Managing Director

POSITION TITLE:  Managing Director, National Capital Region

LOCATION: National Capital Region (Must live in D.C., Montgomery County/Prince George’s County, MD, or Northern VA). On-site campus labs in Silver Spring, MD with plans for additional on-site labs in D.C. and NoVA.

REPORTS TO:  Executive Director, National Capital Region 

The Managing Director (MD), National Capital Region (NCR) is the senior on-site leader responsible for the day-to-day management, performance, and strategic implementation of Per Scholas’ tech training programs at a local campus. The MD oversees all internal operations including program execution, learner outcomes, staff development, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure a high-quality experience for learners and alignment with organizational goals.

While the role is primarily focused on program operations (70%), the MD also serves as a key external representative in the region (30%), building employer relationships and supporting broader awareness of Per Scholas in collaboration with the Executive Director and national teams.

• Lead the execution of Per Scholas’ training programs, ensuring high-quality delivery, learner success, and alignment with national standards.
• Manage and coach a cross-functional local team including instructional staff, learner support teams, and operational support.
• Oversee campus-level metrics including enrollment, graduation, job attainment, attendance, and learner satisfaction.
• Use tools like Salesforce and internal dashboards to monitor program performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Implement new training initiatives in response to learner needs and market demand in collaboration with the national Training and Talent Solutions teams.
• Ensure all operations comply with local policies and national guidelines around safety, inclusion, and learner experience.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., finance, operations, communications, training) to maintain smooth day-to-day operations and program support.
• Manage campus scheduling, resource allocation, and learner lifecycle coordination.
  

• Represent the campus at employer meetings, community events, and local forums in collaboration with the Executive Director.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local employers and workforce organizations to support job attainment and learner career readiness (in partnership with the National Talent Solutions team).
• Support the Executive Director with site tours, advisory board engagement, and campus visibility efforts.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to facilitate engagement opportunities for local partners, alumni, and volunteers who support learners on campus.

• 7+ years of experience leading teams and managing program operations in nonprofit, education, or workforce development settings.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, coach staff, and drive results in a metrics-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of learner-centered program design, job readiness, and workforce development trends.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Comfortable representing the organization externally and building relationships with community and employer stakeholders.
• Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and learner success.
  

• Program & People Management
• Learner Experience & Success Orientation
• Operational Excellence
• Team Leadership & Coaching
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Community Engagement & Employer Relations
• Data-Informed Decision Making
  

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For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary range between $145,000/year and $155,000/year. The difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including the geography in which the selected candidate resides and alignment with qualifications and experience.