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Technical Program Manager

LOCATION: Menlo Park, CA & San Francisco, CA

A leading venture capital firm is seeking a Technical Program Manager to serve as the right hand to the Chief Information Officer and help drive technology programs across the firm. This is a high-impact role for someone who can manage complex technical initiatives, partner closely with engineers and external vendors, and operate with strong judgment in a fast-paced, confidential environment.

This person will support a lean technology team and help move key programs forward across internal tooling, AI automation, fundraising operations, cybersecurity, web properties, and legal/compliance workflows. The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically fluent, and comfortable working directly with senior leadership.

What You’ll Do

  • Partner directly with the CIO to manage priorities, program commitments, executive briefings, and cross-functional follow-through.
  • Own multiple technical programs from planning through execution, including scope, milestones, dependencies, risks, and delivery timelines.
  • Work closely with engineering teams to scope, sequence, and ship internal tooling, AI automation, data integrations, and operational technology initiatives.
  • Manage external development, design, cybersecurity, and technology partners, including onboarding, evaluations, milestone tracking, and day-to-day communication.
  • Support fundraising and investor operations technology, including investor portals, permissioning, data rooms, LP onboarding workflows, and internal training.
  • Lead web and digital property programs, including vendor coordination, QA, content reconciliation, and launches.
  • Partner with legal and compliance stakeholders on workflow improvements, automation, requirements gathering, and program execution.
  • Maintain clear program documentation, decision logs, status updates, and reporting for senior leadership.

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience in technical program management, technical project management, technology operations, or a related role.
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent programs with competing priorities and stakeholders.
  • Strong ability to support a senior executive or technology leader as a trusted right hand.
  • Comfort working in a technical environment; coding is not required, but you should be able to partner effectively with engineers and understand software, AI tooling, and systems discussions.
  • Strong vendor and external partner management experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear updates for senior leadership.
  • High discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential or sensitive information.
  • Strong bias toward automation, efficiency, and improving how teams work.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in venture capital, private equity, asset management, financial services, or professional services.
  • Familiarity with fundraising operations, investor portals, LP relations workflows, CRM systems, or fund administration tools.
  • Exposure to cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, or enterprise technology initiatives.
  • Hands-on experience with AI tools or enterprise AI platforms.

About the Firm

Our client is an established venture capital firm with a forward-thinking approach to technology, operations, and internal tooling. The firm operates with a lean, high-performing team and views automation, AI adoption, cybersecurity, and strong internal systems as key advantages.

This is an opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, influence the firm’s technology roadmap, and help a highly respected investment organization scale its internal technology function.

Director of Operations & Production

LOCATION: Redwood City, CA

An established precision component solutions provider with a significant manufacturing operation in Redwood City is seeking a Director of Operations & Production. The company serves leading customers across the medical, aerospace, and electronics industries and operates within an ISO 9001/AS9100-certified quality management environment.

The organization is committed to delivering high-quality products, strong customer service, and operational excellence. They believe successful business outcomes begin with strong employees, clear processes, and a culture of accountability.

About the Role

The Director of Operations & Production will oversee day-to-day operations and help drive efficiency, productivity, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across the business. This person will manage and support multiple departments, including purchasing, shipping, customer service, production planning, inventory, and operational processes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing operations background, sharp business judgment, and experience managing cross-functional teams in a time-sensitive production environment. This role requires someone who can work closely with production leaders, customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure operational goals are met and company processes run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations across purchasing, shipping, customer service, production planning, inventory, and related operational functions.
  • Maintain consistent communication with customers, managers, staff, and vendors to ensure smooth company operations.
  • Lead, motivate, and support teams within a fast-paced and demanding manufacturing environment.
  • Partner closely with production department managers on scheduling, production execution, technical problem-solving, resource planning, and priorities.
  • Develop and oversee production control processes for raw materials and shop floor production.
  • Track and respond to changing customer requirements related to pricing, delivery, and production timelines.
  • Support quoting activities by providing operational input for new and existing products.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain quality management system protocols within operational processes.
  • Improve existing processes and procedures to increase internal capacity, productivity, and efficiency.
  • Ensure operational activities remain on time and within budget.
  • Track staffing needs and support hiring as needed.
  • Develop career development plans for direct reports and support team problem resolution.
  • Manage data collection and reporting for productivity targets, cost reduction, error reduction, and customer service improvement.
  • Work closely with facilities and safety teams to ensure compliance.
  • Oversee raw materials and inventory accuracy.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of proven success in an operations management or director-level role.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably related to precision components, metal parts production, aerospace, medical, electronics, or similar industries.
  • Strong ability to delegate responsibilities while maintaining operational control and accountability.
  • Experience managing production planning, customer service, purchasing, shipping, inventory, or related operational teams.
  • Knowledge of ERP systems used for production planning, work order processing, and material planning.
  • Strong understanding of process improvement, operational metrics, and productivity tracking.
  • Experience with human resources practices, employee relations, and employment law.
  • Strong conflict management and business negotiation skills.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in operations management, engineering, business administration, or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems for small to mid-sized manufacturing businesses.
  • Strong IT skills and ability to work with outside managed service providers to support business needs.
  • Experience with cost accounting and reporting in a manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role based in Redwood City, CA. The role is primarily office-based with regular interaction on the manufacturing shop floor, including collaboration with production staff and occasional machine or part inspection.

Front Office Coordinator (Part-time)

LOCATION: San Francisco, CA

A leading investment firm in San Francisco is seeking a polished, service-oriented professional to support front office operations and administrative functions on a part-time basis.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being the face of the office, creating a welcoming environment for visitors, and helping keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. The team has a collaborative culture where everyone pitches in, making flexibility and a positive attitude key to success.

Responsibilities:

  • Welcome guests and manage front desk coverage
  • Assist with conference room setup and office hospitality
  • Support kitchen, office organization, and general office operations
  • Coordinate supplies, vendors, and facilities-related needs
  • Provide administrative support to team members as needed
  • Help maintain a professional and welcoming office environment

Qualifications:

  • Previous receptionist, front office, office coordinator, or administrative experience
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Professional, proactive, and detail-oriented
  • Comfortable handling both administrative projects and hands-on office tasks
  • Available for a regular Monday morning schedule (approximately 9:00 AM–2:00 PM) with flexibility to pick up additional hours as needed

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term part-time position with a collaborative and professional team.

Associate Director – Nonprofit Organization

LOCATION: San Diego, CA

Job Title: Associate Director
Reports To: Deputy Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Associate Director is an experienced, mission-driven individual with a passion to achieve economic and social equity for all through education. Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Associate Director will be responsible in supporting the operations of the regional office, implementing programming, and helping achieve office objectives and goals. The position is an integral part of the organizations overall strategic endeavors and will work with the Deputy Director to enhance and expand organization’s mission and supports for families.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Supervisor.)

  • Support the Deputy Director (DD) in the implementation of programming and organizational policies
  • Serve as the direct liaison between school staff and the organization, communicating regularly and consistently
  • Meet with principals and other school personnel to determine date, time, space and other logistical details to ensure a successful organization program at school site
  • Coach, train, and supervise recruiters, coordinators, and facilitators throughout the year including monitoring parent outreach, enrollment trends, attendance records, class observations, and graduation
  • Assist Deputy Director in maintaining accurate records of data including surveys results, attendance, training participating, etc.
  • Assist the Deputy Director in hosting weekly facilitator meetings and trainings as needed
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program delivery to ensure optimal school and family experience
  • Collaborate with Deputy Director in monitoring program quality assurance and attainment of quarterly and annual regional goals
  • Support with community events, fairs, and presentations as needed throughout the region
  • Establish and maintain relationships with school, district, and community stakeholders throughout the region to strategically support organization’s Mission
  • Provides support to the Deputy Director with donor cultivation and stewardship
  • Prepare and maintain appropriate payroll documentation for recruiters, coordinators, and facilitators

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • The position will supervise recruiters, facilitators, and coordinators as necessary

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Continuing education in human development, psychology, sociology, or related area
  • Experience training and facilitating groups of diverse ages including adult learners
  • Experience working with diverse backgrounds; strong preference for experience working with low-income and historically marginalized communities
  • Experience in teaching, supervising, program delivery preferred
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff
  • High level of computer literacy: (e.g. Microsoft Office 365, Google Suite, database experience)
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: A current California Driver’s License and current automobile insurance coverage.

Executive Assistant – San Francisco

Position: Executive Assistant (with some Office Management responsibilities)
Location: San Francisco, CA (3-4 days onsite required)
Salary: $120k – 150k base plus equity

Overview 

This role is an Executive Assistant/Office Manager hybrid role supporting three founders, including CEO

Saas based company building AI Sales Assistant Platform powering pipeline for every B2B company

3-4 day per week onsite, Tuesday and Thursday required

Looking for a highly organized, collaborative team player

Must have tech start up experience and a bachelor’s degree