Regional Center Manager

Regional Center Manager, San Joaquin Valley (SJV)

Position Type : 100% FTE, Exempt

Compensation Range : $80,000-90,000 Annual Salary

Benefits Overview : Medical, vision, dental and life insurance, vacation and sick time off, paid federal holidays, and retirement plan (See full job description for more details).

Organization Size : 50+ Employees

Reports to : VP of Member Engagement

Location : This is an in-person position in Modesto, CA, with weekly travel to Stockton, CA.

Job Overview :

Digital NEST creates vibrant, tech-enabled workforce development centers that empower youth from working-class and farmworker communities to pursue wealth-building careers. We combine professional, technical, and career navigation skills training with mentorship, community, and access to cutting-edge technology.

The Regional Center Manager, San Joaquin Valley (SJV) provides strategic and operational leadership for Digital NEST's Modesto and Stockton centers ensuring each space embodies our "Third Place" philosophy : welcoming, inspiring, and rooted in community.

This role manages a cross-functional team responsible for member recruitment, engagement, and center operations, driving membership growth and ensuring both sites function as thriving community anchors. The Regional Center Manager will partner closely with the VP of Member Engagement to design recruitment systems, train and coach staff, and lead by example in outreach and community engagement.

Responsibilities :

Team Leadership & Culture (30%)

• Lead, coach, and develop the Modesto and Stockton center teams to achieve recruitment, retention, and engagement goals.
• Supervise and support Center staff, ensuring professional growth, clear goals, and accountability.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and "love and rigor" where staff feel both supported and challenged to excel.
• Collaborate with the People Ops Team to manage performance, onboard new hires, and address personnel matters.
• Convene and lead the regional Hub Team in their recruitment and retention efforts (cross-program collaboration between Career Services, Pathways, and Center staff).

Strategic & Operational Management (25%)

Member Recruitment & Retention (40%)

Community Partnerships & External Relations (5%)

Qualifications :

Preferred But Not Required :

Requirements :

Note : The job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion and passing of a background check.

About Our Benefits :

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role and encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we're looking for. We