What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager, Strengthening Community Colleges Grant position at Southeastern Community College?
The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation and management of the DOL Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grant (SCC-4), 4-year project funded thru the US Department of Labor. This position will be responsible for the work plan (Core Elements and Strategic Actions), grant activities, and achievement of milestones to ensure goals of the Transportation Career Pathways are met. Working in partnership with the workforce development system and numerous employers. This project proposes to advance equity in Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) education, credential attainment, and employment for 1) women, 2) returning citizens, and 3) Integrated Education and Training (IET) students.
This position will report to the CBIZ Executive Director.
The Project Manager will abide by the employment contract and relevant policies and guidelines of the Board of Trustees.
This position is a full-time position (261-day contract); with an annual starting salary of $60,000.00. Benefits include medical, dental & vision insurance, $50,000 life insurance, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid discretionary time, paid spring and holiday breaks, 15 days’ vacation and participation in IPERS or TIAA retirement plan.
This position is dependent on continuation of grant funding.
Essential Duties Summary
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Serve as the key contact and liaison with the Department of Labor
- Complete and submit quarterly grant reports to the U.S. Department of Labor
- Coordinate with an external evaluator to establish an evaluation plan and meet grant reporting requirements
- Provide overall fiscal management of the grant funds to ensure grant expenditures are allowable and in compliance within budget.
- Prepare budget reports as required.
- Monitor and ensure the completion and achievement of project objectives, as detailed in the Work Plan.
- Assist the Executive Director to coordinate with employers, labor, and community partners to build the Transportation Sector Board.
- Work with Labor to provide a voice to the frontline worker on how to strengthen the CDL offerings and program.
- Develop strategies to meet the employment and skill needs of workers and employers with the sector partners
- Collaborate with Community-based organizations that have successfully engaged the underserved population and community(ies) targeted, to support pathways for inclusion
- Implement and manage all grant strategies in collaboration with the partnering agencies.
- Provides support to the developmental evaluation and the national impact evaluation through the collection of data.
- This position will work with the Program Manager with data collection/reporting and work closely with external evaluator; participate in all national evaluation activities as required by DOL.
- Provides data to the Executive Director, Project Manager, and Transportation Sector Board (TSB) to drive continuous improvement of the program.
- Assists the Executive Director in analyzing and finalizing the data necessary to submit required programmatic and quarterly reports to DOL.
- Provides input into the data collection tools used for participant tracking.
- Input data for each enrollment cycle during the grant period of performance.
- Provide outreach and recruitment to local organizations and partners to facilitate recruitment and enrollment of underserved students.
- Develop communication material for the program.
- In collaboration with the Marketing Department develop and implement an effective media campaign to increase awareness of the need for CDL drivers.
- Participate in networking opportunities as a way to maintain currency with customers.
- Travel to meet with clients as needed.
- Other duties as assigned to promote the success of CBIZ
- Commitment to the comprehensive community college and CBIZ philosophy.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experiences in a relevant field such as project management, business administration, transportation, public administration, or other related field; a minimum of three years administrative experience preferred to include budget management; program development and evaluation.
- Experience or familiarity with community college systems and policies preferred, demonstrated commitment to advancing equitable outcomes for underserved populations.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to plan, organize and manage time
- Ability to read, interpret and apply a variety of technical materials, rules, and regulations.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with management and reporting of federal grants
- Experience with the workforce system and/or the Transportation sector
- Experience with project implementation
- Key skills desired include leadership, interpersonal communication and problem-solving.
Physical Demands
The Project Manager must have the ability and mobility to serve a rural service area; travel within the SCC district or statewide is required. Must be able to work on a basis of “available as work demands” in addition to a fixed schedule.
EEO Statement Summary
It is the policy of Southeastern Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, employment, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code §§ 216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 – 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).
Individuals having questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy should contact the Title IX / Equity Coordinator, Southeastern Community College, 1500 W. Agency Road, West Burlington, IA 52655, email equity@scciowa.edu, phone number 319/208-5101, fax 319/208-5005 or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov
Individuals having questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy should contact the Title IX / Equity Coordinator, Southeastern Community College, 1500 W. Agency Road, West Burlington, IA 52655, email equity@scciowa.edu, phone number 319/208-5101, fax 319/208-5005 or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AS371P
Open Date
03/04/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please answer the screening questions and make sure and upload your resume, cover letter and transcripts in order to be considered for the position. Thank you,
Salary : $60,000
