RISE Project Manager

Company: Northeastern Junior College
Location: Sterling
Posted on: April 4, 2021

Job Description:

• It consists of a 260-day work year with a salary range of $50,000-70,000, commensurate with education and experience.
• Full Time Competitive fringe benefit package available through the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education (SBCCOE). Northeastern (NJC) is seeking applications for the position of Response, Innovation, and Student Equity (RISE) Grant Coordinator. The responsibilities of the Grant Coordinator include overseeing all grant activities for Response, Innovation, and Student Equity grant in coordination with the Vice President of Academic Affairs. The ideal candidate for this position is a self-starter, self-motivated, and has strong project management skills. This includes the ability to develop timelines, execute plans, and ensure timely delivery of results as defined by the RISE grant; plan and execute meetings virtually or in person; and travel throughout the Northeastern delivery area articulating activities with all parties including: RISE grant Steering Committee, Trendlines, RISE, Northeastern Finance Office and workforce stakeholders and county leaders. The person selected for this position must be able to clearly communicate to all stakeholders through a variety of means and understand Colorado Community College System and Northeastern policies and procedures related to grant activities with thorough understanding of the various cultures in our region and the area in which this grant will serve. This is a grant-funded position that reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Linda Merkl, Vice President of Academic Affairs, at 970-521-6606 or e-mail linda.merk@njc.edu . Apply online at https://njc.applicantpro.com/jobs/ See Application section below; be sure to include all required application materials. Question about applying should be directed to the Northeastern Human Resource office at 970-521-6661 or e-mail to: HumanResources@njc.edu . For more information about Northeastern, see the college web site at: http://www.njc.edu
  • Positive attitude through dedication to Northeastern's mission and values; willingness to accept and promote change; open-minded fairness and consideration of multiple perspectives; willingness to take risks, work hard, accept responsibility for personal/professional growth, lead and follow well, accept criticism, handle conflict, and motivate others.
  • Commitment to cooperation, consensus building, collaboration, effective goal-setting and evaluation.
  • Participation in community organizations and activities. Qualifications:
    • Minimum of three year's work experience in project management;
    • Demonstrated professional communication and organizational skills.
    • Ability to develop and maintain engagement and buy-in with grant stakeholders and Northeastern faculty and staff.
    • Experience working on projects that require participation from many disparate groups including college members, funders, employers, area high schools, community members. Contract specifics: This position is evaluated annually by the Vice President for Academic Affairs using the Admin/ProTech Performance Planning and Evaluation Form. This is a benefit eligible, full-time, professional position that will remain open until filled. It consists of a 260-day work year with a salary range of $50,000-70,000, commensurate with education and experience. Salary and work days will be prorated based on starting date. Competitive fringe benefit package available. Application: Priority consideration given to applications received by March 12, 2021. Position will remain open until filled. Complete application packet to consist of:
      • Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications and committing to expectations
      • Completed Northeastern application from Applicant Pro
      • College transcripts from an accredited college or university (unofficial copies acceptable during application process)
      • Complete resume
      • Release Authorization (for background check) Application files not containing the above documentation will not be forwarded to the Selection Committee. College/Community Profile: Northeastern, one of 13 member-colleges of the Community Colleges of Colorado, lies in the rural northeastern Colorado town of Sterling. The community of approximately 13,000 residents enjoys easy access to Denver, the Rocky Mountains and the western-agricultural lifestyle. Northeastern enrolls approximately 900 full-time and 1,400 part-time students through a wide variety of majors in associate degree and certificate programs. As a residential campus with six residence halls accommodating 600 students, the college attracts students from throughout Colorado, many states and several foreign countries. Approximately 50 full-time and 45 part-time faculty comprise the teaching staff. Note: It is Northeastern's procedure to conduct pre-employment background checks on all employment finalists to determine or verify background information, including criminal history, references from previous employment, qualifications, and, when applicable, driving history. Employment offers are contingent upon receiving a satisfactory report. By submitting an application for this announced position applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of the applicant's knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with Northeastern; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law. Notice to all Applicants:
        • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.
        • Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
        • Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
        • Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
        • Northeastern is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit copera.org .
        • Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material. The Federal Clery Act (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the Northeasern website at www.njc.edu/-/media/Publications/CampusSafety12pdf.ashx . A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the Student Service Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Northeastern, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campus. The Northeastern does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability in the admission, access, treatment or employment in its programs or activities. Inquiries about Title VI, Title VII, Title IX and Section 504 should be made to Jeri Estrada, Walker Hall Rm. 102,100 College Avenue, Sterling, CO 80751. Non-Discrimination Statement: Northeastern prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment that violates federal or state law, Board Policy 3-120 or Board Policy 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion or sexual orientation. The College complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974; Executive Order 11246, and sections 24-34-301, C.R.S. et seq. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Jeri Estrada, Director of Human Resources at 100 College Ave., Walker Hall, Rm. 102, Sterling, CO 80751 or by phone at 970-521-6730, or e-mail jeri.estrada@njc.edu. Northeastern Mission : "Northeastern is committed to developing excellence in our students by instilling knowledge, advancing skills, and providing opportunities to transfer, and enter the workforce successfully." What is your preferred method of communication?

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