Code.org is based in Seattle, but many of our team members are remote; remote candidates are welcome and encouraged to apply!

COMPANY PROFILE

Code.org® is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to computer science in schools and increasing participation by young women and students from other underrepresented groups. Our vision is that every student in every school has the opportunity to learn computer science as part of their core K-12 education. The leading provider of K-12 computer science curriculum in the largest school districts in the United States, Code.org also created the annual Hour of Code campaign, which has engaged more than 15% of all students in the world.

JOB SUMMARY

At Code.org, our vision is that every student in every school has the opportunity to learn computer science. To support that vision, our Education Programs team builds deep partnerships, professional learning programs, curricula, and resources to enable schools to implement high quality, equitable K-12 computer science pathways. As part of our Program Development and Operations Team (PDOT), the Ed Programs Knowledge Manager will work in collaboration with our internal teams and our network of partners in support of expanding access to computer science in schools and increasing participation by young women and students from underrepresented groups. 

As Education Programs Knowledge Manager, your primary responsibility is the systematic management and development of our education programs’ knowledge assets with the purpose of strengthening both tactical and strategic efforts. You will focus on the systems, processes, and strategies that improve storage, assessment, sharing and refinement of program knowledge, such as education program data, shared documents and information, and standardized tools to inform the ongoing development and execution of our national education programs. Since this work will involve multiple teams throughout the organization, you will also develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with our colleagues and external stakeholders to ensure successful execution of projects that contribute to our long-term strategy and goals.

In this role, you will: 

• Develop and implement standardized information management strategies for organizing, locating, and enabling access to information, files, documents, resources, data, and knowledge across teams.

• Work with team members to learn what features would be helpful to their ongoing projects and then selecting and implementing a standard set of tools (e.g. project management software, apps, automations) for more effective and efficient tracking and collaboration on projects.

• Lead the design of and thinking behind sets of shared tools such as data dashboards, interactive databases, and visualizations for use in making data-driven decisions and informing ideas and questions around our national education programs. 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

As our ideal candidate, you have a strong drive to make systems and processes more efficient and streamlined, and you believe that shared knowledge and effective use of data can amplify and strengthen successful teams. You thrive in a dynamic fast-paced environment with teammates who are located remotely throughout the country. You also have a passion for creating opportunities for students and value our mission to expand access to computer science in schools and increasing participation by young women and students from other underrepresented groups.

Additionally, you should have:

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in knowledge management, or program/project management experience developing and executing process-based and/or technical solutions

• Proven ability to transform the ideas of colleagues into appropriate solutions for the team

Proven ability to work on cross-functional teams and collaborate with colleagues in both business and technical roles

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Excellent communications skills with both technical and non-technical audiences to fully understand the experiences of our students, teachers, facilitators, and regional partners resulting in significantly deeper learning and impact.

• Experience using and understanding of ways to leverage data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau) to inform decisions

• Ability to balance multiple priorities

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time 

Preferred:

• Certification or expertise in Knowledge Management, Information Management, Education Evaluation, Project Management, Non-Profit Administration, or a similar discipline

• Prior experience with knowledge and data within education programs or creating/conducting education evaluations

• Knowledge of data and organizational systems in K-12 education, and experience working with teachers, schools, or school leaders

WHAT IS THE INTERVIEW PROCESS LIKE?

Step 1: Informational Interview with Dave Frye, Director of Program Development and Operations to learn more about the role and share your experience (30-minutes)

Step 2: Homework (~3 hours)

Step 3: Interviews with several members of the Education Program team (~5 hours)

Step 4: Final Interview with Jackie Smalls, CPO + Meet & Greet with 2-3 members of the Code.org team (~1.5 hours)

Step 5: Reference checks 

BENEFITS PACKAGE

We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Salary (DOE)

• Technology subsidy consistent with our Bring Your Own Device environment 

• Flexible, engaging working environment

• Paid time off: 3 weeks vacation annually, sick leave, and 'winter break' office closure the two weeks that include Christmas and New Years

• Medical, dental and vision premiums paid at 100% for FT positions and their dependents

• Option to participate in 403b retirement plan

• Annual professional development stipend 

• The opportunity to help students learn better and change the face of computer science

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.