Senior Manager, Outposts
Blue Star Families
- Saint Paul, Illinois, United States
- Saint Paul, Illinois, United States
Über
Remote/Virtual, within the United States
Reports to:
VP of Communities Expansion
Direct Reports:
None
Classification:
Exempt
Position type:
Full-Time Employee
Anticipated Pay Range at Commencement of Employment:
$69,000 - $88,000
General Description Blue Star Families is the largest nonprofit dedicated to making military life better for families. Each year, we support over 1.5 million military- and veteran-connected family members through a national network of 300,000+ members and local chapters in communities across the country. We are expanding our reach into new communities by setting up Outposts throughout the continental U.S., its territories, and beyond, partnering with vetted local organizations to deliver evidence-based, high-impact programming.
Key Job Functions
Manage the vetting and selection of local organizations to serve as Outpost partners.
Collaborate with Outposts and BSF Programs and Digital teams to identify programs, services, and events to be carried out at Outpost locations.
Train and onboard Outposts.
Collaborate with the BSF Research and Evaluation team on national research initiatives (MFLS, Pulse Checks) and ensure program evaluation practices are implemented by outpost partners.
Collaborate with the Strategic Alliances and Government Relations teams to ensure community leaders, elected officials, senior military, and other stakeholders engage with BSF Outposts, resources, and programming.
In partnership with cross-departmental teams, communicate KPIs to help evaluate and track Outpost performance, impact, and progress.
Assist with preparing and monitoring budgets, contracts, and MOUs.
Support Chapter Executive Directors with management and oversight of Outposts in their service areas.
Manage Outpost marketing, public relations, and social media strategies and materials.
Support expansion into new markets, including outreach, partner development, and launch planning.
Execute annual Outpost goals and strategic initiatives, driving cross-functional alignment across BSF departments to ensure successful delivery.
Contribute to fundraising efforts by supporting proposals, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement to sustain and scale the Outposts program.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Experience, Skills, Background
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field required, advanced degree preferred.
4-7 years of progressively responsible work experience in program management and community outreach roles.
Experience in monitoring budgets and reviewing contracts.
Self‑motivated with the ability to quickly and easily adapt to changing organizational needs.
Strong communication (written, verbal, and interpersonal) skills.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Organizational initiatives.
Cultural competence in the military and Veteran space.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary to support key organizational initiatives.
Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs.
Ability to travel out of town overnight several times per year for staff offsites, planning retreats, and company‑wide events; attendance is required as a core part of the role.
Desired Experience, Skills & Background
Familiarity with membership‑driven organizations.
EEO Policy Blue Star Families is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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