Program Director

Company: Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

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Healthy Homes Coalition's vision is for all children to grow up in healthy homes free of environmental hazards, accomplished through policy and advocacy, outreach and education, direct services, and continuous collaboration.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Program Director
STATUS: Full-time, Salaried
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Program Director is responsible for overseeing the implementation of programs as detailed in funding proposals and contracts. Responsibilities include supporting the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of all Healthy Homes Coalition service programs, including: The Ready by Five Program, the Lead Hazard Control Program, the Priority Health Asthma Housing Intervention Program, and the Participatory Budgeting Grand Rapids Program.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Manage program budgets and prepare and submit program reports.
  
• Oversee the collection and implementation of program data.
  
• Support the successful completion of performance metrics as set forth in program contracts.
  
• Assist with grant writing and reporting as requested.
  
• Maintain accurate records in Salesforce and supporting paper files.
  
• Review regular and routine reports to assist with managing production.
  
• Assist with the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of programs.
  
• Provide routine supervision of program data.
  
• Manage and report on program data.
  
• Provide leadership for those assisting with direct services, with special attention to home visiting program partners.
  
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities related to programming, including program and budget efficiency and effectiveness.
  
• Facilitate the development and revision of program materials to promote continuous quality improvement.
  
• Raise awareness of and advocate for healthier housing for children by sharing stories from the field.
  
• Promote healthier housing for children when networking with other professionals.
  
• Support opportunities to advocate and advance equity in the space of social and environmental justice.
  
• Encourage parent engagement in advocacy.
  
• Serve as spokesperson for the organization at public and/or media events as requested.
  
• Participate in resource development activities as requested.
  
• Participate in all required training and achieve learning objectives in a timely manner.
  
• Know boundaries of legal knowledge when consulting with families on their rights and responsibilities.
  
  ROLE EXPECTATIONS:
  
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  • Must be comfortable speaking in front of others to further advance the organization's mission.
    
  • Content knowledge of children's environmental health that is up to date with the latest scientific evidence.
    
  • Working knowledge of housing programs and policies and how local, state, and regional systems work.
    
  • Cross-cultural competency to effectively engage with people from various cultures.
    
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other organizations and contractors.
    
  • Deliver training to other professionals in a manner that supports their competency and skill development.
    
  • The work schedule is generally between 8:30am-5:30pm, Monday - Thursday, and 8:30am-12:30pm Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours required.
    
    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    
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    • Minimum of Associates of Arts or Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
      
    • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a professional work environment requiring project leadership and team collaboration.
      
    • Successful track record of program management.
      
    • Ability to work remotely and/or with minimal supervision while being accountable to organizational leadership and the team.
      
    • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with other organizations and contractors.
      
    • Ability to deliver training to other professionals.
      
    • Ability to manage and interpret incoming data.
      
    • Ability to meet program objectives and deadlines.
      
    • Ability to manage complex, multifaceted projects.
      
    • Ability to adapt and execute changes as needed and communicate those changes with all stakeholders.
      
    • Must be culturally competent and committed to equity and justice.
      
    • Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
      
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
      
    • Excellent leadership skills.
      
    • Working knowledge of customer relationship management (CRM) programs.
      
    • Solution-based problem-solving skills.
      
    • Dedication to continuous professional growth.
      
    • Strong work ethics and integrity.
      
    • Efficient time-management skills.
      
    • Experience in the non-profit sector preferred.
      
      DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (optional):
      
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      • Bachelor's degree in health, social services, sciences, public administration, or similar degree.
        
      • Program or project development and/or management experience.
        
      • Spanish-speaking.
        
      • Grant writing experience.
        
        PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
        
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        • Ability to bend over and lift up to 25 lbs.
          
        • Ability to sit for prolonged periods, using a keyboard and phone.
          
        • Ability to communicate clearly by phone and verbal presentation.
          
          BENEFITS:
          
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          • Holiday pay.
            
          • Paid time off.
            
          • Dental insurance.
            
          • Health insurance.
            
          • 403b retirement plan with 10% employer match.
            
            Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan values diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building a diverse staff. We strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the communities we serve. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
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