Remote Assistant Program Director Jobs
Remote assistant program director jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like nonprofit services, healthcare administration, education, and workforce development, at remote-first organizations and distributed teams managing programs at scale. Employers hiring remotely right now include IDEA Public Schools and Services For The Underserved. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Description
Assistant Director of Procurement - Child Nutrition Program
Role Mission: IDEA’s Assistant Director of Procurement - CNP manages the department staff that facilitate the procurement of instructional materials, school furniture, and other commodities as determined by the Director of Procurement. The Assistant Director of Procurement will oversee the RFP/Bid process and manage contracts related to specific areas of assignment and is responsible for providing support to all financial management users related to the procurement process. The Assistant Director of Procurement supports the organization’s procurement process as outlined by TEA and is committed to continuously improving processes to advance the goals of IDEA Public Schools. The vision of the Assistant Director of Procurement is to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction by facilitating the efficient acquisition of goods and services while keeping in compliance with policy and procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly manage Procurement Analyst(s) and Procurement Administrator(s) for assigned responsibilities
Location: This is a full-time on-site/remote position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate.
Travel Expectations: Occasional travel to IDEA training events or step-backs may be required - up to 20% of the time.
What You’ll Do – Accountabilities
Essential Duties:
Procurement Leadership: Lead and develop the Procurement Analyst and Administrator Buyer to ensure all purchasing aligns with cost, quality, and delivery targets while maintaining full compliance with IDEA policies.
Sourcing and Vendor Management: Oversee vendor sourcing, evaluation, and negotiation to ensure 100% compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and to foster strong, strategic supplier relationships.
RFP and Bid Management: Direct the full lifecycle of RFPs and bids—from planning through award—ensuring accurate tracking, record retention, and adherence to competitive procurement standards.
Process Improvement: Analyze data and identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency through continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.
Process Improvement: Analyze data and identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency through continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.
Vendor Maintenance: Maintain accurate vendor records in Tyler Munis, including required documentation (CIQ, SB9, SAM.gov, W9), correct 1099 coding, and regular vendor cleanups.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Grant Management, and campus/department leaders to resolve vendor issues, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve the overall procurement experience.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Monitor supply continuity and communicate risks affecting operations.
Provide regular updates and reports on procurement trends, performance, and special projects.
Conduct onboarding and ongoing development for procurement staff within two weeks of hire.
Support end users through conference calls and on-site training to strengthen procurement knowledge.
Participate in weekly check-ins and financial manager user calls to align on compliance and strategy.
Attend TASBO and other professional trainings to stay current on laws and best practices.
Contribute to annual Beginning of Year committees and departmental meetings.
Assist in quarterly updates of purchasing policies, procedures, and HUB website resources.
Ensure no vendor engagement occurs with debarred entities and that all grant-related contracts meet public procurement requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills – Competencies
Build a Culture of Trust: This team member fosters a team culture where individuals genuinely care for one another both personally and professionally. They lead with transparency, encourage open communication, including healthy conflict—and promote reliability and consistency, while regularly seeking and responding to team feedback to enhance the collective experience.
Communicate Deliberately: This team member leads inclusive discussions that surface obstacles and drive actionable solutions, ensuring all voices are heard. They communicate key information clearly across multiple channels and establish feedback loops that promote open dialogue, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Grow Self and Others: This team member regularly offers affirming and adjusting feedback, maintaining a positive balance that reinforces growth and motivation. They provide transparent, candid performance insights and offer consistent coaching and development aligned with individual goals, supporting both direct reports and cross-functional partners.
Make Strategic Decisions: This team member fosters an inclusive decision-making environment by encouraging diverse perspectives, managing disagreements constructively, and creating space for all voices to be heard. They clearly communicate final decisions, providing context and anticipated impact—even when choices are difficult or unpopular.
Manage Work and Teams: This team member builds and maintains systems to track progress toward team goals, ensuring clarity through defined roles and responsibilities. They implement structured processes that support smooth team operations and strategically allocate time and resources to drive goal achievement.
Additional Skills:
Experience with different IT databases or systems
Basic understanding of Finance
Data analysis
Microsoft Excel
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong contract review and negotiation skills
Exhibits and cultivate high customer service centric approach to procurement functions
Project management and task prioritization principles
Required Education and Experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Business or Accounting preferred
Minimum 3 years professional-level experience in high volume, deadline critical procurement environment, preferably in school districts.
Minimum of 1 Year in a Texas Child Nutrition Program
Experience overseeing transactions and outcomes that are subject to public review and disclosure.
Experience managing multiple priorities and multiple non-exempt staff.
Substantive track record of adding value in previous positions.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Preferred Education: Master’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting
Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Must be able to read, hear, and communicate effectively in person and through electronic means.
What We Offer:
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $89,694 and $105,391, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.
- Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.
- IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.
Application process:
Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Learn more about IDEA
At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values
Description
Assistant Director of Procurement - Child Nutrition Program
Role Mission: IDEA’s Assistant Director of Procurement - CNP manages the department staff that facilitate the procurement of instructional materials, school furniture, and other commodities as determined by the Director of Procurement. The Assistant Director of Procurement will oversee the RFP/Bid process and manage contracts related to specific areas of assignment and is responsible for providing support to all financial management users related to the procurement process. The Assistant Director of Procurement supports the organization’s procurement process as outlined by TEA and is committed to continuously improving processes to advance the goals of IDEA Public Schools. The vision of the Assistant Director of Procurement is to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction by facilitating the efficient acquisition of goods and services while keeping in compliance with policy and procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly manage Procurement Analyst(s) and Procurement Administrator(s) for assigned responsibilities
Location: This is a full-time on-site/remote position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate.
Travel Expectations: Occasional travel to IDEA training events or step-backs may be required - up to 20% of the time.
What You’ll Do – Accountabilities
Essential Duties:
Procurement Leadership: Lead and develop the Procurement Analyst and Administrator Buyer to ensure all purchasing aligns with cost, quality, and delivery targets while maintaining full compliance with IDEA policies.
Sourcing and Vendor Management: Oversee vendor sourcing, evaluation, and negotiation to ensure 100% compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and to foster strong, strategic supplier relationships.
RFP and Bid Management: Direct the full lifecycle of RFPs and bids—from planning through award—ensuring accurate tracking, record retention, and adherence to competitive procurement standards.
Process Improvement: Analyze data and identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency through continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.
Process Improvement: Analyze data and identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency through continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.
Vendor Maintenance: Maintain accurate vendor records in Tyler Munis, including required documentation (CIQ, SB9, SAM.gov, W9), correct 1099 coding, and regular vendor cleanups.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Grant Management, and campus/department leaders to resolve vendor issues, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve the overall procurement experience.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Monitor supply continuity and communicate risks affecting operations.
Provide regular updates and reports on procurement trends, performance, and special projects.
Conduct onboarding and ongoing development for procurement staff within two weeks of hire.
Support end users through conference calls and on-site training to strengthen procurement knowledge.
Participate in weekly check-ins and financial manager user calls to align on compliance and strategy.
Attend TASBO and other professional trainings to stay current on laws and best practices.
Contribute to annual Beginning of Year committees and departmental meetings.
Assist in quarterly updates of purchasing policies, procedures, and HUB website resources.
Ensure no vendor engagement occurs with debarred entities and that all grant-related contracts meet public procurement requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills – Competencies
Build a Culture of Trust: This team member fosters a team culture where individuals genuinely care for one another both personally and professionally. They lead with transparency, encourage open communication, including healthy conflict—and promote reliability and consistency, while regularly seeking and responding to team feedback to enhance the collective experience.
Communicate Deliberately: This team member leads inclusive discussions that surface obstacles and drive actionable solutions, ensuring all voices are heard. They communicate key information clearly across multiple channels and establish feedback loops that promote open dialogue, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Grow Self and Others: This team member regularly offers affirming and adjusting feedback, maintaining a positive balance that reinforces growth and motivation. They provide transparent, candid performance insights and offer consistent coaching and development aligned with individual goals, supporting both direct reports and cross-functional partners.
Make Strategic Decisions: This team member fosters an inclusive decision-making environment by encouraging diverse perspectives, managing disagreements constructively, and creating space for all voices to be heard. They clearly communicate final decisions, providing context and anticipated impact—even when choices are difficult or unpopular.
Manage Work and Teams: This team member builds and maintains systems to track progress toward team goals, ensuring clarity through defined roles and responsibilities. They implement structured processes that support smooth team operations and strategically allocate time and resources to drive goal achievement.
Additional Skills:
Experience with different IT databases or systems
Basic understanding of Finance
Data analysis
Microsoft Excel
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong contract review and negotiation skills
Exhibits and cultivate high customer service centric approach to procurement functions
Project management and task prioritization principles
Required Education and Experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Business or Accounting preferred
Minimum 3 years professional-level experience in high volume, deadline critical procurement environment, preferably in school districts.
Minimum of 1 Year in a Texas Child Nutrition Program
Experience overseeing transactions and outcomes that are subject to public review and disclosure.
Experience managing multiple priorities and multiple non-exempt staff.
Substantive track record of adding value in previous positions.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Preferred Education: Master’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting
Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Must be able to read, hear, and communicate effectively in person and through electronic means.
What We Offer:
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $89,694 and $105,391, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.
- Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.
- IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.
Application process:
Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Learn more about IDEA
At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote assistant program director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, social work, education, or a related field
- Two or more years of experience coordinating or managing programs
- Demonstrated ability to manage program budgets and track expenditures
- Experience writing or managing grants and reporting to funders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting
- Proficiency with project management tools and data tracking systems
Tips for Your Remote Assistant Program Director Job Search
Signal async communication skills upfront
Remote assistant program directors coordinate teams without in-person meetings, so your resume and cover letter should show specific examples of asynchronous communication: written status updates, structured meeting notes, and progress reports that kept distributed stakeholders aligned.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote assistant program director openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Show remote program management tools in your materials
Remote employers for this role screen for hands-on experience with tools like Asana, Monday.com, Smartsheet, or similar platforms. Name the specific tools you've used to track program milestones, assign tasks, and report outcomes to leadership.
Prepare a remote work example for interviews
Remote hiring panels ask how you manage accountability without direct oversight. Have a ready example of a program you coordinated remotely, what systems you used to stay on schedule, and how you surfaced issues to leadership before they became problems.
Remote Assistant Program Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote assistant program director job?
Target organizations that already run distributed teams, such as national nonprofits, digital health companies, and remote-first education providers, because they have the infrastructure to support remote program management. Remote employers screen for strong asynchronous communication, self-directed project oversight, and the ability to coordinate across time zones without in-person check-ins. Demonstrating those skills through past remote work, volunteer leadership, or documented program outcomes gives your application a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote assistant program directors?
Companies hiring remote assistant program directors right now include IDEA Public Schools and Services For The Underserved, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role tend to cluster at national nonprofits, healthcare organizations, workforce development agencies, and technology companies that run large distributed program teams.
Can you get a remote assistant program director job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level assistant program director roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage workflows and communicate progress independently from day one. Smaller nonprofits, community health organizations, and education technology companies are more likely to hire candidates with limited direct experience. Showing documented results from volunteer coordination, committee leadership, or project management work demonstrates the self-direction remote employers need to see.
Do you need a degree for remote assistant program director jobs?
Not always, though many remote employers list a bachelor's degree as a baseline for this role. What remote hiring managers consistently weigh alongside or instead of a degree is evidence of program oversight: managing deliverables, coordinating stakeholders, and hitting milestones without close supervision. Certifications in project management and a clear record of program results can close the gap when a formal degree is absent.
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