Program Officer, Mathematics Initiatives

Foundation for California Community Colleges

. Drive continued advancement of the California Mathematics Alignment Project and related Roadmap recommendations .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $95,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing grants, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement within the context of California's education systems. Proven ability to conduct research, develop programs, and facilitate professional learning initiatives in mathematics education.

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Grant ManagementStrategic CommunicationsResearch and EvaluationStakeholder EngagementPolicy Development

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisProgram DevelopmentRFP DevelopmentBudget ManagementTechnical Assistance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

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SubstackLinkedIn

Industry Keywords

California Mathematics Alignment ProjectPublic Higher EducationK-12 Education SystemsMathematics Education PolicyGrantmaking Opportunities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive continued advancement of the California Mathematics Alignment Project and related Roadmap recommendations
Oversee professional learning initiatives, research projects, and pilot initiatives
Develop, execute, and manage grants
Support policy development, outreach, and implementation
Manage stakeholder engagement and contractors
Develop strategic communications and provide evaluation support
Oversee Learning Lab’s mathematics grant project portfolio
Conduct research and interviews supporting grant opportunities, research projects, professional learning, and pilot initiatives
Develop and manage strategic outreach and public-facing communications
Oversee RFP processes from launch through grant awards, including state compliance
Provide technical assistance to grantees
Approve invoices and budget and scope-of-work change requests
Conduct grantee check-ins and cohort meetings
Develop or oversee research briefs and reports
Grow mathematics-related communities
Facilitate Substack posts, LinkedIn posts, and other media coverage
Serve as primary contact and liaise with constituencies, external groups, and contractors
Recruit and manage peer review processes, selection committees, and process and award briefings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of eight (8)+ years of experience researching, analyzing, and synthesizing data, program development, and communications
Research and evaluation experience
Prior experience managing or developing a program preferred
Experience with strategic communications preferred
Understanding of and experience working in public higher education systems, policy, and research in California
Understanding of and experience working with K-12 secondary systems of education and California state agencies, boards, and commissions preferred
Experience working directly with higher education faculty and/or K-12 teachers preferred
Knowledge of policy and research related to mathematics education in California
Experience developing and implementing funding opportunities or RFPs
Experience with higher education grantmaking opportunities for UC, CSU, and California Community Colleges
Must reside in California
Availability of 30–40 hours per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Generous PTO
Holidays
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness offerings
CalPERS retirement program
Optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
Fully remote positions
Professional development commitment
Shared leadership and employee growth opportunities