Job Description
Quality Assurance Specialist - Integration Reports to: Launch Manager Status : Full-Time Exempt Location: Designated sites/ HQ Los Angeles/ HQ SGV Covina/ Inland Empire Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday; 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8 paid hours, lunch break included) Hourly: $28.00 - $34.00 hourly Are you passionate about giving back to your community and serving the youth? Who We Are: In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path. What We Do: Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer Lifecraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 1,000 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 20,000 youth ages 4-18 annually in and from 110+ Title I schools across LA County! Ideal Candidate: This role is ideal for you if you are passionate about expanded learning and committed to ensuring high-quality program implementation from launch through delivery. As an Integration Quality Assurance Specialist, you partner closely with the Integration Manager and Associate Director, alongside program leadership, to support seamless launches and consistent program quality across sites. You have a strong eye for detail and the ability to observe, assess, and translate findings into clear, actionable feedback. You thrive in fast-paced environments, proactively identifying gaps, solving problems, and supporting continuous improvement. A strong communicator and collaborator, you effectively bridge site-level execution with leadership priorities to ensure programs are aligned, compliant, and set up for success. Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers: Paid vacation Sick time Health Benefits 403(b) retirement Pet insurance Lifecraft Upward mobility Career development The opportunity to create a lasting positive impact on youth within your community. Role Overview: The Integration Quality Assurance Specialist supports the successful launch and early implementation of expanded learning programs by ensuring quality, consistency, and readiness across all new sites. Working in close partnership with the Integration Manager and Associate Director, this role focuses on monitoring program execution, identifying gaps, and providing actionable feedback to strengthen program delivery during the launch phase. This role serves as a key office-to-field-based partner, ensuring that programs are aligned with organizational standards, compliant with requirements, and set up for long-term success prior to transition to Program Management teams. Key Responsibilities: Observation and Reporting: Conduct site visits during launch to assess program quality, readiness, and adherence to organizational standards. Observes, documents, and provides clear, actionable feedback to support continuous improvement across sites. Collaborative Efforts: Partner with the Integration Manager to identify and address implementation gaps, ensuring smooth and high-quality program rollouts. Launch Prep and Development: Support the development and alignment of program component schedules (e.g., fitness/recreation, homework support, and club time), ensuring balanced and effective daily programming. Assist with budget planning by helping to develop spending plans, submit requests on time, and monitor budgets in alignment with program needs. Ensure program spaces are set up for success, including materials, supplies, and staff readiness to effectively facilitate activities and club sessions. Staff Training and Support: Reinforce training, onboarding, an