Strategic Project Director, Workforce & Economic Development

Mott Community College; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott Community College in Flint, Michigan is seeking a Project Director to lead programming related to student success, workforce training and employment. Reporting to the Director of Workforce Development, you will plan, coordinate and deliver strategic projects on time and within scope.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with experience managing teams, budgets and multiple community partners under grant funding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Three years of social service planning/work experience.
• Two years of experience coordinating with multiple community partners and administering contracts.
• Demonstrated administrative and managerial skills to plan and coordinate activities.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint; valid Michigan driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan and execute strategic projects aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and professional development of project staff.
• Mitigate risks and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope/budget.
• Coordinate with multiple agencies and institutions under contracts.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Mott Community College in Flint, Michigan is seeking a Project Director to lead programming related to student success, workforce training and employment. Reporting to the Director of Workforce Development, you will plan, coordinate and deliver strategic projects on time and within scope.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with experience managing teams, budgets and multiple community partners under grant funding.