Project Manager Laredo

Description

Position Summary

The person in this position serves as the overall manager for WestCare Texas programs and services in Laredo, TX funded through grants and contracts provided by Federal, State, local governments and other non-profit organizations. This leadership role involves stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, project oversight, strategy implementation, grant management, compliance monitoring, report writing, and evaluation of outcomes to ensure the successful delivery of services aimed at impacting community public health and public safety concerns. Potential projects include community development and community organizing, substance abuse prevention, educational programming in schools and community groups, recovery support, mental health promotion, HIV/AIDS prevention, neighborhood safety, crime prevention/education, homeless outreach, and housing related projects. The Program Manager is responsible for coordinating the efforts of WestCare Laredo staff including project coordinators, interns, People with Lived Experience (PLE), AmeriCorps Members, and contractors necessary to deliver the services described. Job Functions include those below.

Essential Job Functions:
Leading, organizing, directing, supervising office operations and staff.
 Monitor employee performance, issue corrective actions, review overall employee
performance and coordinate with HR on any needed disciplinary actions.                                                                                                                              Organizing and conducting meetings with key community leaders and stakeholders.
Conducting planning, defining goals and objectives, establishing timelines, and
developing plans to achieve the goals.
Managing all aspects of grant programs and special projects as assigned, including
program implementation, data collection and entering data in required reporting systems,
Managing costs and resources, and ensuring the project has the necessary resources.
Monitoring and tracking progress, identifying risks, and taking steps to mitigate them.
Developing strategic messages, conducting public information and awareness activities
Reporting critical issues and providing updates to the coalition and senior leadership
Reporting on progress to funders, stakeholders, project managers, and communicating
with customers and other stakeholders.
Organizing and coordinating project team members, and providing support and advice to
them                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Negotiating with community partners and vendors
Ensuring compliance with all relevant rules and regulations and funding guidelines
Making decisions and resolving issues when they arise
Attend regular professional education classes/workshops to continuously upgrade job
skills and knowledge.
Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, and goals of
WestCare Foundation and the DFC-FACA-PJTT coalition.
Perform other duties as assigned
 

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and
responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required.
Certifications/Licensures:                                                                                                                                                                                                                       A valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance
is required.
During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not
limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or funders that
WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate
personnel will inform you.

Education:
College degree or equivalent experience
Experience and Competencies:
 Basic computer skills.
 Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct,
 Professional appearance and demeanor.

Working Conditions:
Work is primarily performed in an office setting.
Outdoor activities may be required occasionally.
Local travel required to attend meetings and events.
Occasional in-state and out of state travel required to attend required meetings or training.
Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job
The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or
without accommodation:

Physical Demands:
Occasional lifting of more than twenty-five pounds.
Sitting, standing, walking, and reaching are performed in the normal course of the
position.

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000