Project Director

Mott Community College Employment • Flint, MI

20d

About The Position

The Project Director is an integral member of the Workforce & Economic Development team and will be responsible for facilitating and overseeing programming related to student success, workforce training and employment. Reporting directly to the Director of Workforce Development, The Project Director is responsible for leading, planning, and executing strategic projects to ensure successful outcomes aligned with organizational goals. This role requires a highly organized and results-driven leader who can manage teams, oversee budgets, and coordinate with stakeholders to drive project success. The Project Director will provide strategic direction, mitigate risks, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. This position is ideal for a professional with strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Human Services, Social Work, Management, Social Sciences, Public Administration/Policy, Urban Planning, or other relevant areas.
• A minimum of three (3) years social service planning and work experience.
• Two (2) years of experience working with multiple community partners and administering program contracts, can be concurrent with the previous requirement.
• Demonstrated administrative and managerial skills, including ability to plan and coordinate activities among various agencies and institutions and monitor performance according to contracts.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and software programs, especially Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license with fully insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to project team members, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and professional development of project staff as needed.
• Foster a collaborative and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Ensure project staff adhere to organizational policies, procedures, and industry best practices.
• Lead, plan, and execute strategic projects to ensure successful outcomes aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage teams and oversee budgets.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to drive project success.
• Provide strategic direction and mitigate risks.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.

What This Job Offers

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