Project Coordinator LTE
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Racine, WI - USA
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Job Summary
- SUMMARY
Limited Term Opportunity -Grant Funded Through 06/30/2028
The Project Coordinator provides day-to-day operational administrative and coordination support for a single federally funded grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor. This position is dedicated exclusively to the implementation of the approved grant and serves as the primary coordinator for project activities schedules documentation communication and reporting.
Working under the direction of theProject Manager the Project Coordinator supports implementation of approved grant activities tracks progress toward deliverables maintains required documentation and facilitates collaboration among internal departments and external partners. This role relieves the Project Manager of routine administrative and coordination responsibilities allowing the Project Manager to focus on strategic oversight compliance and final approvals. All project decisions approvals and fiscal authority remain with theProject Manager.
This position reports to the Project Manager.- RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Coordination Department of Labor Grant (45%)
Under the direction of the Project Manager the Project Coordinator leads the day-to-day operational implementation of the approved grant project. Primary responsibilities include:
Operational Oversight:Coordinate day-to-day project activities to ensure strict alignment with the approved grant scope work plan and federal timelines.
Data & Compliance:Partner with internal and external stakeholders to capture track analyze and compile participant data and outcomes required for mandatory federal grant reporting. Coordinate with external consultants evaluators and Mathematica to support grant implementation data retrieval evaluation activities and reporting requirements. Serve as the primary liaison between external stakeholders and the Project Manager to ensure clear communication alignment of services and adherence to compliance standards. Ensure the accuracy integrity and timely submission of all required federal and institutional reports in accordance with grant guidelines.
Grant Documentation:Maintain comprehensive project records including effort reports progress updates and technical deliverables ensuring full compliance with Department of Labor requirements.
Performance Tracking:Monitor project milestones; develop status updates and supporting materials to facilitate executive review by the Project Manager.
Financial Monitoring:Track expenditures related to the Colleges grant allocation and prepare detailed expenditure summaries for Project Manager approval.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:Serve as a liaison to internal departments to support the implementation of grant-funded credentials certifications and technical systems.
Risk Management:Act as the primary point of contact for routine coordination proactively identifying and escalating risks or decision points to the Project Manager.
Project Manager Support (45%)
The Project Coordinator provides high-level administrative and logistical support to the Project Manager to ensure seamless communication and stakeholder engagement:
Stakeholder Engagement:Organize and facilitate meetings with fiscal leads partner colleges and external stakeholders; manage the preparation of agendas and formal documentation of outcomes.
Information Management:Manage the projects Microsoft Teams environment and shared workspaces ensuring all grant resources are organized accessible and current.
Curriculum & Marketing Liaison:Facilitate communication between curriculum designers faculty and the Marketing department to ensure outreach materials and educational deliverables align with grant objectives.
Logistics Coordination:Manage travel arrangements and professional development logistics for faculty and staff supported by grant funding.
Event Coordination:Lead the logistical planning for community engagement events involving industry partners and external stakeholders.
Participant Support Services:Administer the processes for the disbursement of emergency assistance funds and National Impact Study incentives to eligible grant participants.
Additional Responsibilities (10%)
Regularly review and optimize processes to eliminate redundancy and enhance overall efficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THE POSITION
Required:
Associate or Bachelors degree in Business Administration Project Management Education Public Administration or a related field.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing administrative coordination or project support in an educational workforce development or grant-funded environment.
Experience supporting projects with multiple stakeholders timelines and deliverables.
Demonstrated ability to organize and maintain detailed documentation in compliance with established requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel and Microsoft Teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with faculty staff administrators and external partners.
Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
DIVISION/LOCATION: School of Manufacturing Engineering and Information Technology/Racine
COMP GRADE: 26
FLSA DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
- Engage in district-wide travel to support students and foster collaboration with Gateway faculty and staff.
- Employment is contingent upon an acceptable background
- Flexibility is needed to accommodate day evening and weekend student & business needs
Not Applicable Activity is not applicable to this occupation Occasionally Occupation required this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day) Frequently Occupation required this activity from 33% - 66%% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day) Continuously Occupation required this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day) Physical Demands Frequency Lift/Carry Frequency Sitting Continuously 0 - 10 lbs Occasionally Standing Occasionally 11 - 20 lbs Occasionally Walking Not Applicable 21 - 50 lbs Not Applicable Reaching Overhead Not Applicable 51 - 100 lbs Not Applicable Reaching at or Below Shoulder Level Not Applicable Over 100 lbs Not Applicable Keyboarding Continuously Stooping Not Applicable Push / Pull Yes / No Crouching Not Applicable 12 lbs or less Occasionally Kneeling Not Applicable 13 - 25 lbs Not Applicable Crawling Not Applicable 26 - 40 lbs Not Applicable Climbing Ramps or Stairs Not Applicable 41 - 100 lbs Not Applicable Climbing Ladders Ropes or Scaffolding Not Applicable Over 100 lbs Not Applicable Driving Not Applicable Traveling - overnight stay(s) Not Applicable Hearing Requirement Yes / No Communicating Verbally Frequently One-on-one (in person) Yes Far Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20 or more Not Applicable Group or conference (in person) Yes Near Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20 or less Continuously Telephone Yes Other Sounds Yes Working Conditions Frequency Noise Intensity Level Frequency Humidity: non-weather related Not Applicable Quiet Occasionally Extreme Cold: non-weather related Not Applicable Moderate Frequently Extreme Hot: non-weather related Not Applicable Loud Occasionally Working Outdoors Not Applicable Very Loud Not Applicable Wetness: contact with water or other liquids Not Applicable Working Conditions Frequency Working Conditions Frequency Working in Close Proximity to Others Occasionally Working interruptions Frequently Open Work Space Continuously Stressful situations Occasionally Working in a confined space Continuously Exposure to offensive odors Not Applicable Exposure to a computer screen Continuously Required uniform supplied by department Not Applicable Gateway will not discriminate against any employee applicant for employment student or applicant for admission based on race color national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation creed religion political affiliation marital status parental status pregnancy disability age membership in any reserve component of the armed forces union affiliation arrest and conviction record or any other protected category under applicable local state or federal law.
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