
Program Manager
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota
Mankato, MNFull-time$11.41/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota seeks a Program Manager to oversee the Mankato-area Safe Harbor Regional Navigator and Safe Harbor housing and support programs in Mankato and Rochester. Reporting to the Program Director, the role manages operations, service delivery, staff supervision, quality assurance, budgets, reporting, outreach, partnerships, and funding activities. Regular travel between Mankato and Rochester and occasional statewide travel are required.
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Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!
Job Summary:
The Program Manager will oversee the Mankato-area Safe Harbor Regional Navigator and the Safe Harbor housing and support programs in Mankato and Rochester. Reporting to the Program Director, this position manages program operations, quality assurance, documentation, service delivery, staff supervision and onboarding, budget support, reporting, audits, community outreach, partnerships, and funding activities. The position supervises approximately five full-time employees and may also supervise volunteers and interns. The preferred candidate will demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills; knowledge of trafficking, exploitation, housing, and motivational interviewing; computer proficiency; and possession of a valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and current insurance. Regular travel between Mankato and Rochester is required, along with occasional statewide travel.
Qualifications and Requirements:
The Community Navigator is not required to have obtained any special license or certification for this position.
Associate's Degree or 2+ years of community-related work experience with parent engagement experience required.
Above average management skills; prior experience with managing contracts is preferred.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for engaging with diverse groups, ability to conduct community presentations, and build new partner relations.
Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills with the ability to prioritize, and execute in a high-volume environment.
Professionalism, maturity, and demonstrated capacity for leadership are essential.
Prior understanding of the issues and struggles of families and the ability to work with a variety of populations and personalities with respect, compassion, and dignity.
Ability to conduct, help facilitate, and monitor sub-contractor meetings to ensure grant compliance.
Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
Must have a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
Must pass Criminal Background Check.
Dependable transportation; Employees are reimbursed for mileage consistent with federal IRS rates, and must maintain adequate car insurance.
Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter, prioritize multiple assignments, and work independently.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.
Minimum Education Required
Associate Degree
Minimum Experience Required
2 - 20 years
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
56001
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
PG009010015
Job Benefits
Not specified
How this job compares
Set against the 9,881 open Program Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 15, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$11.41/hr
- Minnesota median$28–40/hr20 hourly ranges
- US median$44–60/hr265 hourly ranges
This rate, $11.41/hr, is 66% below the Minnesota median midpoint ($34/hr) — in the middle half of Program Manager hourly ranges in Minnesota.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 180 open Program Manager jobs in Minnesota and 9,881 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Program Manager postings that state a minimum ask for (median 6 years, across 8,610 postings).
- Education
- 3,925 of the 9,881 open Program Manager jobs (40%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 15, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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