Relationship Manager

About Providence Cristo Rey High School
Providence Cristo Rey High School is a Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory high school in Indianapolis, IN. We are one of 40 (and counting) Cristo Rey Network high schools. The Cristo Rey Network is the only network of high schools in the country that integrates four years of rigorous college preparatory academics with four years of professional work experience through the Corporate Work Study Program. PCRHS has 95+ corporate partners located in Indianapolis and Carmel. Cristo Rey Network schools empower students from underserved, low‑income communities to develop their minds and hearts to become lifelong contributors to society.

Company Fit
Providence Cristo Rey High School seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality Team Members who are committed to the mission and model and adhere to the school’s Catholic and Providence values. Consistent with the school’s Mission Statement, and CORE values of Love, Mercy and Justice.

Job Summary
The CWS Relationship Manager serves as a critical team member of the Corporate Work Study Program at Providence Cristo Rey High School.

The Program partners with the Indianapolis business community to provide students with meaningful, real‑world work experience that complements their academic and spiritual formation.

The Relationship Manager serves both the students and corporate partners while working with a small and mighty team to set professional expectations for Providence Cristo Rey students. We strive for excellence by consistently evaluating our work, learning from feedback, and using data to inform thoughtful, mission‑aligned decisions.

Responsibilities

Student Formation:

Encourage professional skill development across all grade levels. Set the bar and coach for high quality student performance via one‑on‑one coaching and leading a professional skills class throughout the school year.

Partner Coordination and Communication:

Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with Career Mentors/Supervisors across all corporate partners. Provide ongoing mentor training and coaching, regular proactive and responsive communication, and critical thinking to support student mentors/supervisors.

Curriculum Design:

Design and implement a grade‑level specific curriculum to develop and foster career readiness and professional skills in an ongoing professional skills class.

Course Content & Grading:

Develop robust and active course content and oversee grading for CWS coursework using Canvas, the school’s learning platform.

CORE Curriculum & Summer Training:

Administer the CORE curriculum and summer training program for incoming freshmen.

Baseline Support:

Provide a baseline of support that facilitates student/mentor rapport, skill building, and student work performance.

Skill Building with Data:

Proactively meet with students for ongoing skill building and support using data.

Recognition:

Recognize student achievement in the CWS Program whenever appropriate.

Feedback Loops:

Implement and refine feedback loops regarding student grades and performance with the larger CWS team.

Career Mentor Training:

Support the implementation of career mentor training opportunities.

Partner Interaction:

Interact with a portfolio of partners on a monthly basis and document communication, support strategies used with partners, and student performance.

Mentor Coaching:

Provide baseline coaching to career mentors using best practices to support student skill building and development.

Partner Visits:

Intentionally visit partners at least one time per semester for continued relationship development and growth.

Director Assistance:

Assist Director of CWS with strengthening existing relationships with CWS partners through a variety of ways including marketing, events, and luncheons.

Success Criteria

Value students from all backgrounds and believe all students are capable of success.

Critically reflect on processes and interactions.

Strive for continuous improvement for student and partner experience.

Proactively identify challenges and offer thoughtful and intentional solutions.

Bring a sense of humor and positivity to all aspects of work.

Look forward to encouraging students to become the best version of themselves.

Enjoy using data and information to improve training materials, people, and experiences.

Competencies Required

Communication:

Highly skilled in written and verbal communications including proofreading, editing, and interpersonal skills.

Decision Making:

Seeks out and considers relevant information; makes sound decisions based upon analysis, experience, and judgment working independently and within the team.

Initiative and Flexibility:

Demonstrates initiative, identifies problems and solutions; thrives on new challenges and adjusts to unexpected changes.

Relationship Building:

Demonstrates interpersonal skills, establishes/maintains productive, respectful working relationships.

Accountability:

Accepts responsibility for work: monitors progress and results while maintaining confidentiality.

Time Management:

Ability to remain organized and on schedule for all deadlines.

Drives Quality and Excellence:

Is self‑directed, resourceful, and creative in meeting job objectives while following through on commitments.

Mission Alignment:

A personal alignment with the mission of Providence Cristo Rey High School.

Trust:

Fosters a strong foundation of trust among team members to help create positive communication and community throughout the organization.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree.

Proficient with Canvas, Powerschool, and learning management platforms.

Spanish‑speaking, preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods, typically 6–8 hours per workday, with occasional standing or walking.

Walk: Access as required to office equipment and community locations.

Manual Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.

Visual Acuity: Sufficient vision to read printed materials and view a computer screen for long periods.

Hearing: Ability to hear and understand speech over the telephone, in virtual meetings, or in‑person discussions.

Repetitive Motion: Frequent repetitive motion of hands and wrists while typing or using input devices.

Mobility: Minimal—primarily required for moving within the office to attend meetings or retrieve files.

Lifting: Occasionally lift or carry office supplies or equipment weighing up to 10–15 pounds.

Posture: Ability to maintain proper posture and ergonomics during computer use to avoid strain or injury.

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