Grant Program Manager - Tech Pathways (MI)

Grand Rapids Community College; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental and vision reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

MI Tri-share childcare program

Job summary

Grand Rapids Community College is seeking a Program Manager for the Strengthening Community Colleges – Michigan Technology Career Pathways Grant. This role administers grant outcomes, liaises with multiple partners, and ensures compliance with required milestones and reporting.

The position collaborates with college departments and external partners to achieve grant goals, oversees staff, and supports day‑to‑day operations while aligning with the college’s workforce training mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in technology, business, education, and/or workforce development.
• Experience working with state and/or federal grants; knowledge of higher education structures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and oversight of the USDOL SSC4‑Michigan Technology Career Pathways Coalition activities.
• Perform budget control officer duties including grant budget monitoring and payroll review.
• Ensure compliance with USDOL grant rules and grant reporting requirements.
• Supervise grant project staff and coordinate with coalition partners and internal college teams.
• Monitor grant accounts, purchasing activity, and payroll for compliance with grants and college rules.
• Prepare internal and external reports and participate in audits and site visits.

Skills

Interpersonal

Project Management

Communication

Technical

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

DOL Reporting Systems

Job description

Grand Rapids Community College is seeking a Program Manager for the Strengthening Community Colleges – Michigan Technology Career Pathways Grant. This role administers grant outcomes, liaises with multiple partners, and ensures compliance with required milestones and reporting.

The position collaborates with college departments and external partners to achieve grant goals, oversees staff, and supports day‑to‑day operations while aligning with the college’s workforce training mission.