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Project Director – Predominately Black Institutions Grant (PBI)

Position Information-Job Vacancy

Position Title

Project Director – Predominately Black Institutions Grant (PBI)

Position Type

Staff

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)

Department

Student Success & Engagement

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

15

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

$71,897/Annually

Union/Non Union

Non Union

Job Description Summary

Responsible for monitoring the programmatic and fiscal activities of the Predominantly Black Institutions grant ( PBI ) and will be responsible for the overall administration of the PBI grant, including supervision of staff, budget management, project evaluation, and collaborative efforts for all activities to ensure participant success and attainment of program objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

  1. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public policy, or related field, Master’s Degree preferred.
  2. Supervisory skills; 3-5 years of successful directing of a PBI grant or a comparable large, federal grant.
  3. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  4. Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
  5. Good problem-solving skills and 3 to 5 years of campus wide programming in higher education.


Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed
  • Coordinate the effective implementation of PBI program activities, coordinating and monitoring these activities to facilitate maximum utilization of program resources.
  • Establish an effective monitoring system and maintain effective lines of communication with the Dean, project team, grant management team and Senior Administrators to ensure that the program operation is consistent with goals of overall institutional development.
  • Assist in the development of proposals, reports, plans of operation, working budgets, and other documents critical to the management of each PBI activity.
  • Maintain a file that documents all PBI activities including, but not limited to guidelines, proposals, plans of operation, budgets, account balances of individual program budgets, and up-to-date records of PBI inventory.
  • Work with the PBI Administrative Associate and project team members to submit and/or ensure submission of all necessary financial documents necessary to achieve program/activity objectives during the grant period.
  • Prepare and submit periodic status reports on all activities.
  • Coordinate and disseminate internal and external evaluations, both formative and summative, for the PBI project.
  • Supervise the PBI Administrative Associate and Coordinators/Advisors.
  • Work with members of the staff to accomplish the goals of the PBI grant and ensure that the work of the grant supports the overall strategic goals of PGCC .
  • Communicate with Department of Education and Program Specialist as appropriate.
  • Responsible for developing individual performance goals, setting expectations, and providing supervision of staff with the assistance of the program directors ( DMSI / WOW ).
  • Coordinate and collaborate professional development opportunities for all staff members.
  • Effectively administer the budget and maintain fiscal records. Promote an environment in the program which encourages the retention and success of students.
  • Coordinate with program directors to verify the appropriate selection of project participants, which includes ensuring maintenance of an effective system of admission, monitoring of academic progress and service records on participants in accordance with federal regulations, and maintaining a current accurate roster of DMSI / WOW participants.
  • Collaborate to provide individual services such as advising, guidance, counseling, and/or tutoring, consistent with the DMSI / WOW program requirements.
  • Coordinate program activities with institutional administrators, faculty, and staff on programmatic needs and procedures.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dean, Student Success and Engagement.
Job Requirements

  1. Must be available to work Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedule is subject to change based on department needs.
  2. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
  3. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.


Is Background Check Required?

Yes

Posting Number

PGCC30111/12 GFF4

Open Date

11/22/2021

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Background Check Statement

Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Prince George’s Community College values the safety of its students, faculty, and staff. As part of that commitment, the College has announced effective October 21, 2021, all students, faculty, and staff must be vaccinated against COVID -19 or tested for the virus weekly. As a prospective or new employee, you will be required to comply with this mandate and all the necessary safety protocols, including wearing a mask. Please direct your questions related to the vaccination, testing, mask mandates, and requirements for exemptions to VMPO@pgcc.edu .

Application Status ; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Which of the following best describes your level of completed education? (Education details must be included in your application.)
    • Master's Degree or above from an accredited college/university
    • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university
    • Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university
    • One to two years of college credit (30 credit hours is equivalent to one year)
    • Less than 30 credits from an accredited college/university
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • None of the above
  2. * Do you have 3-5 years of successful directing of a PBI grant or a comparable large, federal grant?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Briefly describe your experience referenced in the previous question. Do not enter 'See Resume'

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Do you have 3-5 years of campus wide programming in higher education?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • HERC
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Hispanic Outlook
    • Indeed
    • Personal Referral
    • PGCC Website
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
    • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
    • The Washington Post
    • Other: Please indicate below
    • Educause
  6. How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected 'Other' please indicate source:

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation 1
  2. Letter of Recommendation 2
  3. Other


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