Grants Program Manager, Workforce Development & RAP Expansion

Socket.dev; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Works seeks a Grants Project Manager to lead statewide grant administration and project coordination. The role oversees grant activities, ensures compliance with ETA and state policies, and supports expansion of apprenticeship and employer engagement initiatives.

The position requires strong project management, analytical abilities, and excellent communication with diverse partners. Collaboration with RACs, employers, and educational institutions is essential, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of workforce development systems and grant administration.
• Strong project management, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including reporting to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide leadership, project management, administration, and coordination for grant administration.
• Lead planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of grant-funded activities.
• Oversee RAiSE initiative and support statewide expansion through engagement, outreach, and technical assistance.
• Coordinate schedules, deliverables, reporting, and performance monitoring to ensure compliance.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management systems

Job description

Virginia Works seeks a Grants Project Manager to lead statewide grant administration and project coordination. The role oversees grant activities, ensures compliance with ETA and state policies, and supports expansion of apprenticeship and employer engagement initiatives.

The position requires strong project management, analytical abilities, and excellent communication with diverse partners. Collaboration with RACs, employers, and educational institutions is essential, with a focus on