Overview
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About New Moms
At New Moms, we’re on a mission to empower young moms and their families to thrive and build brighter futures. Through innovative housing, job training, and family support programs, we serve hundreds of families each year across Chicagoland.
Position Summary
Help us turn data into impact. At New Moms, we believe every young family has the potential to thrive. Through housing, job training, and family support, we partner with young moms to create strong foundations for their children. Our Program Data Manager plays a vital role in making this happen—ensuring that our program data systems are accurate, accessible, and meaningful so our team can learn, improve, and make an even bigger difference.
Location: Chicago’s Austin neighborhood (Hybrid Schedule Available)
Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
Starting Salary: $60,000 - $65,000
What a Day Might Look Like
Kick off your morning by checking if our Goal App (ClickUp) has pending Administrative Tasks
Run a report in our Bonterra case management software for the Development Team
Meet with new staff to see how they are grasping the use of our data systems after having completed some self-paced training, and provide focused support
Batch upload data from our case management software to an external government data system
Answer Slack messages on our data channel and troubleshoot any data issues with staff
Complete data quality review from program teams before running monthly outcome reports
Meet with your supervisor to discuss the implementation of some new reports
Wrap up by posting a Data Tip of the Week for staff
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and enhance the case management system’s functionality, architecture, and integrations
Conduct regular data audits, troubleshoot quality issues, and customize workflows and forms
Manage and update program dashboards, impact reports, and data for funders
Provide training, coaching, and easy-to-follow documentation for staff
Support monthly data review meetings with program teams
Recommend and implement improvements to data collection methods and tools
Ensure timely, accurate submission of all programmatic reports
Collaborate across departments to translate data needs into technical solutions
You’ll Thrive In This Role If You Are
A natural trainer who likes to help others learn about data
Don’t mind being interrupted to help troubleshoot data issues
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
Love all things Excel and think it's great fun to learn new formulas and tricks
A problem solver who can’t wait to figure out how we can integrate data systems
Experienced (3–5 years) in customizing and administering case management systems
Passionate about data and how it can improve programming and tell the story of the families we serve
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
3+ years of experience managing data systems in a professional setting
Proven ability to customize and administer case management systems
Strong skills in Excel (data formatting, analysis, and visualization)
Experience in translating organizational data needs into practical technical solutions
Excellent communication skills, especially for explaining technical concepts in plain language
Familiarity with database management, report writing, and batch uploads between platforms
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
Commitment to New Moms’ mission and values
Other Requirements
Access to reliable transportation or ability to navigate public transit between sites
Work Environment
Work environment may vary. Must be able to sit/stand for up to 8 hours, walk stairs, and lift up to 30–40 lbs (or perform with reasonable accommodation).
Benefits & Perks
Medical insurance with generous employer contribution
Dental and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance – 100% employer-paid
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and resources
Generous paid time off, as well as 15 paid holidays and half days on Fridays during the summer
403b retirement plan with employer match
Pre-tax transportation benefits
Professional development stipends and support
Discounts on Bright Endeavors products
Free spiritual direction services
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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