational Technology team to align training initiatives with programmatic goals and learner outcomes.
• Work with organizational stakeholders to identify systemic challenges, propose scalable solutions, and drive improvements in instructional success.
• Foster strong cross-departmental communication to ensure consistency in instructional strategies and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of experience in IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field required.
• 8+ years of experience in instructor development, technical training, or educational leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in managing teams, including direct supervision of mid-level managers.
• Demonstrated success in implementing strategies to improve instructional performance and learner outcomes.

Skills:

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Strong technical proficiency in IT tools, labs, and learning technologies.
• Ability to analyze performance metrics and develop data-informed strategies to drive improvements.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing large-scale training programs and operational workflows.

Required Professional Qualifications

• CompTIA A+ 1200 series
• CompTIA Security+

Preferred (Not Required) Qualifications

Industrial & Critical Infrastructure Exposure

• Industrial literacy, including a baseline understanding of industrial environments and familiarity with the roles of technicians, electromechanics, or industrial coordinators.
• Experience working in or supporting critical facilities, industrial systems, or lab-based technical environments.

AI & Technical Fluency

• AI proficiency, including effective use of large language models (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT) for research, synthesis, drafting, and workflow acceleration.

Industrial & Safety Certifications

• Foundational industrial or safety certifications such as:
• SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance) – Certified Industry 4.0 Associate (C-101 through C-104: Basic/Advanced Operations, Robotics, IIoT)
• SACA Certified Industry 4.0 Specialist (Automation Systems, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, or Instrumentation)
• SMRP (Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals) – Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT)
• NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) – Industrial Maintenance credentials (Electrical Systems, Basic Mechanical, or Hydraulics)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (General Industry) or NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety)

Candidates may demonstrate equivalent hands-on experience in lieu of formal certifications.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• You are execution-oriented and comfortable operating in ambiguity during fast-moving launches.
• You bring a calm, confident coaching presence in high-stakes instructional environments.
• You are detail-oriented and proactive about identifying and mitigating instructional risk.
• You believe in Per Scholas’s mission and are motivated by expanding access to high-quality technical training and career pathways.
  
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  For this position, our target salary is $85,000, with a range of $75,000 to $85,000. The variation in compensation typically hinges on factors such as the candidate's geographic location and their qualifications and experience that align with the role.

The Manager, Instructor Development & Delivery serves as a vital member of the IDQA team, driving the professional development of instructional staff and ensuring the delivery of exceptional technical training across Per Scholas' programs. With a primary focus on IT and Cybersecurity, this role bridges instructor development and classroom delivery, playing a key part in building instructional capacity and fostering a culture of excellence. This individual will support the design and implement instructor development plans, provide mentorship, and lead workshops to enhance instructional delivery and outcomes. They also act as an on-prem classroom substitute, ensuring uninterrupted learner progress when instructional coverage is required.

With up to 50% travel to conduct on-premises training and provide hands-on support, the Manager, Instructor Development & Delivery is instrumental in strengthening on-site instructional delivery. They also extend guidance to remote instructors as needed, aligning all instructional practices with Per Scholas' standards. The ultimate goal of this role is to elevate instructor performance, certification success, and learner graduation rates.

Key Responsibilities

1. Instructor Development & Delivery
• Travel to various locations (up to 50% of the time) to provide on-premises training and instructor support.
• Serve as a backup instructor for on-prem delivery, covering classes as needed to ensure continuity of learning.
• Support the creation and implement tailored development plans to address individual instructor needs.
• Deliver instructor training workshops, focusing on technical and instructional competencies.
• Develop lesson plans and training materials to enhance instructional delivery.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to instructors to ensure alignment with Per Scholas' instructional standards.
• Conduct regular instructor observations to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the rest of the IDQA team to align instructor training with organizational goals and policies.
• Support the implementation of new instructional strategies to improve certification, graduation rates and workplace readiness.
• Provide actionable, constructive feedback to promote continuous instructor growth and success
• Support remote instructional efforts as required, ensuring alignment with the primary on-premises focus.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certifications in IT or Cybersecurity fields (e.g., A+, CySA+, AWS, etc.).
• Proven experience as a technical instructor in IT or Cybersecurity, with a strong track record of success.
• Prior experience managing or mentoring instructional staff, with demonstrated ability to foster professional growth.
• Excellent lesson plan creation, workshop facilitation, and training delivery skills.
• Strong understanding of on-prem instructional and assessment strategies to drive learner success.
• Ability to adapt to on-premises and remote instructional environments.
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 50%).

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Per Scholas' instructional methodologies and learner-focused approach.
• Proficiency in using data to inform training and instructional strategies.
• Proficiency in tools such as Google Workspace, Salesforce, and Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas).

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary of $70,000/year, with a range between $65,000/year and $70,000/year, where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.

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POSITION TITLE: Technical Curriculum Developer (Advanced Manufacturing)

LOCATION:  Remote

REPORTS TO: VP, Product Development & Operations

HIRE DATE: TBD

TIME ZONE: EST

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a technically-minded Technical Curriculum Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of scalable training solutions for skilled trades in Advanced Manufacturing, and beyond.

This role is for a "technical translator"; someone who possesses the rare ability to deconstruct complex engineering systems and rebuild them into structured, high-quality learning modules. You should have a strong foundation in the Electrical, Instrumentation, and PLC/Controls world, while remaining equally comfortable with Industrial Mechanical systems. You are not just a writer; you are a builder who understands how machines and facilities operate and how to teach others to operate and maintain them.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

1. Content Design & Development (70%)

• Module Creation: Build interactive digital learning modules using Articulate 360 (Storyline/Rise) and Google Workspace that are fully integrated into the Canvas LMS.
• Technical Documentation: Develop comprehensive instructor manuals, detailed lesson plans, facilitation guides, and learner workbooks that provide clear, step-by-step instructions for complex technical tasks using Google Workspace Apps.
• Visual & Multimedia Aids: Create technical diagrams, multimedia learning aids (videos, animations), and interactive demonstrations for complex systems to help learners visualize "unseen" processes like electricity and fluid flow.
• Hands-on Lab Design: Design practical laboratory exercises, diagnostic tests, and performance-based assessments for electrical and mechanical systems, complete with rigorous safety documentation.
• Curriculum Architecture: Assist in translating technical competencies into modular, progressive skill-building sequences, moving from foundational theory to advanced industrial troubleshooting.
• Curriculum Maintenance & Feedback (20%)

• Continuous Improvement: Proactively synthesize feedback from learners, instructors, and field SMEs to identify pain points and drive rapid curriculum iteration.
• Content Lifecycle Management: Manage the update cycle for existing modules: adding, updating, or removing content based on changing industry standards and market signals.
• Governance & Version Control: Maintain meticulous version control and technical documentation for all training materials to ensure site-to-site consistency across national programs.

1. Program Support & Collaboration (10%)

• Instructor Enablement: Develop robust instructor onboarding materials and resource libraries, including technical reference sheets and troubleshooting guides for trainers.
• Cross-Functional Support: Assist with the creation of program descriptions and technical marketing materials for recruitment and external partnership engagement.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US

Technical and Industrial Expertise

• 1-3 years of technical instructional design experience.
• 1-3 years of working in or with electrical or electromechanical roles in industrial environments.
• Strong technical background; able to grasp and convey highly technical subject matter
• Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform such as Zoom or an in-person training environment.
• Strong communication skills

Required Skill Sets

Technical & Industrial Expertise

• Electrical & Controls (Priority): A demonstrable understanding of Electrical systems, Instrumentation, and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) logic and troubleshooting.
• Integrated Mechanical Systems: Hands-on experience or deep technical familiarity with:
  • Climate & Thermal Management: Industrial HVAC, Chillers, and Cooling Towers.
  • Fluid & Hydronic Systems: Pumping systems (VFD-controlled), heat exchangers, hydronic piping loops, and water treatment/filtration systems.
  • Material Handling: Industrial conveyor systems, sorters, and motor-driven rollers.
  • Facility Infrastructure: Diesel generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and basic pneumatic/hydraulic controls.
• Sector Experience: 1-3 years of experience working in or consulting for Advanced Manufacturing environments with skilled tradespersons.

Instructional Design & Professional Skills

• Design Expertise: 1–3 years of experience in instructional design or technical training content creation.
• Software Stack Proficiency: Associate-level use of Articulate 360 and Canvas LMS. High proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Communication: Exceptional written communication skills with a proven ability to simplify expert-level technical jargon into teachable, structured content.
• Safety Mindset: A solid understanding of industrial safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, NFPA 70E).

Preferred Skill Sets

• Professional certifications in maintenance-related disciplines (e.g., Electrical, HVAC, or Industrial Safety).
• Experience with virtual labs, AR/VR simulations, or SCORM/xAPI content development.
• Familiarity with competency-based education (CBE) and national credentialing frameworks.

Professional Qualifications

• Industrial Certs:
  • SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance): Certified Industry 4.0 Associate (C-101 through C-104: Basic/Advanced Operations, Robotics, and IIoT).
  • Certified Industry 4.0 Specialist (Automation Systems, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, or Instrumentation).
  • SMRP (Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals): Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT).
  • NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills): Industrial Maintenance modules in Electrical Systems, Basic Mechanical, or Hydraulics.
  • OSHA 10 or 30 (General Industry) or NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace).
  • Or similar.
• Instructional Design/eLearning Certs:
  • ATD (Association for Talent Development): Instructional Design Certificate or E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate.
  • University-Based ID Certificates: (e.g., Oregon State, University of Wisconsin, or University of Miami) which focus on "E-Learning Instructional Design and Development.”
  • Articulate 360 Training/Certificates: Specialized training in Articulate Storyline 360 and Rise 360 (e.g., through Devlin Peck or Yukon Learning).
  • Canvas Certified Educator: Specifically the Course Design pathway for the Canvas LMS.
  • Or similar.

Personal Characteristics

• You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.
• You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.
• You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.
• You are a life-long learner.
• You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
• You are tech-savvy and learn new tools quickly.
• You are detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational management skills.
• You are adept at managing your time and balancing multiple projects and tasks.
• You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions and that talent should be recognized and recruited from diverse sources.

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(with 5-10% travel for site research and shadowing)

Compensation- 

$60-$65 per hour - Contract