Manager, School Partnerships

Our Organization

Youth Solutions, Inc. is a part of the Kinexus Group family of organizations. Kinexus Group is recognized as one of Nonprofit Times' Best Nonprofits to Work For from 2017 to 2022. It is a cutting‑edge community development organization with growing initiatives to create an economically thriving Michigan. We are change agents who create solutions for business, workforce and community challenges to promote economic vitality.

Youth Solutions is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to providing Michigan’s youth with the support, experiences and resources that prepare them for success in education, careers and life. Through a range of targeted programs, services and strategic partnerships, we support the delivery of high‑quality, career‑focused education to help every youth achieve their potential.

We offer remote flexibility, exceptional benefits and a collaborative statewide team culture focused on innovation, impact and connection. This role includes regular engagement with partners and team members and requires occasional travel to serve communities and youth.

The Manager of School Partnerships plays a key leadership role in supporting the implementation, expansion and ongoing quality of Youth Solutions’ school‑based career development services. Reporting to the Senior Manager of School Partnerships, the Manager provides coaching, partnership support and implementation guidance to schools and ISD/RESA partners as they adopt and strengthen career development systems. The Manager serves as the primary liaison for assigned school partners, ensuring strong communication, partner engagement and coordinated implementation, and directly contributes to delivery of school‑based services such as facilitating trainings, meetings and planning sessions.

• Support the successful implementation of Youth Solutions’ school‑based career development services across assigned schools and districts.
• Provide direct coaching, technical assistance and implementation support to school‑based teams and ISD/RESA partners.
• Directly deliver school‑based services, modeling strong facilitation and supporting high‑priority partners.
• Guide partners in understanding and using Youth Solutions’ tools, processes and implementation expectations.
• Monitor partner progress, identify barriers and support solutions that promote high‑quality implementation.
• Maintain regular communication with school leadership and staff to reinforce alignment and ensure coordinated efforts.

• Facilitate meetings, professional learning sessions and planning workshops for educators, school leadership and partner teams.
• Support partners in developing and strengthening school‑based career development systems.
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager and Director to refine tools, resources and training aligned to field needs.
• Model strong facilitation practices and contribute to building internal capacity for high‑quality delivery.

• Maintain strong working relationships with partners across schools, ISDs/RESAs and community organizations.
• Collaborate closely with Youth Solutions colleagues across all departments to support consistent, coordinated implementation.
• Participate in internal planning, problem‑solving and improvement cycles that strengthen overall service delivery.
• Ensure timely, clear communication about partner needs, progress and challenges to the Senior Manager and Director.

• Support data collection processes, ensuring accurate and timely completion of required reporting.
• Use partner feedback, data insights and observations to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen tools, resources and supports to better meet school and district needs.
• Elevate field insights to inform organizational planning and service enhancements.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s degree in Education, Mathematics Education, School Counseling, Curriculum & Instruction or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of…