Program Manager � Strengthening Community Colleges � MI Technology Career Pathways Grant

Grand Rapids Community College • Grand Rapids, MI

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for successfully administering and ensuring compliance with the required outcomes of the Department of Labor’s Strengthening Community Colleges (SCC) – Round 4 Grant. This position serves as a liaison with west Michigan community colleges, employers, community partners, and internal college departments and teams. This is a grant funded position through 04/30/2028.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in technology, business, education, and/or workforce development.
• Experience working with state and/or federal grants.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lift 10 lbs or more.
• Stand for 30-45 minutes at a time.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and to effectively work as a member of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of higher education organizational structures, policies and procedures preferred.
• experience with PeopleSoft and/or Department of Labor Reporting Data systems desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and oversight of the U.S. Department of Labor’s SSC4-Michigan Technology Career Pathways Coalition activities.
• Perform budget control officer (BCO) duties for the grant, budget monitoring, expense tracking, purchasing, payroll review and budget modifications.
• Ensure compliance with USDOL grant rules.
• Provide administrative oversight and direct supervision of grant project staff.
• Monitor grant account tracking, purchasing activity, budget modifications, and payroll to ensure compliance with grants and College rules.
• Work collaboratively with coalition partners, employers, community organizations and internal college faculty and staff to identify roles and assure clear communication, cooperation and accomplishment of grant goals (outcomes).
• Establish internal systems to facilitate the day-to-day work and create accountability.
• Prepare reports internally, for the partnership, and for the Department of Labor: Monthly to track day-to-day operations, Quarterly to track progress on goals/objectives with attention to successes, barriers and corrective action, Yearly to summarize goals, objectives and activities.
• Train and equip new and ongoing staff on policy and procedures and provide for staff evaluations.
• Serve as liaison with College faculty and staff to ensure connection to department and College Action Projects that relate to the grant outcomes.
• In collaboration with staff, provide periodic reviews of internal systems to assure accurate and timely work.
• Prepare for and participate in multiple yearly GRCC, state and federal audits and monitor visits.
• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Full Time
• Health Coverage: Six health insurance plan options, including one with no health insurance premiums
• Time off: Enjoy substantial vacation time
• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership
• Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities
• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our retirement options , including the state retirement plan or a 401(a) with a 12% employer contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager