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America’s Future Foundation (AFF)

Program Manager, Coolidge Speech & Debate

America’s Future Foundation (AFF), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Program Manager, Coolidge Speech & Debate Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation Washington, DC or Plymouth, VT https://talentmarket.org/ccpfprgmmgr/ About the Coolidge Foundation The Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation, formed in 1960, is the official foundation dedicated to preserving the legacy and advancing the values of America’s 30 th

president. The Foundation is headquartered at the President’s birthplace in Plymouth Notch, Vermont, and has a second office at Coolidge House in Washington, D.C. The Foundation operates a number of programs on a national scale that seek to share Coolidge’s legacy and values, including hard work, restrained government, thrift, bipartisanship, respect for free enterprise, federalism, the rule of law, and civility. The Foundation is

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a federally funded presidential library and depends on private fundraising for its operations. About the Coolidge Speech & Debate Program The Coolidge Foundation’s national high school speech and debate program advances President Coolidge’s commitment to informed citizenship, freedom of thought, and civil dialogue. Coolidge Debate provides students with strong instruction in economics and public policy, critical thinking, and persuasive reasoning. Our program emphasizes mastery of content and requires that students open their minds and consider all viewpoints. We insist on a traditional, logical, nonpartisan, and evidence-based approach to debate. Coolidge debate honors the tradition of staying within the bounds of the proposition. “Citizen judges,” rather than specialized debate insiders, judge our debate rounds. For every debate, the Coolidge Foundation prepares a detailed research brief for the students and brings in star speakers to teach. About the Role The Program Manager will report to the Director of Speech & Debate to help execute a national expansion of the Coolidge Speech and Debate Program. The Program Manager will assist with planning and operating numerous debate tournaments annually, including two major national championship tournaments. The Program Manager will also work on outreach efforts to generate new grassroots interest and substantially grow student participation. This is a full-time, in-office position based at the Foundation’s headquarters in Plymouth, Vermont, or at Coolidge House in Washington, D.C. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Benefits include 100% of employee healthcare and dental insurance premiums and an employer matching contribution (up to 5%) to an employee 401k account, with step vesting. Job Responsibilities Work with the Director of Speech and Debate and Foundation management to expand the Coolidge Speech & Debate program nationally. Help plan, attend, and execute 10-12 high-quality in-person high school debate tournaments annually in cities across America. These include two national championship-level tournaments – the Coolidge Cup in Plymouth Notch, Vermont, and the Coolidge Presidents’ Cup in Washington, D.C. – along with regional tournaments throughout the year. Tournaments take place on weekends and travel is required. Cultivate grassroots growth of the Coolidge Debate model among interested students, coaches, and parents across the country. Maintain strong relations with important program constituencies, including members of the 1890 Society, debate coaches, parents, students, and Foundation donors. Assist in managing all phases of the registration process for tournaments, from drafting and posting tournament information to corresponding with attendees. Contribute to the overall work and success of all the initiatives of the Coolidge Foundation. Qualifications 0+ years of experience is required; the ideal candidate will have experience in the administration of student contests. A passion for President Coolidge and the values he promoted. Strong organizational skills and first-rate attention to detail. Experience with high school debate is a significant plus, but not a requirement. A high level of professionalism, integrity, sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality. Superior verbal and written communication skills. Experience recruiting, training, and managing volunteers is valuable. Ability to travel 25% or more, especially on weekends. A proven ability to troubleshoot and solve problems independently. A team player with a collaborative style. Application Instructions Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in

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PDF document: A cover letter detailing your interest in the position and your salary requirements. Resume. Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/ . Questions can be directed to Katy Gambella, Director of Outreach at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: katy@talentmarket.org. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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