Position Function:
The project manager will support the Career Horizons Project in the planning, implementation, and tracking of a five-year federally funded project. This will include leading the team, administrative support, grant management, and guiding multiple individuals to complete a fast-paced project for individuals with disabilities impacted by long-COVID. The major objective of the position is to lead and support principal investigators and to ensure all planned grant activities occur seamlessly and within specific time frames.
Salary Grade: 15
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
The Mississippi Institute on Disabilities (MIoD) is housed within the College of Education and represents an interdisciplinary hub focused on innovative and convergent research, service, and training to support individuals with disabilities. Affiliated units of MIoD include the T.K. Martin Center for Technology and Disability; the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Clinic; affiliate programs in the College of Education and the Career Horizons Project; among others.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead team to meet all grant objectives by leading meetings, organizing tasks, engaging with stakeholders, coordinating with contractors.
• Maintain a calendar and action plans for all project goals including coordination for all principal investigators and consultants.
• Help manage logistics of project-related events, meetings, and trainings.
• Work closely with PI and business managers on duties as assigned related to project needs.
• Work independently to lead projects and staff from beginning to end of tasks.
• Understand disability-related knowledge.
• Support writing of grant reports and family engagement curriculum.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with state agencies, contractors, and related personnel to support the project.
• Develop and provide trainings or professional development to the project with assistance from principal investigators.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related or relevant field.
- Experience (yrs.): Three years experience working in program coordination, education, disability-related work, rehabilitation counseling, industry, or project grant management activities.
- Technology Proficiency: Must be proficient in technology including Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, Teams, Canvas, and related technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., rehabilitation counseling, social work, psychology, business, education, or related).
• Experience leading a team and/or strategic planning.
• Experience working with persons with disabilities.
• Experience in communications, marketing, collaboration in large groups.
• Experience in vocational rehabilitation.
• Experience in workforce development.
• Experience with state and federal policies related to disability employment services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong technology skills in use of multiple platforms and coordination of platforms together, including database systems like Excel.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Strong ability to work autonomously and independently to manage the project.
• Experience coaching and guiding others to accomplish tasks.
• Ability to anticipate barriers to project completion; plan and manage contingencies.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Efficient work ethic.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• Position will require occasional travel and limited overnight stays.
• Position will require occasional weekend travel (e.g., conferences or job site observations).
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in vocal English.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and move quickly in the event of an emergency.
• Able to navigate multiple work environments including factories, school districts, and potentially non-ADA accessible environments.
• Ability to engage in virtual, off-site work with internet access.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to drive a motorized vehicle.
• Must be able to use vision and hearing to engage in multiple environments with stakeholders.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts (please redact social security numbers), and the complete contact information for three professional references.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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