Project Director - Department of Labor Strengthening Community Colleges Grant

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Work type:
Full Time Faculty
Location:
Systems Office - Indianapolis, IN
Categories:
Administrative/Professional
General Description of Position:
Under the supervision of the Vice President for Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, & Applied Science, the Project Director will be responsible for successfully leading and implementing the College’s U.S. Department of Labor Strengthening Community Colleges grant (SCC), Crossroads of Automation.
This position will oversee the implementation of the scope of work of the grant to establish labs, Supply Chain Automation Maintenance credentials, and program at the Indianapolis, South Bend/Elkhart, Fort Wayne, and Muncie campuses. This position will be primarily responsible for coordinating project deliverables, reporting, financial management, and metric management as stipulated in the grant proposal. Responsibilities include subject matter expertise and working with campuses and leadership in supply chain automation maintenance ensuring all areas of the work plan This is a grant-funded, full-time position.
There is no guarantee for continued employment beyond the SCC round 2 grant period, which ends on September 30, 2026.
Major Responsibilities:
Direct the development and implementation of all grant activities, metrics and initiatives on a statewide level and provide assistance to the four Ivy Tech campuses.
Manage the grant budget, including spending, projections, leveraged resources, and allowable cost activities under 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance regulations.
Travel to Ivy Tech campuses, to meetings with external and internal partners as appropriate.
Develop an advisory council to ensure input from industry and sustainability.
Maintain positive relationships with organizations as related to the grant activities.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Manage reporting requirements as stated in the scope of work and all associated metrics, including data required from partner organizations and campuses throughout the state.
Complete programmatic reporting as required by the grant agreement. Provide clear, consistent communication on a frequent basis with Ivy Tech staff and faculty about the progress of the grant-funded initiatives.
Prepare and maintain materials for potential program audits and site visits.
Meet with Systems Office Grants Management to review grant spending and activities in adherence to Department of Labor regulations.
The above list is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in related field
Three years of related experience in higher education, apprenticeship programming, or
a related activity.
Knowledge and experience in grant management, including programmatic reporting and budget management.
Successful direction and implementation of strategic initiatives at a system level.
Experience in the assessment and resolution of workforce needs in advanced manufacturing is preferred.
Must be able to process and respond quickly, efficiently and thoroughly to a large variety of information requests in a positive and personal manner.
Must be able to effectively communicate and give directions and operate as a positive team member.
Must demonstrate ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.
Ability to work under stress and demonstrate considerable patience and diplomacy is required.
Must possess ability to handle difficult situations and reach positive solutions and work on own initiative.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and process confidential information with the utmost discretion and according to current FERPA guidelines.
Strong oral and written communication skills and analytical skills required.
Excellent project management and organizational skills required.
Experience with spreadsheet software is required.
Must have the ability and willingness to travel particularly in state.
Supervisory skills and experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree
Other Requirements:
Work Hours:
Hiring Range:
$68,000 annualized
Team Ivy Referral:
N/A
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Advertised:
02 Dec 2022
US Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:

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