Sr. Project Coordinator, ACI

MSU Jobs•Starkville, MS

12d

About The Position

Position Function: Lead and coordinate efforts related to the Mississippi Advanced Composites (MAC) Training Academy. Leads the development of scopes, budgets, and reports for ACI-related research proposals and projects, with a focus on training and outreach. Works with government and commercial partners, academic partners, and other research stakeholders to track training progress and budget milestones and follow project schedules. Ensures all activities and projects meet applicable deadlines, budgets, and high-quality standards. Salary Grade : 14 Please see Staff Compensation Structure for salary ranges.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Three years experience in workforce development or placement, Project coordination, operations, business management, or related field.
Knowledge, formal education, or defined experience in workforce development, placement, or student outreach.
Knowledge of project management techniques and tools.
Experience in managing projects and leading project teams.
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office Products, and other computer-based programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Organizational skills to include time management and multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, growth, and sustainment of the Mississippi Advanced Composites (MAC) Training Academy
Lead all workforce development, outreach, training, and student engagement including all external and internal coordination, curriculum development, scheduling, communication, human resources, and marketing for the MAC Training Academy and other ACI programs.
Supervise MAC Training Academy employees, students, and operations.
Coordinate project management activities for other ACI related projects.
Track proposal and project deadlines.
Ensure project organization and plan execution.
Provide guidance to researchers and stakeholders as directed by the Program Manager
Monitor and report progress of research tasks and deliverables.
Track project issues and risks.
Prepare and submit appropriate progress and summary reports as specified.
Works with the institute's technical experts to develop composite training/exposure curricula
Leads meetings/events, including trainings, customer tours, and student engagements.
Leads development and coordination of proposals, presentations, and other projects directly related to workforce development, training, and outreach.
Other duties as assigned