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Program Specialist

Position Description
The Program Specialist supports the Assistant Director and Program Manager in advancing Alexander Hamilton Scholars’ mission while taking a leadership role in the delivery and growth of the Hamilton Empowerment Program. This role is deeply student-centered and blends youth development, program strategy, and operational coordination.

Compensation & Schedule

Pay: $22/hour (part-time, 25–30 hours/week)

Growth Opportunity: Eligible for internal promotion, advancement, and transition to a full-time, benefits-eligible role beginning January 2027

Work Environment & Amenities

  • Primarily remote (in-person meetings and events require residence in the Greater Seattle / King County area)

  • Flexible schedule

  • Paid holidays

  • Paid travel, lodging, and meals during Leader Week conferences

Reporting Structure

Reports to the Assistant Director and Program Manager

Organization Description: 

 Inspired by Alexander Hamilton’s legacy of leadership through service, Alexander Hamilton Scholars (AHS) empowers high achieving, underserved young leaders to thrive in college and beyond. We envision a community of ethical leaders who break barriers to build an equitable society. Our multi-year program provides underserved students with a comprehensive network of support and guidance as they transition from high school to college, and college to whatever those next steps are, be it career, gap year, or grad school.  

Our Commitment to Equity
At AHS, we value representation and lived experience. We encourage candidates from nontraditional backgrounds to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact program@hamiltonscholars.org

Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities are subject to change based on organizational needs. 
Scholar Support & Youth Development

  • Build strong relationships with Scholars through mentorship and regular check-ins

  • Manage program curriculum

  • Track Scholar engagement and eligibility for program opportunities

  • Lead the Scholar Mentor Program, including mentor matching and engagement

  • Recruit and train mentors from relevant professional fields

  • Connect Scholars to academic, career, and wellness resources

  • Support the Summer Internship Program and manage independent internship applications

  • Partner with the Marketing Manager to highlight Scholars and partners

Program Growth & Strategy

  • Support and improve the Hamilton Empowerment Program and curriculum

  • Manage the annual Hamilton Award application and selection process

  • Recruit and train volunteer judges

  • Help increase scholarship reach and applicant diversity

  • Build partnerships for internships, webinars, and enrichment opportunities

  • Assist with Leader Week planning and program evaluations

  • Support fundraising efforts by sharing program impact

Program Operations

  • Support Leader Week logistics, including student travel, lodging, meals, activities, and speakers

  • Maintain accurate and timely Scholar records in Salesforce

  • Develop quarterly program dashboards and updates for internal and external stakeholders

  • Collaborate with staff using tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, Notion, Zoom, and Outlook

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • Based in the Greater Seattle area or willing to relocate

  • Strong organizational and communication skills

  • Experience working across diverse communities

  • Commitment to equity and cultural humility

  • Flexible, adaptable, and detail-oriented

Preferred Qualifications

  • Multilingual

  • Experience with youth programs or event planning

  • Background in a related academic or professional field

How to Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter through the online job portal or email program@hamiltonscholars.org by March 3 at 12:00 PM (PT)

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