Managing Director

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent.

With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings.

Learn more by visiting Per Scholas.org and follow us on Linked In , X , Facebook , Instagram , and You Tube .

Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states
: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA

POSITION TITLE: Managing Director

REPORTS TO: Regional Senior Vice President, Midwest

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:

For over 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive equity and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent.

With national remote training and campuses in 25+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Advanced Manufacturing, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, IT Support, Software Engineering, Critical Facilities, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings.

Learn more by visiting Per Scholas.org and follow us on Linked In , X , Facebook , Instagram , and You Tube .

Position Summary The Managing Director (MD) will oversee a new Per Scholas campus in Milwaukee serving approximately 400 learners annually by 2030. This leader is responsible for driving the strategic and operational goals of the campus, focusing on building relationships and partnerships with funders, employers, and community organizations while delivering high-quality tech training that aligns with both local and national objectives.

The MD will lead local fundraising initiatives to secure a target of $3 - $4 million by 2030, enhancing the visibility and impact of Per Scholas in the community. The MD ensures that Per Scholas’ mission is executed with excellence, cultivating local partnerships, supporting program growth, and contributing to the broader success of Per Scholas’ national vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Increase awareness of Per Scholas’ brand and tech training in Milwaukee and the SE Wisconsin region.
• Develop and lead Per Scholas local fundraising strategy in partnership with the Regional Senior Vice President (RSVP) and in collaboration with the National Development team.
• Lead fundraising initiatives to secure $3 - $4 million annually by 2030, inclusive of foundation, corporate, government, public, individual, and earned income).
• Partner with the National Development team to generate grant requests and reports.
• Develop and lead Per Scholas local employer outreach strategy in partnership with direct report, Director of Talent Solutions, with additional support from the RSVP and the National Talent Solutions Team.
• In collaboration with the National Talent Solutions team, manage an employer-facing team to identify, cultivate, and secure new employer relationships with the goal of achieving job attainment fee-based revenue for your campus.
• Secure a pipeline…