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Bilingual Program Manager, Apprenticeship Experience (STEP)

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Overview

Job Description Champions Do More As one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brands in the industry, Crash Champions is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator (MSO) of high-quality collision repair service in the U.S. The company also operates Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand of highline and luxury EV repair centers, serving customers at more than 650 locations in 38 states. Crash Champions was founded in 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winner Matt Ebert. Our vision is anchored by the belief that delivering superior collision repair service is about People First. Welcome to Crash Champions. We Champion People.

Responsibilities

Program Ownership & Execution Oversee the full lifecycle of apprentices from hire through certification

Manage and continuously refine onboarding, mentor matching, apprentice engagement, and milestone tracking

Develop standardized touchpoints (e.g., welcome calls, weekly check-ins, 30/60/90-day reviews)

Data Management & Continuous Improvement Own the data tracking process for the STEP program; ensure accuracy and consistency across all sites

Build and maintain dashboards and report cards to visualize apprentice performance, mentor feedback, and program KPIs

Use data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for program optimization

Relationship Building & Field Support Partner with shop leaders, mentors, and Training/Development (TraDet) to ensure apprentices receive structured support

Facilitate mentor selection and provide tools/templates for effective mentoring

Lead structured apprentice feedback sessions and pulse surveys

Communication & Enablement Bi-lingual Spanish/English with professional working proficiency

Able to conduct interviews, onboarding, and coaching conversations in Spanish

Provide real-time interpretation during meetings/calls and translate brief materials

Act as a central point of contact for all STEP-related program activity post hire

Develop and distribute program guides, checklists, and resource materials to ensure consistency across sites

Prepare and present regular updates on program outcomes, challenges, and next steps to leadership

Qualifications

3+ years of program or project management experience, preferably in training, operations, or talent development

Strong understanding of data reporting tools (Excel, Smartsheet, Power BI, etc.)

Demonstrated ability to drive initiatives across multiple stakeholders and departments

Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills

Experience in the collision repair industry or with technical/vocational programs is a plus

Skills

Operational mindset with attention to process and outcomes

Ability to simplify complex programs into scalable workflows

Comfort with ambiguity and change in a fast-paced environment

Experience with apprentice or mentorship programs

Passion for developing others and making a long-term impact on the workforce

Why this role matters Our STEP Apprenticeship Program is the future of our workforce—and this role is the glue that holds it together. You\'ll shape the experience, track the outcomes, and make sure every apprentice has a clear path to success, while supporting the mentors and leaders that help them get there.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. You may be asked to perform other duties as needed. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.

Equal Opportunity Crash Champions is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, protected veterans\' status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with match

Referral Bonus (Cash From Crash)

5 Paid Holidays

We are committed to providing competitive compensation for this role. The actual offer will be based on factors including job knowledge, skills, experience, relevant certifications and qualifications.

Job details: Posted Date 3 weeks ago (8/26/2025 2:11 PM); Job ID 2025-15358; Location: 601 Oakmont Lane, Westmont, IL 60559; Salary range: USD $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year.

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