Program Support Associate

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$31.75/yr - $39.40/yr

Program Support Associate (PSA)

Department: Home Region

Reporting to: Grants Manager, Home Region

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Bentonville, AR

The primary duty of the PSA is to support smooth execution of the team’s operations, budgeting, strategy, and grant making. In providing these core functions, the PSA applies their skills in project management to support the team’s grantmaking. This role requires consistently adapting to team members’ needs, proactively identifying them, and providing timely follow‑up and solutions.

• Assist foundation staff in preparing and processing internal grant‑related documents, including grant inquiry research, write‑ups, grant letters, grant tracking, grant payments, and grantee reporting.
• Assist with general correspondence, requests for information, and creation and updating of files and records such as grantee acknowledgement letters and follow‑up reports.
• Schedule appointments and meetings, calendars, and support the Home Region Director.
• Prepare documents, take minutes, and compile follow‑up notes for grant‑making strategy and internal team meetings.
• Compile a variety of narrative and statistical reports, locate sources of information, devise forms needed to secure data, determine proper format for finished reports, and edit draft staff correspondence for grammatical and punctuation errors.
• Manage special projects for the Home Region Director, Program Coordinator, or Grants Manager.
• Assist in scheduling and planning major events such as retreats or grantee convenings.
• Participate in organization‑wide teams to improve team and grant‑making efficiency.
• Complete other projects and assignments as requested.

• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, SharePoint, and Zoom.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Desire to grow and learn and adapt work in a rapidly moving environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to work as part of a team and independently.

• 2+ years of full‑time professional experience, preferably in a nonprofit office environment requiring interaction with both internal and external “customers.”
• Creative application and usage of AI tools.

• Demonstrates discretion, integrity, and expertise while serving as a trusted advisor.
• Collaborates respectfully and effectively with others, contributing to a supportive, team‑oriented environment.
• Approaches challenges with curiosity, bold thinking, and a commitment to continuous learning and innovation.
• Maintains a strong focus on results and exercises sound judgment and decision‑making.
• Brings a visionary mindset and plans strategically for the future with imagination and insight.
• Committed to excellence and actively engages with others to achieve shared goals.

Compensation Range: $31.75–$39.40 per hour

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off.

We are a family‑led organization supporting multiple generations of Sam and Helen Walton. We value trust, mutual respect, and a workplace where every associate belongs and can do their best work. We bring together talented people to support their growth and empower them to contribute meaningfully.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.