Director, Title III

Everett Community College•Everett Community College, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

In October 2022, Everett Community College (EvCC) received a comprehensive federal Title III Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) grant. These grants support colleges in making transformative changes to better serve low-income students. EvCC’s grant focuses on three primary goals: improving affordability and access to resources; increasing flexibility in how and when credit is earned; and developing practices and policies that support seamless transitions from pre-college to college-level work and from education to employment. The Title III Project Director is responsible for the development, coordination, and overall management of all components of EvCC’s Title III SIP grant. This position is contingent on grant funding.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as public administration, business administration, higher education administration, education, organizational leadership, nonprofit management, social sciences, or a related field.
Two (2) or more years of experience working in higher education.
Experience implementing and managing federal grants; expert understanding of federal regulations and agency guidelines for grants management.
Experience in budgeting and project management.
Knowledge of college systems across Instructional, Student Development Services, and Administrative divisions.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with computer technology and common office/data systems.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Title III implementation and/or the Guided Pathways framework.
Direct experience or education in a two-year college setting.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects or initiatives collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership, oversight, and fiscal stewardship of the Title III grant under the direction of EvCC’s Vice President of Instruction.
Collaborate closely with the Executive Director of Planning and Strategic Assessment, maintaining transparent and consistent communication to ensure successful grant implementation while adhering to all compliance requirements and guidance.
Lead the Title III Steering Committee and align its work with college-wide student success, retention, and equity initiatives.
Collaborate with the Title III Steering Committee, Transitional Studies, Career and Experiential Learning, the EvCC Foundation, and relevant Academic and Student Services departments to design, implement, assess, and refine core grant projects.
Communicate Title III goals, priorities, and progress to all college constituencies, and coordinate with project personnel to ensure successful outcomes.
Coordinate and monitor implementation activities to ensure timely and effective completion of all major grant initiatives.
Promote sustainability by institutionalizing effective practices, policies, and improvements developed through the grant.
Serve as the principal liaison to the U.S. Department of Education (ED) using the G5 grant management system, ensuring accurate and timely submission of all required reports.
Authorize expenditures, manage the Title III budget, and ensure responsible use of funds in compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Title III and ED regulations, grant terms, and compliance requirements.
Oversee post-award management activities, including compliance with hiring, procurement, equipment purchasing, and materials acquisition procedures.
Maintain detailed, accurate records and documentation to ensure full compliance with Title III and ED policies.
Oversee the preparation and submission of all required fiscal, annual, and performance reports to the Department of Education.
Partner with Institutional Research and the external evaluation consultant to implement project evaluation plans and support the collection, analysis, and dissemination of outcome data.
Ensure data-informed decision-making by tracking progress toward grant goals and objectives and adjusting strategies as needed.
Provide regular progress updates and formal reports to the President’s Extended Leadership Team, Title III Steering Committee, and other college stakeholders.
Perform additional Title III–related duties as assigned to support continuous improvement and grant success.
Represent the College in statewide and federal forums related to Title III initiatives and priorities.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and meet the needs of the campus.