Project Manager - Remote TN

Reports to

Senior Director of Operations

Who is Persevere?

Persevere is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering justice-involved individuals through innovative workforce development and career preparation support services that give real access to quality employment in the technology industry. Specifically, Persevere provides technology training, career readiness instruction and support, wraparound case management, individualized job-based mentoring, and job placement services for justice-impacted individuals and people who are at risk for justice-involvement.

Founded by and for people with lived experience with criminal justice, corrections, and poverty, Persevere understands the needs of the justice-impacted population as few organizations can, and our work embodies our commitment to reducing racial inequalities throughout all aspects of society and eliminating disproportionate minority contact and disproportionate minority confinement within the criminal justice system. As we have grown and expanded, we have focused on developing and executing strategies that continue to expand our mission of reducing racial disparities and inequalities, both as part of our work, and as well, our organization's practices regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Real Hope. Valuable Skills. Meaningful Opportunity.

Job Overview

Persevere is seeking a Project Manager to lead the implementation of new initiatives and manage the ongoing growth and optimization of existing programs across all operating states. This individual will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with our mission and strategic goals. The Project Manager will work closely with program leadership, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders to drive impact and sustainability.

This is a full-time, salaried position with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, matching 401k and a generous paid time off plan.

Responsibilities

Project Implementation & Launch

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of new projects from concept through completion.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Identify project risks and mitigation strategies early in the process.
• Coordinate with cross-departmental teams to allocate resources effectively.
  
  

Program Growth & Optimization

• Support the scale and continuous improvement of existing programs across multiple states.
• Monitor key performance indicators and milestones to track program outcomes and impact.
• Implement systems to streamline communication, documentation, and reporting.
• Work with leadership to identify and pursue opportunities for expansion, replication, and innovation.
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a central liaison between state teams, national leadership, and partners to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Facilitate regular check-ins and feedback loops to ensure project alignment and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure compliance with funder requirements, internal policies, and reporting standards.
  
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain up-to-date records of project status, changes, and outcomes.
• Prepare progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to grant proposals, performance reports, and impact summaries as needed.
  
  

Other Duties As Assigned

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the nonprofit or social impact sector.
• Proven success in managing multi-site, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit program development and implementation.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, MS Project, or similar).
• Ability to travel as needed to support site-based projects across multiple states.
• PMP or similar certification is a plus but not required.
  
  

Attributes for Success

• Mission-driven with a passion for equity, reentry, and workforce development.
• Detail-oriented yet adaptable to fast-paced environments.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across diverse teams and regions.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and ownership of outcomes.
  
  

We highly value

• Passion for and responsibility to the customer
• Must be self-starting, hardworking and inquisitive
• Leadership through innovation in everything you do
• Passion for what you do and being self-reflective to improve
• Relentless commitment to win
• Personal and corporate integrity