Manager, Implementation
We will only consider internal applications at this time.
About Sandy Hook Promise
Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) envisions a future where all children are free from school shootings and other acts of violence. As a national nonprofit organization, SHP’s mission is to educate and empower youth and adults to prevent violence in schools, homes, and communities. Creators of the lifesaving, evidence-informed Know the Signs prevention programs, SHP teaches the warning signs of someone who may be in crisis, socially isolated, or at-risk of hurting themselves or others and how to get help. SHP also advances school safety, youth mental health, and responsible gun ownership at the state and federal levels through nonpartisan policy and partnerships.
SHP is led by several family members whose loved ones were killed in the tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012.
Commitment to Belonging, Community, Engagement, and Respect
SHP strives to ensure its culture and work environment reflect the values of belonging, community, engagement and respect. We actively seek to understand and respond to the diverse perspectives and lived experiences of individuals across socioeconomic backgrounds, rural and urban communities, and diversity of thought, in addition to traditional protected categories. We are committed to ensuring that every SHP employee feels heard, valued, and a true sense of belonging. SHP encourages individuals who share our commitment to these core values and to our mission to apply.
Location
We are a U.S. based organization and most of our staff work remotely.The position will work remotely and deliver training in person and virtually, requiring up to 50% travel.
About the Role
*We will only consider internal applications at this time.*We are seeking a Manager, Implementation to conduct trainings for Middle and High School audiences (grades 6-12) as well as facilitating adult facing professional development trainings to ensure our Sandy Hook Promise Know the Signs (KTS) and Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (SS-ARS) programs are delivered in an engaging, inclusive, and youth friendly format with fidelity in the Northeast Region of the United States. Manager, Implementation may also manage a small team of 1 – 3 full-time trainers.
Job Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):Training Design & Delivery -75%
- Provide and design high quality and engaging in-person and virtual student training as well as Professional Learning for educators/staff in schools including district-based teams for the portfolio of SHP programs.
- Train and engage a large and diverse student with a Race, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (REDI) lens
- Conduct up to five 45 – 60 minute in-person presentations daily during the school year and on a school schedule (Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm). Training will be conducted virtually as well as in person. Occasional Sunday travel may be required.
- Design and conduct adult-facing professional learning (5 hours in person or 2.5 virtually)
- Create training materials and deliver professional learning to adult audiences
- Ensure all programs are delivered to the highest standards of program quality and fidelity, and reflect SHP’s mission and values
- Serve as an ambassador for Sandy Hook Promise and its programs while in schools and when interacting with school personnel, whether in person or virtually
- Exhibit knowledge and expertise around Sandy Hook Promise’s work with grantees and/or Say Something-ARS agreements with states and districts within the region
- Coordinate own travel accommodations (Flights, Rental Vehicles, Hotels, and Food) and occasional trainer travel within region (when needed) in accordance with SHP’s travel policy
- Arrive to trainings at least 45 minutes early to prepare technology and greet school personnel, and come to all trainings fully prepared
- Collaborate with internal and external teams virtually, and contribute to other projects or requests during trainer downtimes, such as during school breaks
Administration and Management-25%
- Under the management and direction of the Director of Implementation, work to ensure goals are met as they relate to program delivery and school satisfaction.
- Participate in Coaching Cycle of continuous improvement to ensure trainers are delivering programs to the highest standards of program quality and fidelity, in a manner that engages and inspires both youth and adult audiences through a REDI (Race, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) lens, and that delivery and interaction with students and school personnel reflects SHP’s mission and values
- Collaborate with the Implementation Team on a regular basis to share best practices,
- trouble shoot, coach, and learn across all training team members, including planning and co-facilitating weekly trainer calls.
- Proactively respond to verbal and written communication and requests (email and virtual) and manage your calendar
Desired Skills and Experience- 3–5 years of experience designing and delivering dynamic trainings for both youth and adult audiences, with a strong ability to engage and connect across age groups.
- Deep understanding of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) standards and their application in K-12 and adult learning environments.
- Proven success in developing impactful training programs tailored specifically for adult learners.
- Skilled in adapting and differentiating content delivery to meet the needs of diverse populations, ensuring inclusive and accessible learning experiences.
- Open to feedback with a demonstrated ability to reflect, grow, and enhance performance through constructive input.
- Excellent written and virtual communication skills, including professional email etiquette and remote engagement techniques.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook) and Zoom, with a tech-forward mindset and enthusiasm for using digital tools to create interactive virtual trainings.
- Exceptionally reliable—known for punctuality, delivery with fidelity, and proactive communication of needs or challenges.
- Strong ability to build rapport and sustain engagement with both youth and adult participants in various settings.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively—up to 50% during the school year, including frequent overnight stays.
- Capable of independently managing travel logistics and expenses using an SHP-issued company purchase card.
- Preferred experience in the K-12 education or mental health sectors, with a clear understanding of the field’s unique dynamics.
- Demonstrated skill in tailoring content for both adult-facing and student-facing delivery formats.
- A deep commitment to SHP’s mission, vision, and values, with a collaborative and purpose-driven mindset.
- Performs other duties as assigned in alignment with organizational goals.
Benefits and Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000.
(SHP follows a strict internal rubric to help guide salary placement and ensure equitable pay amongst new hires and current staff. New hires should expect to be brought on at the start of the range ($65,000), except in extenuating circumstances.)- SHP offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Unlimited PTO
- Flexible schedules
- Paid holidays and 10 days sick leave
- Paid parental leave
- Health, dental, and vision
- Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
- 401k match
- Professional development stipend
- Wellness & mental health support
- Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program.
Our organization operates within a distributed workforce, allowing for location flexibility across the country for most positions. We provide remote office support for all staff, which includes a laptop, home office reimbursement, monthly Wi-Fi reimbursement up to $40, and monthly cell phone reimbursement up to $50.
Additional Instructions- SHP Staff and Volunteers will have until Thursday, July 10,2025 to submit their application. Please be sure to email HR reps to let them know you have applied.
Equal Opportunity Employment
SHP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be an employer of choice: where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and do their best work. SHP does not make employment related decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are focused on promoting multiculturalism and inclusion so that all SHP employees feel valued and respected. We believe deeply that a diverse workforce comprised of people of all beliefs, backgrounds, and life experiences who seek to prevent gun violence and stop the tragic loss of life will make SHP a stronger, more effective organization.