Overnight Program Manager

Description

Hours for this position:

Monday-Friday, 12am-9am

Attendance is required for all professional development days.

About The SEED School of Washington, D.C.

The SEED Foundation () was created in 1997 to establish college-preparatory urban boarding schools that prepare children both academically and socially, for success in college and beyond. In 1998, the Foundation opened The SEED Public Charter School of Washington, D.C. – the nation’s first urban public college preparatory boarding school. The school currently serves 325 students in grades 6-12. In 2015, 100% of SEED’s seniors were accepted to a four year college or university.

All SEED students live on campus from Sunday evening through Friday afternoon when they return home for the weekend. The dormitories are organized into small “houses” of 10-12 students per life skills counselor for afternoon and evening routines such as study hall, house meetings, and social activities. We provide a safe and caring 24 hour boarding experience. Our relationship with parents and guardians is essential to the success of their child while at SEED.

About The SEED Network

SEED is the pioneering national network of public, college-preparatory boarding schools, offering a unique 24-hour, 5-day per week learning environment. Our tuition-free schools, the first of their kind in the U.S., are intentionally designed to serve traditionally underserved students. Supported by The SEED Foundation, we operate in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Miami, and Los Angeles. The Foundation's College Transition & Success (CTS) team provides comprehensive support to SEED graduates from junior year through college graduation. SEED's success has gained recognition from media outlets like 60 Minutes and The New York Times, and former President Obama has lauded it as "a true success story." Learn more at www.seedfoundation.com.

Position OverviewReporting to the Senior Director of Student Life, the Overnight Program Manager (OPM) and supervises the residential program during overnight hours. This role ensures the safety, security, and well-being of residential students and staff by supervising Overnight Resident Advisors (ORA), coordinating operations, responding to emergencies, and maintaining a calm environment. The OPM also performs administrative tasks and supports other departments for seamless residential program operation, facilitating a smooth transition from the dorm to the academic day. Campus presence is required during the assigned shift.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, promote professional development, and ensure ORAs adhere to policies and procedures. This includes onboarding, training, performance feedback, and facilitating regular staff meetings and professional development.
• Ensure student safety, security, and well-being. This involves assigning ORA tasks, managing room checks and transitions, and ensuring accurate reporting and documentation.
• Collaborate with the Student Leadership Team to manage breaks, secure substitutes, and cover absences as needed.
• Monitor student houses and common areas to ensure safety, security, and adherence to nighttime protocols, and confirm ORAs are effectively completing their rounds.
• Promptly and effectively address student illnesses, injuries, behavioral issues, emergencies, and security concerns, coordinating with appropriate personnel (on-call administrator, nurse, security).
• Consistently and fairly enforce nighttime dorm policies to maintain a quiet, respectful environment. Monitor student behavior, document incidents, and implement interventions according to school policies.
• Keep accurate records of student attendance and overnight incidents. Compile timely and detailed shift reports for the Student Life Leadership Team.
• Manage communication with other departments (academics, student support services, attendance teams, facilities) to ensure seamless transitions and necessary follow-up.
• Participate in creating and implementing overnight emergency procedures and train ORAs on these.
• Work with the Student Life Leadership Team to address student issues and develop strategies to enhance the overnight program.
• Uphold confidentiality regarding student information and interactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications and Essential Competencies

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of experience in a residential or student life setting, with demonstrated experience in program management and supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of adolescent development and behavior management techniques.
• Familiarity with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to enforce policies and procedures consistently.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills for report writing, communication, and data management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to The SEED Foundation’s mission.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and other required clearances.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hiring).
• Willingness to work the overnight shift, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed.