We are seeking a proactive Project Manager to assist with overseeing a contract aimed at serving the re-entry population. The role involves facilitating meetings with sub-grantees and community stakeholders, program monitoring, and budget management, as well as preparing comprehensive monthly and quarterly reports.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (May include but is not limited to the following):

• Oversee the implementation of the re-entry program contract, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Facilitate regular meetings with sub-grantees to assess progress, address challenges, and strategize solutions.
• Coordinate with community members and organizations to foster collaboration and maximize program impact.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to support program objectives.
• Prepare detailed monthly and quarterly reports on project activities, outcomes, and financial status.
• Monitor and evaluate program performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with contract and organizational goals and priorities.
• Stay updated on relevant policies, regulations, and best practices in re-entry programs and project management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proven experience in project management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Familiarity with issues related to the re-entry population and criminal justice system preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer relations, and written and verbal communication skills to work with, internal staff and other agencies.
• Ability to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure; be flexible; act independently and exercise sound judgment in all matters.
• Ability to interact effectively as a member of a team and work collaboratively with other departments.
• Must possess professional and confidentiality skills, in individual and group situations; and excellent oral and written communication skills, in person,

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as social work, public administration, or project management.
• Any combination equivalent to: a four year degree from an accredited college with major course work in field related to assignment
• or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training related to the essential duties.
• Experience working with persons of diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CET is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and it is our policy to be in compliance with all federal, state and local law relative to discrimination in employment. CET follows the practice of promoting Equal Employment Opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person