What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator - PROSPER Grant position at Passaic County Community College?
The PROSPER (Passaic-Ramapo Onramp to Student Persistence & Employment Readiness) grant is a federal Title V grant. It is an innovative partnership with Ramapo College of NJ that provides Hispanic and low-income students with the knowledge and skill to succeed in university coursework and ensure long-term success. Grant activities include student support (career & transfer advising), applied learning opportunities for students and faculty development.
We are seeking a Program Coordinator for the PROSPER grant who will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the activities and will report to the Director.
Example of Duties:
- Manage day-to-day implementation of project to ensure accomplishment of objectives.
- Provide direct supervision to the key project personnel, ensuring that project activities are being implemented in accordance with the approved application.
- Track activity budget to ensure the appropriate use of funds.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key partners and promote Title V activities.
- Assist faculty in all aspects of curricular alignment and faculty department.
- Assess faculty development needs and create faculty development plans.
- Engage employers in curricular alignment and COP activities.
- Coordinate faculty workshops and summer Institutes.
- Establish a shared repository of electronic and video resources.
- Research and disseminate information on applied learning strategies.
- Research and introduce E-Portfolios to faculty engaged in course pilots.
- Prepare reports for Project Director and Co-Project Director.
- Serve on the project management team and Advisory Council
- Participate in project evaluation and institutionalization of activities.
Qualifications:
- Experienced educator/administrator with outstanding leadership, supervisory, communication, and project management skills.
- Requires a Master's degree in Education or related field.
- Experience in undergraduate instruction required.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.
