Coordinator - Perkins Grant (part-time)

Howard Community College; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Job summary

Howard Community College is seeking a part-time Coordinator for the Perkins Grant. This role includes providing programmatic assistance, budget oversight, and supporting stakeholders to achieve grant objectives.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and have experience in grant management, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position will involve limited telework and requires flexibility and local travel for community events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of experience in grant development, outreach, and management is preferred.
• Strong grant writing and reporting skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with stakeholders to prepare Perkins Plan.
• Serve as primary contact with MSDE regarding grant guidelines.
• Monitor finances and ensure compliance with Perkins Plan.
• Prepare quarterly progress reports.

Skills

Grant writing

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Proficiency in Excel

Networking skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Title

Coordinator - Perkins Grant (part-time)

Job Summary

This position is responsible for programmatic assistance, budgetary oversight, and technical support to key stakeholders, working towards accomplishing the Perkins grant's funding objectives in compliance with MSDE requirements. The Carl D. Perkins Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 (Perkins IV) as amended by the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act of 2018 (Perkins V) provides federal funding to Howard Community College to support career and technical education programs that provide students with the academic and technical skills necessary to succeed in today's knowledge- and skills-based economy. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) disburses and administers federal Perkins V funds. The coordinator works with faculty and staff to research, write, develop, edit, and report grant applications and proposals.

Job Details

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• FT/PT: Part Time
• Hours Per Week: up to 25 hours per week
• Work Schedule: 3 days a week, flexible
• Position Salary Range: $35 per hour

Division / Department

Continuing Education Office

Responsibilities

• Coordinates work efforts with Deans, faculty, and program administrators to prepare the college's annual Perkins Plan, including determining objectives and outcomes, identifying program needs, planning expenditures, and establishing timelines for meeting outcomes.
• Serves as the primary contact between college and MSDE, advising faculty and staff on Perkins grant guidelines and regulations, allowable use of grant funds, and ensuring programs, activities, and purchases are in compliance with MSDE requirements.
• Works closely with the college's Finance Office to create a budget for personnel, purchasing and other program related expenses using Perkins funds, allocating appropriate level of funds to accounts.
• Monitors accounts and tracks expenditures to ensure funds are spent in compliance with the MSDE approved Perkins Plan. Prepares budget modifications and initiates budget transfers as needed to ensure grant objectives and timelines are being met.
• Coordinates meetings with Department Chairs, program administrators, industry partners and other key stakeholders to review progress of stated program goal and objectives against funding requirements.
• Prepares quarterly progress reports and assists with programmatic monitoring visits and other reporting requirements.
• Provides technical and operational support in coordinating and executing various grant funded activities including professional development workshops and student events.
• Prepares quarterly reports documenting program activities and fund expenditures, intended outcomes, and success in meeting outcomes, working in collaboration with the Dean, Department Chairs, and college administrators to ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements.
• Monitors and tracks budget expenditures across accounts and objective allocations; initiates budget modifications and prepares paperwork for the transfer of funds allowable under the grant's guidelines.
• Monitors the preparation of purchase requisitions to ensure grant funds are properly expended. Research vendors, requests quotes, and works with the Procurement Office to coordinate and expedite the procurement process.
• Manage inventory of equipment and other non-consumable items purchased through grant funds as required by grant guidelines.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's degree

Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree with two years of experience in grant development, outreach, and management.
• Proven ability to write, report, and manage grants.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Detail oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills; proven grant writing and reporting skills.
• Skills in networking, building relationships, outreach, negotiating partnerships, collaboration with individuals and organizations, creative thinking, needs assessment, market analysis, and reporting.

Physical Demand Summary

This position reports to on campus office with limited telework as determined by the supervisor and division policy. Some local travel to community events. Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility required.

EEO Statement

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Aff. Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.