Per Scholas
Managing Director National Capital Region (NCR) Team
Per Scholas, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States, 20993
Managing Director
About Per Scholas: For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Managing Director (MD)
National Capital Region
Location:
Hybrid (4 days week onsite/ 1 remote), Silver Spring, MD (3 days)/ D.C. coworking space (1 day) Position Summary:
The Managing Director (MD) will lead a large-scale Per Scholas campus or regional hub serving approximately 1,000 learners annually. This position focuses on driving high-level strategy, fundraising, and establishing large-scale employer partnerships. The MD will be responsible for raising $10 - $10.5 million by 2030, focusing on national and regional fundraising initiatives. They will work closely with senior leadership to develop and execute comprehensive local strategies while maintaining alignment with Per Scholas' national goals. The MD will also be accountable for ensuring the delivery of high-quality tech training and fostering community engagement, leading efforts that will position the campus as a leader in workforce development for underserved learners. Key Responsibilities: Fundraising & Business Development (80%) Develop and lead Per Scholas local fundraising strategy in partnership with the Regional Senior Vice President. Lead fundraising initiatives to secure $10 - $10.5 million fundraising target by 2030. Identify and secure new funder relationships through a diverse range of fundraising activities. Develop and manage, and lead the local campus budget. Partner with the National Development team to generate grant requests and reports. Develop and lead Per Scholas local employer outreach strategy. Manage an employer-facing team to identify, cultivate, and secure new employer relationships. Secure a pipeline of employer partners in the local community. Serve on the Talent for Tomorrow Coalition's executive committee. Expand and partner with a local advisory board. Represent Per Scholas at regional meetings, conferences, panels, and media opportunities. Team & Program Leadership (20%) Develop, lead, and implement Per Scholas local annual operating plan. Serve as Per Scholas local primary liaison. Lead and develop a talented team of local staff. Follow local and national trends. Ensure that all training goals are met. Manage and inform the annual operating budget. Ensure high-quality delivery of tech training. Implement new training initiatives. Requirements: 10+ years of experience leading large teams and managing complex, multi-campus operations. Proven ability to secure major national partnerships and manage large-scale fundraising campaigns. Expertise in strategic growth, program expansion, and high-level operational management. Strong leadership and vision in workforce development or related nonprofit sectors. For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary range of $135,000 - $145,000 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. #LI-Hybrid Questions? If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at
jobs@perscholas.org . We look forward to viewing your application! Equal Employment Opportunity We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. PII Policies Non-Discrimination Policy
About Per Scholas: For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Managing Director (MD)
National Capital Region
Location:
Hybrid (4 days week onsite/ 1 remote), Silver Spring, MD (3 days)/ D.C. coworking space (1 day) Position Summary:
The Managing Director (MD) will lead a large-scale Per Scholas campus or regional hub serving approximately 1,000 learners annually. This position focuses on driving high-level strategy, fundraising, and establishing large-scale employer partnerships. The MD will be responsible for raising $10 - $10.5 million by 2030, focusing on national and regional fundraising initiatives. They will work closely with senior leadership to develop and execute comprehensive local strategies while maintaining alignment with Per Scholas' national goals. The MD will also be accountable for ensuring the delivery of high-quality tech training and fostering community engagement, leading efforts that will position the campus as a leader in workforce development for underserved learners. Key Responsibilities: Fundraising & Business Development (80%) Develop and lead Per Scholas local fundraising strategy in partnership with the Regional Senior Vice President. Lead fundraising initiatives to secure $10 - $10.5 million fundraising target by 2030. Identify and secure new funder relationships through a diverse range of fundraising activities. Develop and manage, and lead the local campus budget. Partner with the National Development team to generate grant requests and reports. Develop and lead Per Scholas local employer outreach strategy. Manage an employer-facing team to identify, cultivate, and secure new employer relationships. Secure a pipeline of employer partners in the local community. Serve on the Talent for Tomorrow Coalition's executive committee. Expand and partner with a local advisory board. Represent Per Scholas at regional meetings, conferences, panels, and media opportunities. Team & Program Leadership (20%) Develop, lead, and implement Per Scholas local annual operating plan. Serve as Per Scholas local primary liaison. Lead and develop a talented team of local staff. Follow local and national trends. Ensure that all training goals are met. Manage and inform the annual operating budget. Ensure high-quality delivery of tech training. Implement new training initiatives. Requirements: 10+ years of experience leading large teams and managing complex, multi-campus operations. Proven ability to secure major national partnerships and manage large-scale fundraising campaigns. Expertise in strategic growth, program expansion, and high-level operational management. Strong leadership and vision in workforce development or related nonprofit sectors. For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary range of $135,000 - $145,000 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. #LI-Hybrid Questions? If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at
jobs@perscholas.org . We look forward to viewing your application! Equal Employment Opportunity We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. PII Policies Non-Discrimination Policy