The Math Learning Center (MLC) is a non-profit education organization with a track record of developing high-quality mathematics materials, including Bridges in Mathematics. We create materials that engage students, promote classroom community and discourse, and help more than 80,000 elementary teachers across the country deliver effective mathematics instruction.
Are you an experienced Project Manager who is passionate about education? If so, this position might be right for you. In this role, you will oversee the development and execution of projects from inception to completion, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
This position is based in Oregon. In this hybrid or onsite role, office days are in our Portland, Oregon office.
What you will do:
- Work with content development, professional learning development, production, marketing, and materials teams to develop and execute project management plans — including goals, timelines, workflows, scope, budget, resources, milestones, and deliverables.
- Optimize project outcomes while maintaining budgetary targets.
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, including kick-off meetings, status updates, and project reviews.
- Use efficient and effective processes and project management tools to ensure that project requirements are met.
- Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of project deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project objectives.
- Communicate project objectives, timelines, and expectations to team members, and keep leadership informed of project status.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to identify potential risks and issues that may impact project timelines or deliverables; as needed, develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address potential challenges.
How you are qualified:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three years or more of experience in project management, preferably in education, curriculum, or publishing.
- PMP certification or equivalent is preferred.
- Experience using project management software or systems to track workflows, manage assignments, and provide visibility into project progress for stakeholders.
- A valid insurable Driver’s License is required.
- Ability to plan, organize, and execute projects from start to finish, meeting objectives and deadlines.
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively with others towards a common goal.
We offer our employees an excellent work environment that includes:
- An emphasis on collaboration, with all staff expected to participate in achieving organizational goals.
- A dedicated team of mission-driven professionals passionate about math education.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Paid Time-Off: 12 holidays, 24 additional days PTO, and a wellness week.
- Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision): Premiums paid at 100% for employees.
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with 3% employer contribution and 2% match.
- Disability and Life Insurance: Employer-paid short-term, long-term, and group life.
The Math Learning Center is an equal opportunity employer. We provide fair and equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, disability, or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. The Math Learning Center hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
