Community Education Manager

COMMUNITY EDUCATION MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

About No More Empty Pots

No More Empty Pots (NMEP) is a grassroots non-profit corporation that connects individuals and groups to improve self-sufficiency, regional food security and economic resilience of urban and rural communities through advocacy and action. No More Empty Pots’ mission is to leverage the food system so that people, the environment, and the economy thrive.

NMEP Core Values

• Dedicated

• People-Centered & Trustworthy

• Solution Focused

• Arable-Adaptable

• Forward Thinking

• Innovative

Position Purpose

The Community Education Manager provides strategic leadership for the organization's community education initiatives by designing and delivering high-quality educational experiences that empower individuals, strengthen communities, and advance the organization's mission. This role leads community outreach, educational programming, curriculum development, strategic partnerships, and team performance while ensuring programs are impactful, financially responsible, and responsive to community needs.

Areas of Accountability

Community Education Strategy & Program Leadership

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of community education programs, workshops, and outreach initiatives that align with organizational priorities and deliver measurable outcomes.

Curriculum & Learning Experience

Oversee the design and delivery of engaging educational experiences that incorporate evidence-based teaching practices, respond to community needs, and create meaningful learning opportunities for participants of all ages and backgrounds.

Community Partnerships & Outreach

Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with schools, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, businesses, and community partners to expand educational opportunities, strengthen community engagement, and increase program impact.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

Lead, coach, and develop the Community Education team by establishing clear expectations, fostering accountability, supporting professional growth, and creating a collaborative, high-performing culture.

Operational Excellence & Compliance

Develop and oversee program operations, scheduling, documentation and data integrity, contracts, reporting, standard operating procedures, financial stewardship, compliance with organizational policies, grant requirements, and partner expectations, and continuous improvement across all assigned programs.

Financial Stewardship & Resource Management

Manage departmental budgets, monitor program financial performance, oversee purchasing and resource allocation, and support long-term program sustainability through responsible fiscal management.

Cross-Functional Organizational Leadership

Collaborate with internal departments to integrate learning outcomes and educational programming, maximize organizational resources, support intersectional initiatives, coordinate shared facilities, and contribute to organization-wide goals that strengthen community impact.

Organizational Collaboration & Shared Responsibility

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Leaders are expected to contribute to the success of the organization beyond their individual areas of accountability by collaborating across teams, sharing expertise, and supporting organizational priorities when needed.

Measures of Success

Success in this role is demonstrated through measurable outcomes such as:

• Participant satisfaction and educational outcomes.

• Strength and retention of community partnerships.

• Achievement of program, grant, and organizational performance targets.

• Financial performance and budget stewardship.

• Staff engagement, development, and retention.

• Timely completion of reporting and compliance requirements.

• Successful implementation of new educational initiatives and continuous program improvement.

Leadership Expectations

This leader is expected to:

• Lead with integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

• Build collaborative relationships across departments and throughout the community.

• Foster innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

• Develop and empower team members through coaching, feedback, and professional development.

• Make informed, timely decisions using data, community feedback, and organizational priorities.

• Model exceptional customer service and create welcoming food experiences that reflect the organization's values.

• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for participants and staff.

• Champion food as a tool for improving community health and well-being.

• Communicate proactively, transparently, and respectfully.
  

Every leader is responsible for:

• People & Teamwork: Weekly 1:1 meetings, employee coaching and performance management, hiring and employee lifecycle, workforce planning, professional development, cross-functional leadership and organizational stewardship.

• Operations & Administration: Compliance, budgeting, operational systems, risk management, and resource management.

• Program Design & Evaluation: Research and program design, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

• Partnerships & Business Development: Partnership development, business development, partnership administration.

• Fundraising & Development: Program storytelling, data and impact reporting, and development support

Decision-Making Authority

This position is empowered to:

• Lead day-to-day operations of Community Education programs and outreach initiatives.

• Supervise assigned staff, volunteers, and interns, including coaching and performance management.

• Develop curriculum, educational programming, and community engagement strategies.

• Manage program schedules, partnerships, contracts, and resource allocation.

• Recommend new initiatives, partnerships, budgets, and operational improvements.

• Represent the organization with community partners and stakeholders within established organizational priorities.

• Escalate strategic, financial, personnel, or policy decisions requiring executive approval.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• This position requires annual Background Checks and clearance to work in schools and with minors

• Program development, project management and facilitation experience

• Familiarity and skill to work with comprehensive food systems and STEAM subjects including amateur culinary and nutrition; home, school, and community gardening; comfort using new and experimental technology

• Familiarity with the food system concepts such as zero-waste and seasonality, professional familiarity with the Omaha Metro local food system, and skill to integrate values-driven goals such as zero-waste and using local food

• Experience and skill to work with vulnerable populations and create supportive learning environments

• Experience and skill to appropriately handle sensitive financial and HR information

• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office including Excel

• Must be available during program hours and during required staff meetings and events

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in education or related discipline

• Teaching background

• 3+ years management experience including training staff, leading team meetings, planning programming, managing a budget, and making data-driven, mission-focused decisions

• Experience and skill to productively manage a classroom using trauma-informed care principles and to teach these skills to supervisees

• Valid First Aid or other safety certifications

• Valid ServSafe or nutrition certification or degree

• Conversational Spanish fluency

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Frequently operates a computer and other office equipment and supplies

• Frequently moves about in a commercial kitchen, gardens, and other community-based locations

• Frequently moves supplies weighing up to 50 pounds

• Frequently positions self to reach products stored on high or low shelves

• Frequently works in indoor conditions

• Occasionally works in outdoor conditions or in natural environments when facilitating activities such as farm or garden tours

• This person frequently communicates with staff, students, volunteers, vendors, guests to the program, and others about program and organizational operations, policies, and products. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate and relevant information in these situations.

• This person must be able to work effectively in environments that are often loud, cramped, or unpredictable temperatures

• Must be able to discern between acceptable and unacceptable product and cleanliness standards in a food service setting

Additional Job Details

• Position Level: Manager

• Compensation: $54,080-$62,400 annually, commensurate with experience

• Status: Full-time, exempt 40 hours per week

• Reports to: Director of Operations/Programs

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter HERE. Be sure to include why this position with No More Empty Pots is a good fit for you.

Black, Indigenous, Latinx and any people of color, LGBTQ+ identities and anyone with marginalized identities are strongly encouraged to apply.

No More Empty Pots does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.