Director of Postsecondary, Career and Life Coaching

Lead the design and implementation of a new national program innovation focused on postsecondary access, career readiness, persistence, and life success for young people ages 16-22.

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate a team of Life Coaches and an Alumni Coordinator to ensure high-quality, consistent coaching.
• Serve as central point of project management and coordination, refining the program model alongside internal leaders, chapters, researchers, and external stakeholders.
• Drive data-driven decision-making by supporting data collection, analyzing trends, and ensuring coaches track individual youth progress.

This role directly helps break the cycle of generational poverty by equipping young people with the coaching and support needed to successfully transition to postsecondary education, career training, or the workforce, leading to living-wage employment and long-term well-being.

• 5+ years of experience in college access, workforce development, youth development, or related field.
• 2+ years of people management or team leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of postsecondary pathways (college, CTE, workforce).
• Experience working with underserved, first-generation, or historically marginalized students.

Competitive compensation ($125k-$150k), 100% employer-paid health/dental/vision premiums, 401(k) match up to 4%, three weeks vacation, flexible work schedule, remote/hybrid options, professional development reimbursement up to $1000, and more.

Friends of the Children is committed to breaking the cycle of generational poverty by providing long-term, salaried professional mentors (Friends) to youth facing the greatest obstacles, from kindergarten through graduation and beyond—12+ years, no matter what.