Job Description

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Associate Director of Programming (Program Manager II) position for the ThreeSixty Journalism program.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility
• Up to 50% tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility
• A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

Salary Range: $56,920 to $80,000

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

The full-time Associate Director of Programming (Program Manager II) role is a key leadership position at ThreeSixty Journalism, a multimedia journalism career pathways program serving a diverse cross-section of Minnesota youth.

This leader will lead, manage, and oversee all aspects of our programming. They will design and implement all curriculum, producing and leading the classroom experience and ensuring the program meets its educational and organizational goals. An experienced journalist and proven educator, they will be a passionate advocate for youth journalism, guiding students through their learning journey. They will ensure student journalism meets professional standards and is published and will take a human-centered and results-oriented approach to ensuring students achieve meaningful careers in media.

This leader MUST be present and lead all of ThreeSixty’s classroom programming, which requires a flexible schedule. Programming takes place primarily on (approximately 12) Saturdays during the school year, evenings 1-2+ times per month, and over summer journalism camps primarily in June, July and early August. The remainder of the team’s work takes place in ThreeSixty’s offices on the St. Thomas campus in St. Paul. The position may require annual travel to support student learning at national conferences.

About ThreeSixty Journalism: ThreeSixty Journalism is an award-winning multimedia storytelling program for Minnesota youth. Grounded in journalism and focused on contributing to more accurate narratives and representative newsrooms, ThreeSixty offers technical, ethical and entrepreneurial training for fulfilling careers in storytelling and civic leadership. The program has been housed at the University of St. Thomas since 2001.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Lead development and execution of the vision and strategy for all programming, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and values, in partnership with the executive director and the associate director of operations and systems.
2. Lead the design and implementation of a dynamic, hands-on curriculum that covers key journalism skills such as writing, editing, multimedia production, ethical reporting, and media literacy, ensuring that the curriculum is inclusive, culturally relevant, and reflective of current trends in journalism and media.
3. Leads the planning and implementation of all program activities, including workshops, mentorship, internships, and special editorial projects for student leaders, supported by staff.
4. Cultivate relationships with educational partners, local media organizations, and other stakeholders to enhance program offerings.
5. Leads editing and publishing of all student work on ThreeSixty platforms and via partners in professional media, adhering to professional journalistic standards.
6. Leads ThreeSixty annual magazine production from planning to publication to distribution (content management, production schedule, freelancers, internal review, delivery) supported by staff.
7. Supports the associate director of operations and systems to ensure student and volunteer recruitment and retention goals are met.
8. Supports fundraising, particularly the program’s annual fundraising event, and other priorities and projects under the leadership of the executive director

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Education, Communications, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in journalism, education, or nonprofit program management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of journalism practices, media ethics, and current trends in digital and multimedia storytelling
• Experience working with high school students, ideally in an educational or mentorship setting
• Excellent cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students, staff, and external stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in curriculum development, program evaluation, and educational best practices
• Passion for youth empowerment, diversity, equity, and inclusion in media

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with fundraising and grant writing

This position requires a DMV background check.

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at . Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

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